MUSIC M1 & 5

• What does contemporary music in the Philippines refer to according to Ramon Santos?

  Compositions adopting 20th-century Western ideas
• How did Western compositional techniques influence Filipino composers?

  They were influenced during Spanish and American colonization
• When was Francisco B. Buencamino Sr. born?

  November 5, 1883
• What was Francisco B. Buencamino Sr.'s musical style?

  Formulaic and jolly musical style
• What are some notable compositions by Francisco B. Buencamino Sr.?

  Harana, Pandanggo ni Neneng, Collar de Sampaguita
• Who is known as the "Father of Kundiman"?

  Francisco B. Buencamino Sr.
• What characterizes the music of Francisco B. Buencamino Sr.?

  Romantic style with folk materials
• What is the most famous piece composed by Francisco B. Buencamino Sr.?

  Anak-Dalita
• What significant event occurred in 1917 related to Francisco B. Buencamino Sr.?

  His music was sung before King Alfonso XIII
• When was Francisco Santiago born?

  February 7, 1893
• What is notable about Francisco Santiago's musical style?

  Combined European romanticism with chromaticism
• What are some notable works of Francisco Santiago?

  Mutya ng Pasig, Nasaan Ka Irog
• Who is Nicanor Abelardo?

  First national artist for music
• What was Nicanor Abelardo's musical career start?

  As an orchestral soloist at Manila Grand Opera House
• What is Nicanor Abelardo best known for?

  Romantic serenade for violin and piano
• When did Nicanor Abelardo pass away?

  January 29, 1980
• What is Antonio J. Molina known for?

  His romantic nationalist compositions
• What did Antonio J. Molina do during the Second World War?

  Conducted military and civilian brass bands
• What are some compositions by Antonio J. Molina?

  Bulaklaken, Theme and Variations for Band
• Who is Hilarion Rubio?

  A renowned composer, conductor, and teacher
• Where did Hilarion Rubio further develop his musical abilities?

  Conservatory of Music, University of the Philippines
• What is Col. Antonino Buenaventura known for?

  Restoring the Philippine Constabulary Band
• How was the Philippine Constabulary Band regarded?

  As one of the best military bands in the world
• What are some compositions by Col. Antonino Buenaventura?

  Minuet, Mindanao Sketches, Divertimento
• What is Rodolfo S. Cornejo known for?

  His operas and concertos
• What did Rodolfo S. Cornejo start doing at age 11?

  Composing band marches and vocal scores
• What award did Rodolfo S. Cornejo receive in 1956?

  Composer of the Year Award
• What is the compositional style of Rodolfo S. Cornejo?

  Impressionistic and expressionistic composition
• Who is Felipe Padilla De Leon Sr.?

  Best liturgical composer
• What is notable about Felipe Padilla De Leon Sr.'s compositions?

  Incorporated indigenous Filipino instruments
• When was Felipe Padilla De Leon Sr. born?

  July 4, 1936
• Who is Lucio San Pedro?

  A popular contemporary composer
• What is a notable work of Lucio San Pedro?

  Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika
• What is the significance of the zarzuela Alikabok?

  It is a modern zarzuela composed by Lucio San Pedro
• When was the first Filipino avant-garde composer born?

  January 17, 1917
• What was the musical style of the first Filipino avant-garde composer?

  Adopted from indigenous tribes of Mindoro
• What is a notable work of the first Filipino avant-garde composer?

  Ugma-ugma
• When was the National Artist for Music born in San Fernando, La Union?

  August 31, 1918
• What characterizes the compositional style of the National Artist for Music born in 1918?

  Fusion of Eastern and Western styles
• What is a notable work of the National Artist for Music born in 1941?

  Nabasag na Banga