Significance of Arts from the

REGION

CONTINUATION
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M Pre-Spanish
According to the article written by the period in
U Philippine music, blogs pot, Filipinos are said to be musical
peoples. In most cases, singing is accompanied by dancing.
S They used bamboo canes, palm leaves and bark of trees to
write their songs and a piece of sharp stick or iron for their
I pen. Even their instruments were made of bamboo and wood
which indicated their primitiveness. Religious and social life
C the pre-colonial times was used to connect people, to bring
were the common functions of the ancient music. Music in

people together.
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1.The kulintang music of the
Maranaos, for example, is used in
special ceremonies such as
weddings, feasts and enthroning
rites.
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2. The Gandingan is used to
warn others of nearing danger, to
relay messages of love and to act as
markers for when couples wish to
elope.
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3. The Kalaleng and the diwdiw-as,
both wind instruments made of
bamboo reed, of the Tinguians were
also used as instruments for
courtship.
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4. The Kutibeng and the Kudyapi of the Ilocanos,
both stringed instruments, are also used in feasts
and in spirit and nature worship. Other musical
instruments were also used to accompany burial
chants, recount heroic feats, teach and reinforce
floating or oral history, and even cure illnesses.
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M Spanish
U and Hispanic influence in Filipino culture is
Spain ruled the Philippines for 333 years,

S ubiquitous. This influence can be easily seen in

folk and traditional music, especially in the
I Tagalog and Visayan regions, where Spanish
C influence was greatest.
 Examples
1. The Rondalla is a traditional string orchestra
comprising of two-string, mandolin-type instruments
such as the banduria and laud; a guitar; a double bass;
and often a drum for percussion. The rondalla has its
origins in the Iberian rondalla tradition, and is used to
accompany several Hispanic-influenced song forms and
dances.
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2. The Harana and Kundiman are popular
lyrical songs dating back to the Spanish period, and
are customarily used in courtship rituals. The
Harana is rooted in the Mexican Spanish tradition
and based on the rhythmic patterns of the
habanera.
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M America
U the Philippines for artists and vice versa.
American music has also been influential in

S Though contributing to the evolution of

American music, large number of Filipino
I Americans have a strong identity with culture of
C traditional dances and musical performances.
the Philippines by participating or organizing
 Description/Technique
M America
U to music created by Filipinos using western pop
American lifestyle and pop culture gave rise

S forms. Referred to as Pinoy pop, it includes a

wide range of forms: folk songs, dance tunes,
I ballads, Broadway type songs, rock’ n’ roll,
C disco, jazz, and rap.
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2. Sarswela is a tradition produced

by a large body of music consisting of songs
patterned after opera arias of the day as well as
short instrumental overtures and interludes.
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1.In the early 1970s, rock music began
to be written using local languages,
with bands like the Juan Dela Cruz
Band being among the first popular
bands to do so.
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2. Mixing Tagalog and English lyrics were
also popularly used within the same song,
in songs like "Ang Miss Universe Ng
Buhay Ko” by the band Hotdog which
helped innovate the Manila Sound.
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3. The mixing of the two languages (known as
"Taglish"), while common in casual speech in
the Philippines, was seen as a bold move, but
the success of Taglish in popular songs,
including Sharon Cuneta's first hit, "Mr. DJ",
broke the barrier forevermore.
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M Contemporary Music
According to Santos (2016), contemporary music in the
U Philippines usually refers to compositions that have
adopted ideas and elements from twentieth century art
S music in the West, as well as the latest trends and musical
styles in the entertainment industry. The modern Filipino
I repertoire consists of pieces that have been written in
twentieth century idioms that have evolved out of such
C stylistic movements as impressionism, expressionism, neo-
classism, as well as the socalled avant-garde and New
Music.
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D Pre-Spanish to Present
Philippines has many popular folk dances which have
A evolved and changed as they have been passed down from
generation to generation. Before the recorded history of
N the Philippines, before Spanish conquistadors colonized and
Christianized the early Filipino people, from the earliest
C occupation of this archipelago, the people danced. Filipino
danced to appease the Gods, to curry favor from powerful
spirits, to celebrate a hunt or harvest, to mimic the exotic
E life forms around them.
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D Itik-itik from Surigao
A It is a mimetic folk dance in the
N Philippines. It originated in the province
of Surigao in Mindanao. Itik-itik from
C the English word “duck”. The dance
E steps imitate the movements of a duck.
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D Tinikling from Leyte and the Visayas Regions
It is a Philippine traditional dance. This dance
A imitates the movement of the “tikling” bird as it
walks around through tall grasses and between tree
N branches. This dance involves two bamboo poles on
the ground and against each other in coordination
C with one or more dancers who step over and in
between the poles in a dance.
E
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D Sayaw sa Bangko from Pangasinan
A This dance originates from Pangasinan. The
dancers perform on top of a narrow bench that
N is normally six inches wide, inching and hopping
from one another. Performers need to balance
C as they go through a series of movements that
include some impressive acrobatics.
E
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D Binasuan from Pangasinan
A The Binasuan is an entertaining dance
that is usually performed at festive social
N occasions. Danvers carefully balance three
half-filled glasses of rice wine on their
C heads and hands as they gracefully spin
E and roll on the ground.
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D Maglalatik from Biñan, Laguna
A It is also known as “Magbabao”. It is a mock war
dance that depicts a fight over coconut meat, a
highly prized food. The dancers are all male where
N they put coconut shell halves are secured onto the
dancers’ hands and on vest upon which are hung
C four or six more coconut shell halves. This is danced
in the religious procession during fiesta of Binan as
E an offering to San Isidro Labrador.
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D Pandanggo sa Ilaw from Mindoro
A This dance is similar to a Spanish Fandango.
The phrase “ilaw” is a Tagalog word for “light”
N and it refers to the three oil lamps that the
dancer has to balance- one on the head and
C one on the back of each hand. This dance is
typically performed by fishermen to celebrate a
E good catch.
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D La Jota Moncadeña from Ilocos This
dance is adapted by the Filipinos from an old
A Spanish dance. It is a combination of Spanish
N and Ilocano dance steps set to Spanish music
and castanets. According to Ramon Obusan,
C this dance was danced to accompany a
bereaved family to the burial of a loved one.
E
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D Kappa MalongMalong from Mindanao
A It is a Muslim–influenced danced. The
N malong is a tubular garment, and the dance
essentially shows the many ways it can be
C worn. There are men’s and women’s versions of
the dance since they wear malongs in different
E ways.
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D Pantomina from Bicol
A It is a traditional dance in Bicol. It is a love
dance with its movements mimicking or
N patronizing the mating or love making of doves.
It is also known as a courtship dance and
C wedding dance. This dance is a significant
dance in Kasanggayahan Festival held in
E October.
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D Habanera Botolena from Zambales
A This folk dance was originated from Cuba. It is
also known as Danza or Danza Habanera. It is a
N social dance in duple time and it is usually
performed in a ballroom or on a stage. It combines
C Filipino and Spanish steps, and is a popular dance
at weddings and include procession of the bride
E and groom’s parents. It is also considered a
courting dance in some situation.
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D Singkil from Maranao
A This dance originated from Maranao. It is
traditionally performed by single women to
N attract the attention of potential suitors. Dancers
perform a series of graceful movements as they
C step in and out from between bamboo poles
which are rhythmically clapped together. Fans
E and scarves are often used to enhance the
dancers’ movements.
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D Cariñosa from Panay
A This dance originated in Panay Island. It is a
Philippine folk dance of Hispanic origin. The word
N cariñosa means the affectionate one. This is a
courtship dance that portrays acts of flirtation
C between man and woman. Originally, this dance
was danced with Maria Clara dress and Barong
E Tagalog. Since it is a national dance, the dancers
may wear any Filipino costumes.
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 PERFORMANCE
Find some available indigenous
materials in your area then, design
and create a simple artwork that
represents the culture of your
locality. You can ask the help of any
member of your locality.