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Which festival is celebrated in Davao every 3rd week of August?
Which festival is celebrated in Davao every 3rd week of August?
What is the meaning of 'Kadayawan'?
What is the meaning of 'Kadayawan'?
What are the two main elements of Kadayawan Festival mentioned in the text?
What are the two main elements of Kadayawan Festival mentioned in the text?
Which festival originated from tribal festivals of the 'Lumad' and Muslim tribes in Davao?
Which festival originated from tribal festivals of the 'Lumad' and Muslim tribes in Davao?
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What is the main objective of the Ibalong Festival?
What is the main objective of the Ibalong Festival?
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Why was Kadayawan Festival previously called 'Duwaling'?
Why was Kadayawan Festival previously called 'Duwaling'?
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Which festival involves people parading in the streets wearing masks and costumes resembling epic heroes?
Which festival involves people parading in the streets wearing masks and costumes resembling epic heroes?
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What does 'Madayaw' mean?
What does 'Madayaw' mean?
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Which region celebrates Ibalong Festival?
Which region celebrates Ibalong Festival?
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What is the significance of 'Lumad' in the context of Filipino festivals?
What is the significance of 'Lumad' in the context of Filipino festivals?
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Study Notes
Philippine Festivals
- Ati-atihan Festival of Kalibo, Aklan is hailed as the "Mother of Philippine Festivals" by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA).
- Ati-atihan Festival started in the 16th century, where participants portray the natives of Kalibo, Aklan called "Ati or Aetas".
- The festival is held annually every third week of January, featuring a tribal dance parade with drum music.
- The festival honors Santo Nino as their patron, and people cheer and shout "Hala Bira!" and "Viva Santo Nino!" to encourage enthusiasm and continuous dancing.
Sinulog Festival
- The Sinulog Festival is an annual religious festival characterized by appealing music, colorful costumes and props, and street dances in honor of the Philippines' most famous historic relic – the Santo Niño de Cebu.
- The festival features street dancing, harana, indigenous people games, and Lupakan.
- "Nilupak" is a delicacy shared during the festival, made from cassava, sweet potato, or banana.
Moriones Festival
- The Moriones Festival is a colorful folk-religious festival during holy week in Marinduque, reenacting the story of Saint Longinus.
- The festival is a celebration of the "Festival de Moros y Cristianos" in Valencia, Spain.
- Participants wear Morion's costumes, which are heavy wooden masks, and play the role of Roman soldiers for an entire week.
Kadayawan Festival
- The Kadayawan Festival is held in Davao every 3rd week of August to celebrate thanksgiving for good harvest.
- The festival features parade floats of fresh fruits and flowers, and street dancing with colorful tribal costumes and accessories.
- The term "Kadayawan" comes from the word "Madayaw", meaning thanksgiving for nature's gift, warm and friendliness greeting, and to describe things that are good, valuable, superior, and beautiful.
Ibalong Festival
- The Ibalong Festival is held in the Bicol Region, aiming to express friendliness, enthusiasm, and goodwill to all people.
- The festival commemorates the three heroes of the Bicol epic in the town of Ibalong, namely Baltog, Handyong, and Bantong.
- People parade in the streets wearing masks and costumes like the heroes and villains of the epic.
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Explore the musical characteristics and cultural backgrounds of selected Philippine festivals through video or live performances. Identify the message of the songs and analyze how the music contributes to the overall performance. Share your personal response to these musical renditions.
