20th CENTURY FILIPINO

TRADITIONAL COMPOSERS
I. What I Need to Know?
This Guided Learning Activity Sheet is designed to impart you essential
informations, skills and values to take part in understanding, performing and
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appreciating the 20 century Filipino traditional composers and their compositions.
This module provides you variety of activities that will assist you to understand
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the lessons about the 20 century Filipino Traditional composers and their
compositions. Guidance of parents or guardians is advice in answering the module
specially with activities where you need to demonstrate a performance tasks.

At the end of this Guided Learning Activity Sheet, you are expected to:

Learning Competencies

Narrates the life of selected contemporary Filipino composer/s; MU10CM-IIIc-g-

3 Analyzes the musical characteristics of traditional and contemporary Philippine
music; MU10CM-IIIa-h-2
Improvises simple vocal/instrumental accompaniments to selected
contemporary Philippine music; MU10CM-IIId-e-5

Objectives
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This learning material provides you with activities that will help you infer 20
Century Filipino Traditional composers.

At the end of this Guided Learning Activity Sheet, you are expected to:
1. Describe features of traditional and contemporary music.
2. Narrate the profiles of selected contemporary Philippine composers.
3. Listen perceptively to excerpts of major contemporary works.
4. Improvise a simple vocal/instrumental accompaniment to selected songs.

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 II. What I Know?
Activity A. Think and Write
Directions: Identify the compositions of the following Filipino
traditional composers. Choose the answer in the box below. Write the
correct answer on the space provided.

-Pasko na Naman -Ang Bukang Liwayway

-Ano kaya ang Kapalaran?
-Kandingan
-Magbalik ka Hirang
-Awit ni Maria Clara
1. Ryan P. Cayabyab
2. Francisco B. Buencamino Sr.
3. Antonio J. Molina
4. Francisco S. Santiago
5. Lucio D. San Pedro
6. Rodolfo S. Cornejo
7. Hilarion F. Rubio
8. Felipe P. De Leon Sr.
9. Nicanor S. Abelardo
10. Alfredo S. Buenaventura
-Maria Makiling
-Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika
-Lahing Kayumanggi
-Mutya ng Silangan
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Activity B. Guess Sing

Directions: Sing the lyrics of the songs and identify the title of the
songs. Write your answer on the blank provided.

Magmula no'ng ako'y natutong umawit
Naging makulay ang aking munting
daigdig
Tila ilog pala ang paghimig
Kung malalim, damdami'y pag-ibig
Kung umapaw, ang kaluluwa't tinig
Ay sadyang nanginginig
Sana'y di magmaliw ang dati kong araw
Nang munti pang bata sa piling ni nanay
Nais kong maulit ang awit ni inang mahal
Awit ng pag-ibig habang ako'y nasa
duyan
2.Title:_______________________

1. Title:_______________________
Ang bayan ko’y tanging ikaw
Pilipinas kong mahal
Ang puso ko at buhay man
Sa iyo’y ibibigay
Tungkulin ko’y gagampanan
Na lagi kang paglingkuran
Ang laya mo’y babantayan
Pilipinas kong hirang
4. Title:_________________________
3. Title:________________________
Iba't ibang palamuti
Ating isabit sa puno
Buhusan ng mga kulay
Tambakan ng mga regalo
Tumitibok-tibok, sumisinok-sinok
'Wag lang malunod, sasabihin
(Pupulu-pulupot) Paikot nang
paikot
Koronahan ng palarang bituin

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 Lesson
20TH CENTURY FILIPINO
1 TRADITIONAL COMPOSERS

III. What’s In?

Directions: Read and understand the directions indicated in each Before we proceed with
our new lesson let us have a review about the activity. Write the correct/ appropriate
answer that is needed. previous lesson which is about Afro-Latin American music. I
prepared
some activities for you. Enjoy answering the activities!
A. Let’s Recall It
Identify the answer on each statement. Choose from the box below
and write your answer on the blank provided before each number.

Bossa Nova Foxtrot Rumba Son

Cha Cha Paso Doble Salsa Tango
Cumbia Reggae Samba Zouk

___________1. It was meant to be executed for singing, dancing, and parading in

the Rio carnival.
___________2. Involves shifting the weight by stepping sideways, causing the hips
to move while the upper body remains level.
___________3. It has a repetitive melody with an ostinato pattern played by the
maracas, claves and other Cuban percussion instruments.
___________4. A courtship dance with European and African instrumentation and
characteristics, originated in Panama and Columbia.
___________5. A ballroom dance that originated in Cuba in the 1950s and derived
from the mambo.
___________6. Gave rise to other dances such as the black bottom, Charleston,
and shimmy.
___________7. It developed as the foremost urban song and dance form in the
working class areas of Buenos Aires.
___________8. A theatrical Spanish dance used by the Spaniards in bullfighting.
___________9. An urban popular music and dance style that originated in Jamaica
in the mid- 1960s.
___________10. The music contains themes centering on love, women, longing,
nature, and youthfulness.

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B. Loop the Word

Directions: Find and encircle the word inside the box related to music of Africa.
Refer to the statement below for your answer. Write your answer on the space
provided.

J I T A V K U O Z K G H K O J
U S T I B L U E S N O L E U A
M P A B O R W E R E T U J B M
A I E M O A A F U N T U O R A
R R B O B P L R D A I O U R X
A I O R R A T E C T E L R E E
B T R A U L Z A I H J D N G S
I U F T I A R X T D E I E G O
K W A S S A K W A S S S V A U
E A T E M I L S O C A S Y E L

__________1. Popular music style from Nigeria that relies on the traditional Yoruba
rhythms.
__________2. Popular form of South African music featuring a lively and uninhibited
variation of the jitterbug.
__________3. Used to wake up the worshippers after fasting during the Muslim holy
feast of Ramadan.
__________4. The hips move back and forth while the arms follow hip movements.
__________5. A term used to describe the fusion of West African with black
American music.
__________6. The most distinctive qualities is its offbeat rhythm and staccato
chords.
__________7. Basic underlying rhythm that typifies most Brazilian music.
__________8. It makes use of a keyboard style that combines American jazz,
ragtime, and blues with African roots.
__________9. Combining the strong rhythms of African percussion instruments with
Portuguese.
__________10. Carnival-like rhythmic music, from the Creole slang word for “party”.

These activities will help you to assess your learning about

your previous lesson. So if you want to check if your
answers are correct just turn this module in page 16.

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 IV. What’s New?

Today, another exciting lesson will be introduce to you. Surely you

will learn and enjoy the lesson prepared for you. But before that I
would like to ask you if you are familiar with the lyrics of the songs
below? Can you sing it?

Kay ganda ng ating musika, Kay ganda ng ating musika

Ito ay atin, sariling atin. At sa habang buhay awitin natin
Kay ganda ng ating musika, Kay ganda ng ating musika
Ito ay atin, Sariling atin ♫♫♪♪♫♪

Philippine music is rich and beyond compare. It comes from various styles
and genre. They are different in terms of concept, form, and style. It represents a
way of life that is uniquely Filipino. Philippines was colonized by Spain then
America from early 1500s to the late 1800s. Because of this happening Western
compositional techniques found their way into the works of the Filipino composers.
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Yet, 20 century Filipino composers was able to retain some traditional elements in
their understanding of Western techniques.

V. What is it?

Get ready for another interesting and fruitful lesson prepared for
you. Amaze yourself with the 20th Filipino traditional composers
and their compositions. Come on, enjoy reading your module.
NOTE: Downloaded video will be sent by your subject teacher
ahead

What is Contemporary Philippine music?

Contemporary music in the Philippines usually refers to compositions that

have adopted ideas and elements from twentieth century art music in the West, as
well as the latest trends and musical styles in the entertainment industry. This
brief introduction covers only the works written by the art music composers.

What is traditional Filipino music?

Every country in the world has their own traditional music, Filipino traditional
music portrays the beliefs, customs, and traditions of the rural folks. Traditional
music may be classified such as to glorify the beauty of nature, courtship music, or
welcome songs

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What are the characteristics of traditional Philippine music?

Three main characteristics are exemplified by traditional ethnic music. The

first is the cantata form. A cantata is a vocal composition with an instrumental
accompaniment and often contains more than one movement. Another characteristic
that is exemplified is the use of acapella. An acapella song is a vocal composition
without instrumental accompaniment. Lastly, the sonata form is used – a
composition for one or more solo instruments, one of which is usually a keyboard
instrument, and usually consisting of three or four independent movements varying
in key, mood, and tempo (Anupol, 2007).

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20 Century Traditional Filipino Composers
and their works

Francisco B. Buencamino Sr. (1883 – 1952)

Born: November 5, 1883 - Died: October 16, 1952
Compositions: Harana, Pandanggo ni Neneng, Collar de
Sampaguita, Dulces las Horas, Mayon (Fantasia de Concierto),
Princesa ng Kumintang, Maligayang Bati and Himig ng Nayon.
Founded the Centro Escolar de Senoritas, Conservatory of Music,
and Buencamino Music Academy in 1930. His piano works have
become staples in the Philippine repertoire of today’s performers. He ventured into
musical direction and scoring for films, composing zarzuelas and kundiman.
Listen to the sample link of Himig ng Nayon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZkCOlNZLc8

Nicanor S. Abelardo (1893 – 1934)

Born: February 7, 1893 - Died: March 21, 1934
Compositions: Mutya ng Pasig, Nasaan ka Irog, Cavatina for
Violoncello, U.P Naming Mahal, Cinderella Overture, Panorama
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A 20 century modern composer, also a composer in the
Romantic style. The Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (Main Theater)
of the Cultural Center of the Philippines and Abelardo Hall of the
UP College of Music are named after him.
Listen to the sample link of Magbalik ka Hirang:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CKKQOMNc50

Francisco S. Santiago (1889 – 1947)

Born: January 29, 1889 Compositions: Pakiusap, Madaling
Died: September 28, 1947 Araw, Sakali Man, Hibik ng Pilipinas,
Father: Felipe Santiago Ano Kaya ang Kapalaran, Kundiman
Mother: Maria Santiago (Anak Dalita and Himutok
“Father of the Kundiman” and belongs to the “Triumvirate of the
Filipino Composers”. His music was Romantic in style, incorporating
Western forms and techniques with folk materials.
Listen to the sample link of Ano kaya angv Kapalaran?:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ol9hYaWglQ

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 Antonio J. Molina (1894 – 1980)
Born: December 26, 1894 - Died: January 29, 1980
Compositions: Ang Batingaw, Hatinggabi, Kundiman-Kundangan,
Awit ni Maria Clara, Magbalik ka Hirang, Kung sa iyong Gunita and
Larawan Nitong Pilipinas
A product of both Romantic and Impressionist style, and known
as the “Father of Philippine Impressionist Music”. Fascinated by the dynamics
and harmonies of Debussy, but retained much of the Romantic style in his
melody.
Listen to the sample link of Awit ni Maria Clara :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUBFFPGvL4g&list=RDiUBFFPGvL4g&start_radio=1

Hilarion F. Rubio (1902 – 1985)

Born: October 21, 1902 - Died: December 28, 1985 Compositions:
Unang Katas, Bulaklaken, Theme and Variation for Band, Ang
Magsasaka, Bukang Liwayway, Filipinas kong Mahal, Hantulan Mo
Ako, Ginintuang Araw, Mutya ng Silangan, Light Narra
A composer, music teacher, conductor, and clarinetist. His name
was closely identified with his works for the orchestra; as a conductor of opera,
ballet, and dance recitals; and his music for movies.
Listen to the sample link of Mutya ng Silangan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgKxJ9OsY3o

Col. Antonino R. Buenaventura (1904 – 1996)

Born: May 4, 1904 Compositions: Pandanggo sa Ilaw,
Died: January 25, 1996 Prinsesa ng Kumintang, Pandanggo
Father: Lucio Buenaventura ni Neneng
He recorded folk and dance music around the country. He restored the Philippine
Constabulary Band in 1945, which is considered “one of the best military bands in
the world”. Declared National Artist for Music in 1988.
Listen to the sample link of Pangdanggo ni Neneng: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cl3oh3GUABg

Rodolfo S. Cornejo (1909 -1991)

Born: May 15, 1909 - Died: August 11, 1991
Compositions: A la Juventud Filipina, Ibong Adarna, Kandingan,
Kaluwalhatian, Malakas at Maganda overture, Okaka
He served as pianist-director of a USO concert unit that entertained the Allied
Forces during World War II. He later became the soloist of several orchestras, and
eventually the musical director of the Sampaguita and Vera-
Perez movie companies.
Listen to the sample link of Kaluwalhatian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2buvLg4Pbw

Felipe P. De Leon Sr. (1912 – 1992)

Born: May 1, 1912 - Died: December 5, 1992
Compositions: Bulaklak Alitaptap, Bagong Lipunan, Payapang
Daigdig, Pasko na Naman, Noche Buena, Kay Tamis ng
Buhay, Sapagkat Mahal Kita
Known as a nationalist composer who expressed the Philippines’

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cultural identity through his compositions. He wrote piano compositions,
hymns, marches, art songs, chamber music, symphonic poems, overture, band
music, school songs, orchestral works, operas, kundiman, and zarzuelas.
Listen to the sample link of Pasko na Naman:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TygWJjxE700&list=RDTygWJjxE700&start_radio=1

Lucio D. San Pedro (1913 – 2002)

Born: February 11, 1913 Compositions: Ugoy ng Duyan, Suite
Died: March 31, 2002 Pastorale, and Lahing kayumanggi

Known as a “Romantic nationalist”. He incorporated Philippine folk

elements in his compositions with Western forms and harmony. His
chords have a rich expressive tonality. Was declared National Artist for Music in
1991.
Listen to the sample link of Ugoy ng Duyan:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4A7Ptil2j4&list=RDF4A7Ptil2j4&start_radio=1

Rosendo E. Santos Jr. (1922 – 1994)

Born: September 3, 1922 Compositions: Inday sa Balitaw,
Died: November 4, 1994 Melinda’s Masquerade
A prolific composer whose works include concerti, sonatas,
symphonies, symphonic poems, five operas in a Philippine dialect,
numerous band overtures, and over 200 marches. He also wrote 50
masses in Latin and 20 in English.
Listen to the sample link of Inday sa Balitaw: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=niRRzciuVB0

Alfredo S. Buenaventura (born 1929)

Born: October ber 14, 1929
Compositions: Prinsesa Urduha, Diego Silang, Maria Makiling,
Ang Ating Watawat, Pasko ng Barangay, Dakilang Lahi, Pilipinas,
Gomburza
His compositions combine contemporary and conventional styles,
and contain melodies that are simple and understandable, while using
contemporary harmonies that enhance their complexity.
Listen to the sample link of Pilipinas : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_u3JtnTEn8

Raymundo Cipriano “Ryan” P. Cayabyab (born 1954)

Born: May 4, 1954
Compositions: Misa, Four Poems for Soprano and Piano, Te Deum,
Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika, Limang Dipang Tao, Alikabok and
Kumukuti-kutitap
A contemporary composer and conductor who spans both popular and
classical worlds with his pop music, ballads, operas, zarzuelas, orchestral
arrangements, masses, psalms, and choral compositions. His compositions are
mostly of traditional Western influences.

Listen to the sample link of Limang Dipang Tao: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAtzJPu5qI8

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VI. What’s More?
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Activity 1. Brain Teaser

Directions: Identify the composers of the following works. Choose

the answer in the box below. Write the letter of the correct answer on
the space provided.
a. Francisco Buencamino e. Hilarion Rubio i. Lucio San Pedro
b. Francisco Santiago f. Antonino Buenaventura j. Rosendo Santos Jr.
c. Nicanor Abelardo g. Rodolfo Cornejo k. Alfredo Buenaventura
d. Antonio Molina h. Felipe De Leon Sr. l. Ryan Cayabyab

________1. Bituing Marikit ________6. Sa Ugoy ng Duyan

________2. Ano Kaya ang Kapalaran ________7. Ibong Adarna
________3. Himig ng Nayon ________8. Pandanggo ni Neneng
________4. Dakilang Lahi ________9. Filipinas Kong Mahal
________5. Kundiman-Kandungan ________10. Kumukuti-kutitap

Activity 2. Let’s Shade It

Directions: Shade/blacken the circle of the correct answer.

1. His piano works have become staples in the Philippine repertoire of today’s
performers.
O Ryan Cayabyab O Antonio Molina
O Lucio San Pedro O Francisco Buencamino
2. He served as pianist-director of a USO concert unit that entertained the
Allied Forces during World War II.
O Rosendo Santos Jr. O Rodolfo Cornejo
O Lucio San Pedro O Francisco Santiago
3. Known as a nationalist composer who expressed the Philippines’ cultural identity
through his compositions.
O Felipe De Leon Sr. O Rosendo Santos Jr.
O Ryan Cayabyab O Francisco Buencamino
4. A product of both Romantic and Impressionist style, and came to be known as the
“Father of Philippine Impressionist Music”.
O Ryan Cayabyab O Antonio Molina
O Lucio San Pedro O Francisco Buencamino
5. Father of the Kundiman and belongs to the Triumvirate of the Filipino Composers.
O Francisco Santiago O Antonio Molina
O Rosendo Santos Jr. O Francisco Buencamino
6. His name was closely identified with his works for the orchestra; as a conductor
of opera, ballet, and dance recitals; and his music for movies.
O Nicanor Abelardo O Hilarion Rubio
O Rodolfo Cornejo O Rosendo Santos Jr.
7. A prolific composer whose works include concerti, sonatas,
symphonies, symphonic poems, five operas in a Philippine dialect.
O Ryan Cayabyab O Antonio Molina
O Lucio San Pedro O Francisco Buencamino

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8. He was fascinated by the dynamics and harmonies of Debussy, but retained much
of the Romantic style in his melody.
O Rodolfo Cornejo O Felipe De Leon Sr.
O Rosendo Santos Jr. O Antonio Molina
9. He restored the Philippine Constabulary Band in 1945, which is considered “one
of the best military bands in the world”.

O Lucio San Pedro O Alfredo Buenaventura O Antonino

Buenaventura O Hilarion Rubio
10. He incorporated Philippine folk elements in his compositions with Western forms
and harmony.
O Hilarion Rubio O Alfredo Buenaventura
O Lucio San Pedro O Antonino Buenaventura

I believe that you were able to answer the activities

prepared for you because you learned so much from our topic
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about our 20 century Filipino traditional composers and their
compositions. You can also share your learning from your
parents for sure you will have a fruitful conversation with them!

VII. What I Have Learned?

✓ Contemporary Philipine music refers to compositions that have
adopted ideas and elements from twentieth century art music in the
West, as well as the latest trends and musical styles in the
entertainment industry.
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Filipino traditional music portrays the beliefs, customs, and traditions of the
rural folks. Traditional music may be classified such as to glorify the beauty
of nature, courtship music, or welcome songs.
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Three main characteristics are exemplified by traditional ethnic music are
cantata form, the use of acapella and lastly the sonata form is used.

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Some of the 20 century traditional Filipino composers are Ryan
Cayabyab, Alfredo Buenaventura, Rosendo Santos Jr., Lucio San Pedro,
Felipe De Leon Sr., Rodolfo Cornejo, Antonino, Buenaventura, Hilarion
Rubio, Antonio Molina, Nicanor, Abelardo, Francisco Santiago, and
Francisco Buencamino Sr.

VIII. What I can do?

Directions: Listen to the songs “Sa Ugoy ng Duyan” and “Kay Ganda ng Ating
Musika”. Be Guided and visit the link below for your reference. After listening to the
songs differentiate the features of the songs. Write your thoughts in the notebook
below.

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 A. Think and Share your Thoughts

Sa Ugoy ng Duyan Kay Ganda ng ating Musika

Ugay ng Duyan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YaKDDwarJyw

Kay Ganda ng ating Musika: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6MixeXSX5g

B. How About You?

Directions: Conduct an interview with some members of the family (father,

mother, grandparents, and siblings) Ask them if they are familiar with the names
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and compositions of the 20 century Filipino traditional composers, if possible let
them sing the song they are familiar with. Fill in the table below with the
informations that you gather.
Family member Composer Compositions

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Based on the information
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that you gathered from your family, how familiar they
are with the 20 century Filipino traditional composers? Write your findings
below.

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 IX. Assessment

A. Let’s Sing It

Directions: Listen and study the following songs below and

then choose one that you like to sing. Record your performance
and send it to your teacher through messenger. Be guided with
the provided Rubrics.

Ugay ng Duyan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YaKDDwarJyw

Kumukuti-kutitap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdDSIO_quKU

Rubric for the Singing Performance (Let’s Sing It)

CRITERIA Excellent Very good Average Poor
20 points 17 points 14 points 12 points
Pitch/Melody Pitch is accurate, Matches pitch Heavy voice. Shouting voice.
sings in tune. with few errors Very few Pitch is
accurate pitches uncertain
Rhythm/Beat Beat and rhythm Beat and the Sometimes too Often too fast
are accurate. rhythms are fast or too slow. or too slow.
Maintains mostly accurate Rhythm is
appropriate with few errors. uncertain and
tempo. irregular
Vocal Sings entire song Sings entire Sings entire song Sing entire
Timber with vocal tone song with only with only 3-4 song out of
1-2 lapses vocal lapses in vocal vocal tone-like
tone-like quality tone-like quality quality
Expression/ The expression is Expression is Expression is Inappropriate
Phrasing appropriate to the generally sometimes expression.
song being sung. appropriate. appropriate. Has
Has adequate limited breath
breath control control.

B. Let’s Do It

Directions: Make an improvise musical instrument using any available

materials found at home to produce rhythmic accompaniment that you
will perform. Choose from the songs below. Send the recorded video of
your performance. Be guided with the provided Rubrics.

Pilipinas Kong Mahal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lf6twIbvft8

Kay Ganda ng ating Musika:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6MixeXSX5g

NOTE: Downloaded music/video will be sent in the messenger ahead

of the discussion.

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