MUSIC Flashcards
(33 cards)
What does Traditional Filipino Music reflect?
The way of life, beliefs, and traditions of rural folks
What is the Kulintang?
An ensemble composed of a set of eight gongs including gandingan, agung, babandil
Which tribes are associated with The Gangsa Ensemble?
Kalinga, Ifugao, Bontoc
What is the characteristic of the Gangsa?
Smooth-surfaced gong with narrow rim
What is the Rondalla?
An ensemble that originated in Spain but became popular in Philippine Folk Music
When was the Rondalla introduced in the Philippines?
During the 19th Century
What is Sarsuwela?
A combination of melodrama songs and dances
What is a Kundiman?
An art song that speaks about love of a man for a woman
What is Balitao?
A Visayan folk song where a man and woman engage in debate
What is Musikong Bumbong?
A band that uses instruments made of bamboo
What is a Kudlung?
A two-stringed lute made of wood
What is a Kudyapi?
A 2-stringed boat-shaped lute
What is Serongagandi?
Closed by a node at both ends; decorated bamboo tubes
What is Afiw?
A brass instrument horizontally held by tongue in front of the opened mouth
What is Balingbing?
A bamboo buzzer
What elements does Contemporary Philippine Music adopt?
Elements of 20th century western music
Who is Antonio Jesus Molina?
A concert soloist and composer invited to the Malacanang Palace
What are some compositions by Antonio Jesus Molina?
- Hatinggabi
- Malikmata
- Pandangguhan
Who is Alfredo Santos Buenaventura?
A composer known for the first composition Danza
What are some compositions by Alfredo Santos Buenaventura?
- Maria Makiling
- Ang ating watawat
- Gomburza
Who is Lucrecia Roces Kasilag?
A composer and founder of the Bayanihan Folk Art Center
How many compositions did Kasilag create?
More than 250 compositions
What are some compositions by Lucrecia Roces Kasilag?
- April Morning
- Filisiana, 1965
- Dularawan, 1969
Who is Dr. Ramon Pagayon Santos?
A composer and member of the Pasig Artists Guild
