Philippine Festival Music Analysis

What is the meaning of 'Ati-atihan' in the context of the festival described?

Native people of Kalibo, Aklan

Which festival is hailed as the 'Mother of Philippine Festivals' according to the National Commission for Culture and the Arts?

Ati-atihan Festival

What does the phrase 'Hala Bira!' signify during the Ati-atihan Festival?

Encouragement for participants to dance continuously

What role does music play in the Sinulog Festival?

Adding appeal to the festival Signup and view all the answers

Which month is the Ati-atihan Festival held annually?

January Signup and view all the answers

What is the main highlight of the Sinulog Festival parade?

Dancing imitating pre-Christian natives Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the Sinulog Festival?

Religious devotion to Santo Niño Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the term 'subli' used in the Sublian Festival?

It refers to a form of broken dance movements Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Sinulog Festival held in Cebu?

To honor the Santo Nino and celebrate the rejection of former religious views Signup and view all the answers

What is the Sublian Festival known for?

Honoring town patrons and saints Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the traditional performance of subli in Batangas?

Performed with male dancers bending forward throughout Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the word 'Morion' in the Moriones Festival?

It represents a Spanish soldier's helmet. Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of Saint Longinus in the Moriones Festival?

He was a Roman soldier who pierced Jesus Christ's side. Signup and view all the answers

Why do participants in the Moriones Festival wear their costumes for an entire week?

As a form of sacrifice and penance. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Nilupak' mentioned in the text?

A delicacy made from cassava, sweet potato, or banana. Signup and view all the answers

What punishment did Saint Longinus receive for proclaiming his miracle according to the text?

He was beheaded under Pontius Pilate's order. Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbolic meaning behind the Morions scaring children and courting ladies during the festival?

To entertain and engage with festival attendees. Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the word 'Kadayawan'?

From the word 'Madayaw' meaning thanksgiving for nature's gift Signup and view all the answers

Who are the three heroes commemorated in the Ibalong Festival?

Baltog, Handyong, Bantong Signup and view all the answers

What are the famous icons of Davao that 'Duwaling' was meant to promote?

Mt. Apo, Durian, Waling-waling Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Kadayawan Festival in Davao?

To celebrate peace and unity among tribes Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Ibalong' Festival aim to express?

Friendliness, enthusiasm, and goodwill Signup and view all the answers

What type of costumes do people wear during the Ibalong Festival parade?

Costumes resembling heroes and villains from an epic Signup and view all the answers