Philippine Traditional Composers Quiz
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Who is considered the 'Father of Kundiman'?

  • Lucio San Pedro
  • Antonio Molina
  • Fransisco Santiago (correct)
  • Nicanor Abelardo

Which of the following composers is recognized for incorporating indigenous Filipino instruments into orchestral settings?

  • Alfredo Buenaventura
  • Cipriano Cayabyab
  • Lucrecia R. Kasilag (correct)
  • Ramon P. Santos

Which composer is associated with the piece 'Sa ugoy ng duyan'?

  • Fransisco Santiago
  • Lucio San Pedro (correct)
  • Antonio Molina
  • Rosendo E. Santos, Jr.

What is the primary focus of Jose Maceda's work?

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Which composer was awarded the title 'Philippine Artist of the Century'?

<p>Rosendo E. Santos, Jr. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cipriano Cayabyab is best known for which of the following?

<p>Religious songs and hymns (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which composer is celebrated for the orchestral piece 'Maria Makiling'?

<p>Alfredo Buenaventura (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which composer is noted as a leading exponent of contemporary Filipino classical music?

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Who is Fransisco Santiago?

A prominent Filipino composer known for pioneering the kundiman genre. He is credited as the "Father of Kundiman" and his works include "Leron Leron Sinta".

Who is Nicanor Abelardo?

This composer is known for his impactful kundiman music before World War II. One of his notable works is "Mutya ng Paig".

Who is Antonio Molina?

A National Artist of the Philippines recognized for his contributions to orchestral, chamber, and vocal music. He is also known for incorporating elements of Western classical music into his works.

Who is Lucio San Pedro?

A National Artist who is regarded as the "Romantic Nationalist". He is renowned for incorporating Philippine folk elements into his compositions using Western musical forms and harmony.

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Who is Alfredo Buenaventura?

He is known for incorporating folk and traditional songs into his music. He also composed religious songs, including hymns, and is popular for his work "Maria Makiling".

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Who is Jose Maceda?

A highly respected Filipino ethnomusicologist and composer known for his groundbreaking work studying music from a cultural and historical perspective. He also played a significant role in teaching music, and is a National Artist of the Philippines.

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Who is Lucrecia R. Kasilag?

This Filipina composer and pianist is known for her innovative approach of incorporating indigenous Filipino instruments into orchestral and group performances. She is renowned for contributing to the contemporary classical music scene.

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Who is Ramon P. Santos?

A notable Filipino classical music composer. He is acknowledged as a leading figure in contemporary Filipino classical music, blending Western and Filipino musical elements.

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Study Notes

Traditional Composers

  • Francisco Santiago (1889-1947): Known as the "Father of Kundiman," composed "Leron Leron Sinta" and "Madaling Araw". He was the first Filipino director of the UP Conservatory of Music.
  • Nicanor Abelardo (1893-1934): Known for his kundiman songs before World War II, including "Mutya ng Paig".
  • Antonio Molina (1894-1980): An expressionist musician who drew from Western and classical music traditions. He was a national artist of the Philippines, known for his orchestral, chamber, and vocal works.
  • Lucio San Pedro (1913-2002): A national artist of the Philippines (1981), known as "Romantic Nationalist". He incorporated Philippine folk elements with Western forms and harmony in his compositions, such as "Sa ugoy ng duyan".
  • Rosendo E. Santos, Jr. (1922-1994): Received the "Philippine artist of the century" award in Manila (1956-1957), and composed music.
  • Alfredo Buenaventura (1929-1982): Incorporated folk and tribal songs and religious songs and hymns, including "Maria Makiling" (1961).

New Music Composers and Song Composers

  • Jose Maceda (1917-2004): A Filipino ethnomusicologist and composer who studied music from a cultural and historical perspective. He was also a national artist.
  • Lucrecia R. Kasilag (1918-2008): A Filipino composer and pianist who incorporated indigenous Filipino instruments into orchestral works.
  • Ramon P. Santos (1941-1988): A prominent Filipino classical musician.
  • Jonas Baes (1961-2004): A student of Ramon P. Santos who received the UST Nipon Foundation senior fellowship and Hall of Fame award.
  • Cipriano "Ryan" Cayabyab (1954-): Known for religious songs and popular contemporary compositions like "Kay ganda ng musika" and "Paraiso".
  • Josefino "Chino" Toledo (1959-): A composer and conductor praised for his ability to blend Western and Asian aesthetics.

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Test your knowledge about notable traditional composers from the Philippines, including their key works and contributions to music. This quiz covers influential figures such as Francisco Santiago, Nicanor Abelardo, and Antonio Molina, among others. Discover how their unique styles shaped the country's musical landscape.

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