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What is the primary contribution of the individual from Calinog, Iloilo?
What is the primary contribution of the individual from Calinog, Iloilo?
- Mastered various musical instruments
- Specialized in mat weaving
- Created religious and secular art
- Preserved ethnic community oral traditions (correct)
Which musical instruments is the Yakan musician from Lamitan, Basilan known for mastering?
Which musical instruments is the Yakan musician from Lamitan, Basilan known for mastering?
- Gabbang and agung (correct)
- Flute and violin
- Guitar and drums
- Piano and harmonica
What type of craftsman is recognized from Apalit, Pampanga?
What type of craftsman is recognized from Apalit, Pampanga?
- Silver and bronze artisan (correct)
- Master mat weaver
- Ethnic song performer
- Folk tale storyteller
What is the primary craft of the individual recognized in Tandubas, Tawi-Tawi?
What is the primary craft of the individual recognized in Tandubas, Tawi-Tawi?
What is the notable product associated with the farmer from San Quintin, Abra?
What is the notable product associated with the farmer from San Quintin, Abra?
What is the primary purpose of teaching traditional crafts and skills in a community?
What is the primary purpose of teaching traditional crafts and skills in a community?
What is the definition of Ambahan poetry?
What is the definition of Ambahan poetry?
Which characteristic best describes the Kudyapi instrument?
Which characteristic best describes the Kudyapi instrument?
What is T’nalak primarily made from?
What is T’nalak primarily made from?
What distinguishes a master traditional weaver from the T’boli tribe?
What distinguishes a master traditional weaver from the T’boli tribe?
Why is Alonzo Saclag significant in Kalinga culture?
Why is Alonzo Saclag significant in Kalinga culture?
What does the Bagobo abaca ikat weaving, known as inabel, focus primarily on?
What does the Bagobo abaca ikat weaving, known as inabel, focus primarily on?
Which of the following options best encapsulates the role of a true artist, according to the quote by Salvador Dali?
Which of the following options best encapsulates the role of a true artist, according to the quote by Salvador Dali?
What is the main purpose of the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan award?
What is the main purpose of the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan award?
Which organization is responsible for implementing the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan award?
Which organization is responsible for implementing the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan award?
What criteria must an individual meet to be considered for the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan award?
What criteria must an individual meet to be considered for the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan award?
When was the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan first awarded?
When was the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan first awarded?
Which of the following was NOT one of the first recipients of the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan?
Which of the following was NOT one of the first recipients of the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan?
Which of the following does NOT fall under the areas of folk art recognized by the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan?
Which of the following does NOT fall under the areas of folk art recognized by the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan?
What characteristic is essential for an artist to be considered a master in their folk tradition?
What characteristic is essential for an artist to be considered a master in their folk tradition?
What is one of the goals of the NCCA in relation to traditional artists?
What is one of the goals of the NCCA in relation to traditional artists?
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Study Notes
Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan (GAMABA)
- An award recognizing exceptional folk and indigenous artists in the Philippines.
- Institutionalized through Republic Act No. 7355 in April 1992.
- Administered by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA).
Objectives of GAMABA
- Identify traditional Filipino artists committed to preservation, practice, and promotion of folk arts.
- Promote appreciation and pride in indigenous and traditional art forms.
- Encourage skill transfer and foster genuine appreciation of these art practices.
Eligibility Criteria for Awardees
- Must belong to an indigenous community preserving customs and traditions.
- Engaged in a folk tradition that has existed for at least 50 years.
- Demonstrated mastery of artistic tools and materials.
- Reputation as an art master within the community.
- Commitment to teaching and passing on traditional skills to others.
Award Benefits
- Financial assistance including PHP 100,000 award.
- Lifetime monthly stipend of PHP 14,000.
- Maximum cumulative medical benefits of PHP 750,000, including funeral assistance.
Notable GAMABA Awardees and Their Contributions
- 1993: Recognition began with artists like Samaon Sulaiman, Ginaw Bilog, and Masino Intaray who excelled in music and poetry.
- Hanunoo Mangyan poet specializing in Ambahan poetry.
- Master of Kudyapi, a traditional two-string instrument from Maguindanao.
- Pre-eminent Palawan epic chanter skilled in local instrumentation.
Traditional Arts and Crafts
- Innovations in weaving, such as T’nalak from the abaca plant, and Bagobo textile patterns.
- Mastery in Kalinga performing arts, maintaining traditional music and dance.
- Documentation of oral traditions crucial for preserving ethnic history and epics.
Key Artists and Their Heritages
- Traditional weaver from T’nalak, well-known for her craftsmanship.
- Last Bagobo weaver, noted for expressive Bagobo ikat weaving techniques.
- Alonzo Saclag established the Kalinga Budong Dance Troupe to preserve local performing arts.
- Documentation of ethnic community epics by artists such as those from Calinog, Iloilo.
Future Aspirations
- Encouragement to artists to inspire others within their communities to engage in creative arts.
- Affirmation that a true artist ignites inspiration in others to pursue art.
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