Contemp arts Artist (part 2)

Francisca Reyes Aquino

• Known as a dancer and researcher of Philippine folk dance

• Mother of Philippine folk dance

• Received republic award of merit in 1954

Ex. Tinikling, carinosa and Chinese fan dance

Antonio J. Molina

• A teachers, composer, conductor

• Known for his impressionist style music

• Acknowledged as a visionary of Philippine music

• He invented pentatonic scale, linear counterpoints and lively ninth and eleventh chords

Ex. Ang batingaw (Orchestral Music), Hating Gabi (chamber music), Awit ni maria clara (vocal music)

Leonor O. Goquingco

• Mother of Philippine theater dance, trailblazer, Dean of Filipino performing arts critics

• She incorporated ballet with folk dance and asian dance has been innovative and original

Ex. Filipinescas: Philippine Life, legend and lore, In a javanese Garden, TREND: return to native, Vinta!

Jovita Fuentes

• Acclaimed theater actress

• Recognized by Spain and given the title “La Embahadora de filipinas a su madre patria”

Ex. Cio-Cio-san in,Giacomo Puccini’s Madame Butterfly, Liu yu in Turandot, Mimi in La boheme

Honorata “atang” Dela Rama

• Queen of kundiman

• Starred in many zarzuelas

• Starred in Dalagang Bukid at 15 y.o.

Ex. Dalagang bukid, Ay, ay kalisud, Anak ni eba and Aking ina (sarswelas)

Antonino R. Buenaventura

• He made compositions inspired by ethnic songs for the orchestra, symphony and solo instruments

• Credited with making the Philippine Army Band one of the best in the world

Ex. Triumphal March, Echoes of the Past, History fantasy, Echoes from the Philippines, Ode to freedom

Lucresia Reyes Urtula

• a choreographer, educator, and researcher 

• she made dances that showcase the different traditional dances and festivals in the Philippines (mountain dances, Spanish dances, Muslim dances)

Ex. Singkil

Lucresia R. Kasilag

• a teacher and artist

• she combined traditional tribal music with Western music

• she used indigenous Filipino musical instruments in orchestral performances

Ex. Toccata for Percussions and Winds

Levi Celerio

• one of the most prolific composers and lyricists in the history of Philippine music

• he authored more than 4, 000 songs 

• he was recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the only person in the world to make music by just using a leaf

Ex. Pasko Na naman, Ang pasko ay sumapit, Basta’t mahal kita, kahit konting pagtingin

Dr. Ramon Pagayon Santos

• for him music can be described as an avant-garde

• he experimented with different styles like serialism, electronic and contemporary, indeterminacy, new vocal and improvisational techniques

Ex. Ding Ding Nga Diwaya

Ryan Cayabyab

• one of the most well-known composers in contemporary music

•  knows as Mr. C in the entertainment industry

• Ex. Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika, Tuwing Umuulan at Kapiling Ka, Da Coconut Nut

pentatonic scale

is a musical scale with five notes per octave (from the word penta meaning “five”).

• it is commonly used in Asian and Filipino folk music because of its simple, pleasant sound.

counterpoint

means the combination of two or more melodies played at the same time that sound harmonious together.

linear counterpoint

focuses on how each individual melodic line moves smoothly and independently, rather than just forming chords.

impressionism

style that focuses on creating moods, emotions, and atmosphere rather than telling a clear story or following strict musical structure.

sarswela

is a traditional Filipino musical play that combines songs, dances, and spoken dialogue to tell a story — usually about love, family, and social issues.

avant garde

music refers to new, experimental, and innovative styles that challenge traditional rules and forms of composition.