Nicanor Abelardo: Life and Music

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In which year was Nicanor Abelardo born?

  • 1803 (correct)
  • 1893
  • 1993
  • 1934

Where did Nicanor Abelardo study music?

  • Cultural Center of the Philippines
  • College of Music in UP Diliman
  • University of the Philippines
  • Chicago Music College (correct)

What style of music is Nicanor Abelardo known for?

  • Classical style
  • 20th-century modern style
  • Romantic style (correct)
  • Baroque style

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

<p>Abelardo Hall (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Nicanor Abelardo (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which year did Antonio J. Molina die?

<p>1980 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

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.

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