Music in Marian Devotions
Since the introduction of Christianity by the Spanish in the Philippines, the strong influence...
01 May, 2011
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On Philippine History and Culture
Bodabil
During the Japanese occupation, film production in the country was at a standstill...
15 April, 2011
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Rizal the Mason
When Rizal arrived in Spain in 1882, he found a country that was strongly influenced by Masonic...
15 April, 2011
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Featured Artist: Dolores Paterno
She was best known as the composer of Sampaguita (La Flor de Manila)...
15 March, 2011
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70th Anniversary of the First Philippine Airlines Flight
March 15, 2011 marks the 70th anniversary of the first-ever Philippine Airlines flight...
15 March, 2011
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Rizal’s Education
Jose Rizal’s first teacher was his mother, who had taught him how to read and pray...
15 March, 2011
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Rizal’s Verses for Leonor and Maria Clara
Prior to his departure for Europe, Jose Rizal composed the song Leonor as a farewell poem...
14 February, 2011
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Featured Artist: Jovita Fuentes
One of the greatest Filipino vocal talents, National Artist for Music Jovita Fuentes...
01 February, 2011
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Jose Protacio Alonso Realonda Mercado Rizal
Among the earliest known ancestors of Jose Rizal were Siang-co and Zun-nio of Fujian, China. ...
01 February, 2011
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Featured Artist: Julian Felipe
A prolific composer, Felipe produced such pieces as Aurorita, Danza...
15 January, 2011
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Filipino Carols Then and Now
As early as 1894, Filipino carols such as the “Invitation for Nativity” and “Responsarium” were already sung...
15 December, 2010
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Indigenous Philippine Music: Tradition and Transformation
Despite colonial rule of more than 400 years, the Philippines continues to take pride in its indigenous music...
15 November, 2010
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Featured Artist: Maria Carpena
Carpena’s beauty, charming personality, and captivating voice made her one of the most acclaimed...
15 October, 2010
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Music during the Martial Law Years
The period of Martial Law (1972-1986) may have been considered by many as a grim period in Philippine history...
15 September, 2010
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Songs relive ‘Cory Magic’
Through their very relevant messages and heartfelt melodies, these People Power anthems help...
01 August, 2010
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Songs of Patriotism Mark P-Noy’s Inauguration
Music played an interesting role in the recent inauguration of President Benigno Aquino III...
15 July, 2010
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The Philippine National Anthem
On September 23, 1943, the National Anthem and National Flag were declared official symbols...
01 June, 2010
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Philippine Band Music
Marching bands, called bandas, were very popular during the American regime...
15 May, 2010
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Ethnic Pop
In the 1980s, a trend in Philippine music emerged—“ethnic pop.”...
15 April, 2010
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The Making of a Great Filipino Violinist
What does it take for a classical musician or singer to make it in Europe?...
15 March, 2010
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More than a Love Song
The kundiman, contrary to popular opinion, is not the quintessential Filipino love song...
01 February, 2010
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Philippine Ethnic Music
Filipinos already had a rich and unique musical tradition long before westerners set foot...
15 January, 2010
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The Diversity of Philippine Music Cultures
Philippine music is rich beyond compare. Most Filipinos, however, do not know this wealth...
10 December, 2009
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