Nicanor Abelardo Quiz: Life and Music of the Filipino Composer

In which year was Nicanor Abelardo born?

Where did Nicanor Abelardo study music?

What style of music is Nicanor Abelardo known for?

What is the name of the building housing the College of Music in UP Diliman?

Who is the composer of the University of the Philippines' official anthem?

In which year did Antonio J. Molina die?

Filipino Composers

Nicanor Abelardo was born on February 7, 1893, in San Miguel de Mayumo, Bulacan, Philippines.
He was one of the "Tiniveli Composers" and studied at the Chicago Music College.
Abelardo's compositional style combined European romanticism with Filipino characteristics, featuring lazy tones, dissonance, and instrumental combinations.
His notable works include "Cavatina Overture", "Panicunaw", and a violin sonata.
Abelardo is also considered a composer in the Romantic style, and his famous compositions include "Mayong Panay" and "Gavans for Violoncello".
He composed the melody for the University of the Philippines' official anthem, "UP Naming Mahal".
The Cultural Center of the Philippines has a building named after him, "Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo".
The College of Music in UP Diliman also has a building named "Abelardo Hall" in his honor.
Abelardo passed away on March 21, 1934.

Antonio J. Molina

Antonio J. Molina was born on December 26, 1894, in Quiapo, Manila, Philippines.
He was a National Artist for Music.
No other information is provided about Antonio J. Molina.

This quiz is about the life and works of Nicanor Abelardo, a Filipino composer who studied at the Chicago Music College. Learn about his compositional style, which combines European romanticism with Filipino characteristics, and his notable works. Test your knowledge of this important figure in Philippine music.