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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