MUSIC LESSON 6-8

• What is the origin of Jazz music?

  Jazz originated in African-American communities
• What are the distinctive elements of jazz music?


  The distinctive elements of jazz include..

  • Rhythm patterns
  • Harmonic practices
  • Functional harmony
  • And the practice of improvisation
• How did Jazz music reach the Philippines?

  Jazz music was introduced to the Philippines by African soldiers
• What impact did jazz music have on Filipino musicians?

  Jazz music opened up opportunities for Filipino composers and musicians
• What Philippine family is noted to be associated with Latin Jazz

  The Katindig family
• Who are some prominent members of the Katindig family known for jazz music?

  • Boy Katindig (Jazz pianist and recording artist)
  • Romy Katindig (Jazz piano legend)
  • Eddie Katindig (saxophonist)
• The Katindig family pioneered Latin Jazz in Manila
• Other Jazz musicians

  • Bobby Enriquez - Internationally known jazz pianist
  • Lito Molina - Jazz Musician
  • Angel Peña - Jazz musician and saxophonist
• What is Alternative Folk Music?


  It is a combination of ethnic instrumentation with electronic accompaniment, while presenting themes or issues of society and the environment. It often retain its more traditional root combined with acoustic sound.
• Who are some Filipino composers who championed the alternative folk music style?

  Kontemporaryong Gamelan Pilipino..

  • Joey Ayala
  • Grace Nono
  • Edru Abraham of Kontragapi
• Who are Folk Music Artists?

  • Freddie Aguilar
  • Yoyoy Villame
  • Florante
  • Garry Granada
• Who is Freddie Aguilar?


  A Filipino composers whose styles ranged from folk to semi-ethic best known for his song "Anak" the song was translated into 26 languages.
• Who is Yoyoy Villame? 


  A visayan singer and composer of the song "Magellan, Philippine History" and many more
• Who is Florante?


  Singer-song writer Florante de Leon is also a great guitarist and famous for his song "Ako'y isang Pinoy"
• Who is Garry Granada?


  Is a well-known Filipino musician, composer, poet, and known for writing song with strong political theme. He wrote the song "Ka Bayani"
• When did Philippine Rock emerge?

  The year 1973 saw the birth of Philippine Rock or Pinoy Rock
• What is Philippine Rock


  It is a rock beat with Filipino lyrics
• Who introduced Pinoy Rock?

  This new sound was introduced by the legendary Juan de la Cruz Band (with their song "Ang Himig Natin)
• Who are the members of Juan de la Cruz Band?

  They later became a major symbol of Pinoy rock

  • Joey "Pepe" Smith
  • Wally Gonzales
  • Mike Hanopol (The originator of Jeproks)
• What are the characteristics of Pinoy Rock?

  • Use of electric guitar
  • Strong rhythm with an accent on the offbeat
  • Youth-oriented lyrics
  • Entertainment
  • Mixture of Folk music
• Vocal groups and bands that contributed to the legacy of Pinoy Rock:

  • River Maya
  • The Dawn
  • True Faith
  • The Eraserheads
  • Wolfgang
  • Bamboo
  • Parokya ni Edgar
  • Hale
  • Sandwich
  • Sugar free
  • Sponge Cola
• Philippines Rap Music


  Philippines is known to have the first rap music scene in Asia. When it was released in the Philippines, it appeared in different languages.
• What does Rap songs have?


  • It always have a rhythmic beat
  • With steady strong beat which makes it popular in bars
• Who are two Filipino artists that made rap popular?

  1. Francis Magalona ("Mga kababayan Ko" and "Watawat")
  2. Andrew E ("Humanap ka ng pangita")
• Who are Rap Icons in the Philippines?

  • Francis Magalona
  • Andrew E.
  • Gloc 9
• Who is Francis Magalona?


  • He was born on October 4, 1964 and died on March 6, 2009
  • He is known as FrancisM, "Master Rapper" and "The man from Manila"
  • He was a Filipino rapper, songwriter, producer, actor, director, television host, and photographer
  • He is often hailed as the "King of Pinoy Rap" and considered a legend in the Philippine music community
• Who is Andrew E.?


  • He is a Filipino rapper, record producer and actor
  • He is best known throughout the Philippines for his 1990 debut hit single "Humanap ka ng Panget"
  • He won a "Rap Album of the year" award for his latest album Clubzilla at the 2010 PMPC Star awards for Music
• Who is Gloc 9?


  • He is a Filipino rapper, singer and songwriter
  • Regarded as one of the best Filipino rappers of all-time, his fast-flowing vocal style has made him one of the most successful hip-hop artists
  • He was described by a fellow great Filipino rapper Francis Magalona as "A blacksmith of words and letters, and a true Filipino poet"