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What characterizes contemporary music in the Philippines?
What characterizes contemporary music in the Philippines?
Which of the following is NOT considered a major stylistic movement influencing 20th-century Filipino compositions?
Which of the following is NOT considered a major stylistic movement influencing 20th-century Filipino compositions?
Who is recognized as the 'Father of Kundiman'?
Who is recognized as the 'Father of Kundiman'?
Which composition was sung before the Royal Court of Spain at the request of King Alfonso II?
Which composition was sung before the Royal Court of Spain at the request of King Alfonso II?
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Which Filipino composer is known for integrating traditional elements with Western techniques?
Which Filipino composer is known for integrating traditional elements with Western techniques?
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What year did Francisco Santiago obtain his Doctorate in music?
What year did Francisco Santiago obtain his Doctorate in music?
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Which composition did NOT belong to Dr. Ramon Santos?
Which composition did NOT belong to Dr. Ramon Santos?
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What is a defining feature of the modern Filipino repertoire?
What is a defining feature of the modern Filipino repertoire?
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Who was the first Filipino Director of the UP Conservatory of Music?
Who was the first Filipino Director of the UP Conservatory of Music?
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Which of the following compositions is best known for being a lullaby by Lucio San Pedro?
Which of the following compositions is best known for being a lullaby by Lucio San Pedro?
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What style influenced Antonio Molina’s compositions?
What style influenced Antonio Molina’s compositions?
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Which of the following composers is known for creating the piece 'Malikmata'?
Which of the following composers is known for creating the piece 'Malikmata'?
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Which of these composers was declared National Artist for Music in 1991?
Which of these composers was declared National Artist for Music in 1991?
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What musical form is Antonio Molina known for aside from classical compositions?
What musical form is Antonio Molina known for aside from classical compositions?
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Who is recognized for their use of Philippine folk elements in their compositions?
Who is recognized for their use of Philippine folk elements in their compositions?
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Which of the following works is associated with Nicanor Abelardo?
Which of the following works is associated with Nicanor Abelardo?
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What significant role did Ryan Cayabyab have at the San Miguel Foundation for the Performing Arts?
What significant role did Ryan Cayabyab have at the San Miguel Foundation for the Performing Arts?
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Which composer wrote the award-winning piece 'Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika'?
Which composer wrote the award-winning piece 'Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika'?
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Which composer passed away on January 29, 1980?
Which composer passed away on January 29, 1980?
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Which of the following pieces did Lucio San Pedro NOT compose?
Which of the following pieces did Lucio San Pedro NOT compose?
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What year was Lucio San Pedro born?
What year was Lucio San Pedro born?
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Which musical styles influenced Ryan Cayabyab's works?
Which musical styles influenced Ryan Cayabyab's works?
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Study Notes
Philippine Contemporary Music
- Contemporary music in the Philippines incorporates 20th-century Western art music and modern entertainment trends.
- Modern Filipino works use 20th-century idioms, including Impressionism, Expressionism, Neo-classicism, Avant-garde, and new music.
- Examples of new genres include K'lintang and Abot Tanaw (piano), Du'a (orchestra), Ding Ding Nga Diyawa (chorus and Philippine instruments), Hoy! Bata (soprano and orchestra), Hoy! (percussion and wind instruments), Alitaptap (chorus and percussion), Patangis Buwaya (wind instruments), Tatlong Tagulaylay (voice and chamber ensemble), and Aguyoy (incidental music for varied instruments).
Historical Context
- Western compositional techniques were introduced during Spanish and American colonization, influencing Filipino composers.
- 20th-century Filipino composers blended traditional elements with Western techniques, laying the groundwork for Philippine music.
- Notable composers include Francisco Santiago, Nicanor Abelardo, Antonio Molina, Lucio San Pedro, Rosendo Santos Jr., Alfredo Buenaventura, and Ryan Cayabyab.
Key Composers and their Works
Francisco Santiago
- Considered the "Father of Kundiman."
- Studied at the American Conservatory of Music.
- Composed notable works like Pakiusap, Madaling Araw, Sakali Man, Pilipinas Kong Mahal, Hibik ng Pilipinas, Ano Kaya ang Kapalaran, and Kundiman (Anak Dalita).
- Served as a musical director for films including Kundiman, Leron Leron Sinta, Madaling Araw, Manileña, and Pakiusap.
- Became the first Filipino Director of the UP Conservatory of Music.
Nicanor Abelardo
- Studied at Chicago Music College.
- Influenced by Serialist/Second Viennese School and Post-Romantic composers.
- Elevated Kundiman to an Art Song status, comparable to German Lied, French Chanson, and Italian Aria.
- Notable compositions: Mutya ng Pasig, Nasaan Ka Irog, Bituing Marikit, Ikaw Rin, Kundiman ng Luha, Pahimakas, Kung Hindi Man, Pahiwatig, Cavatina, First Nocturne, and Magbalik Ka Hirang.
Antonio Molina
- First National Artist for Music.
- Began as an orchestral soloist at the Manila Grand Opera House.
- Dean of the Centro Escolar University Conservatory of Music (1948-1970).
- Faculty member at the University of the Philippines Conservatory of Music.
- Influenced by Romantic and Impressionist schools, particularly Debussy's harmonies.
- Known for his piano work "Malikmata" (Transfiguration), his serenade "Hatinggabi", and other compositions for piano, violin, voice, and zarzuela.
- Received National Artist award in 1973.
Lucio San Pedro
- Born February 11, 1913, in Angono, Rizal.
- Composed from a young age, inspired by the banjo.
- Studied at the University of the Philippines and the Juilliard School.
- Professor of theory and composition at the University of the Philippines' College of Music.
- Known as a "romantic nationalist," incorporating Philippine folk elements with Western forms.
- Famous for "Sa Ugoy ng Duyan", a lullaby.
- Served as a judge at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition.
- Declared National Artist for Music in 1991.
Cipriano "Ryan" Cayabyab
- Popular contemporary composer with classical compositions.
- Diverse influences including Moroccan music, jazz, African-American spirituals, European Neo-classicism, film music, American Broadway musicals, and Philippine indigenous chants.
- Known works include "Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika", "Paraiso", "Alikabok" (modern zarzuela), "Lorenzo" (musical), and "Spoliarium" (opera).
- Produced albums like "One", "One Christmas", and "One More".
- Bachelor of Music degree from the University of the Philippines.
- Faculty member at the University of the Philippines.
- Executive and Artistic Director of the San Miguel Foundation for the Performing Arts.
- National Artist for Music in 2018.
General
- European and American musical styles permeated Philippine compositions.
- Composers like Cayabyab blend popular and classical styles, while San Pedro utilized romantic nationalism with folk elements.
- Abelardo elevated Kundiman's status, and Santiago is considered the Kundiman's father.
- Molina exemplified the development of Philippine impressionism.
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Test your knowledge of contemporary music in the Philippines, exploring its 20th-century Western influences and modern genres. This quiz covers new compositions, historical context, and significant Filipino composers who shaped the music scene. Discover the richness of Filipino musical identity and its evolution over time.
