Lesson 1

Contemporary Philippine Music:

New Music Composers
MELC: The learners…
1. Narrates the life of selected contemporary Filipino composer/s; (MU10CMIIIc-g-3)
2. Analyzes the musical characteristics of traditional and contemporary Philippine
music; (MU10CMIIIaIIIa-h-2)
Objectives:
1. Discuss New Music
2. Identify Filipino New Music Composers
3. Determine the Characteristics of Philippine New Music

Let’s Try
Directions: Read each question carefully. Write the letter of the correct answer on the space
provided before the number.
_____1. Who is the composer known for his compositional style featuring chromaticism,
music seria, and electronic components, combined with indigenous Philippine
music elements?
A. Jerry Dadap C. Jose Maceda
B. Jonas Baes D. Ramon Santos
_____2. It is an extension of the classical music tradition, and it represents the cutting
and creative edge of classical music.
A. Contemporary Music C. Temporary Music
B. New Music D. Traditional Music
_____3. Who is the composer who was credited for having written more than 200 musical
works, ranging from incorporating folksongs in her compositions to opera to
orchestral works?
A. Lucrecia Kasilag C. Jose Maceda
B. Jonas Baes D. Ramon Santos
_____4. Who is the first Filipino composer who conduct his own works at the Carnegie
Recital Hall in New York City?
A. Jerry Dadap C. Jose Maceda
B. Jonas Baes D. Ramon Santos
_____5. Which of the following is a composition of Lucrecia Kasilag?
A. Daluy C. Mangamuyo
B. Dularawan D. Ugma-ugma

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 Let’s Explore and Discover
Composers of experimental New Music in the Philippines
retained the Filipino spirit by incorporating traditional music Unlocking of
forms as well as indigenous rhythms and instruments their Difficulties
compositions.
• New Music is an
New Music Filipino Composers: extension of the
1. Jose M. Maceda. National Artist for Music classical music
January 31, 1917-May 05, 2004. tradition, and it
represents the
cutting and creative
edge of classical
music.It is also
means working with
variety of new
composers of all
ages.

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arts/culture-profile/national-artists-of-the-
philippines/jose-maceda/)

His musical style was profoundly influenced when he encountered the music of the
indigenous tribes of Mindoro in 1953. He then embarked on his life’s work, dedicated to
the understanding and preservation of Filipino traditional music.

He was also considered as the first Filipino avant-garde composer. His

compositional approach tended to be Western in style he also combined the
environment with ethnic instruments. Other compositions include Ugma-ugma,
Agungan, Pagsamba, Ugnayan, Cassettes 100.

2. Lucrecia Kasilag. National Artist for Music

August 31, 1918- August 2008.

Compositional style demonstrated a fusion of

Eastern and Western styles in using instruments,
melody, harmony, and rhythm. She is particularly
known
Filipino for incorporating indigenous
instruments into orchestral productions. She is a
National Artist.

She is credited for having written more than 200

musical works, ranging from incorporating folksongs
in her compositions to opera to orchestral works. Other
compositions include Toccata for Percussion and (Source:https://philippineculturaleducati
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Winds, The Legend of the Sarimanok, Dularawan, and
Divertissement.

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3. Ramon Santos. National Artist for Music
February 25, 1948

features
His compositional style
chromaticism,
electronic, music seria, and
components, combined with indigenous Philippine
music elements. Other compositions include Ding-
Ding nga Diyawa; Nabasag na Banga at Iba’t-iba pang
Pinag-ugpong-ugpong na Pananalita sa Wikang
Pilipino para sa labing anim na tinig; L’BAD.

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November 05, 1935

The first Filipino composer to conduct his own works at the Carnegie Recital Hall in New
York City. His major works as composer-conductor were performed at the concert “LAHI”
that featured works by major local composers.

Other Compositions were The Passionate and the

Wild,
The Mangamuyo, I, Mangamuyo II,
Redemption, Five Little Fingers, Tubig ng Buhay,
Dakilang Pagpapatawad, Andres Bonifacio, Ang
Dakilang Anak Pawis, Ang Pag-ibig ng Diyos,
Balitaw NO. 1-7, Lam ang Epic, Lorenzo Ruiz,
Chorale Symphonic Ode Nos. 1 and 2, Aniway at
Tomaneg, Song Cycle Nos. 1-4, Choral Cycle Nos. 1-
3, and Diyos Ama ay Purihin.

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5. Jonas Baes
Born 1961
Baes is known for writing music utilizing
unorthodox musical instruments such as bean-pod
rattles, leaves, iron-nail chimes, various Asian
instruments such as bamboo scrapers and bamboo
flutes, and vocal music using Asian vocal techniques.
His early works in the 1980s were influenced by
Maceda in the use of large numbers of performers.
He received the Gawad Chancellor para
sa
Pinakamahusay na mananaliksik (Hall of Fame, 2003)
from the university of the Philippines.
Other compositions include:
WALA (Nothingness), DALUY (Flow), IBO-
IBON(Birdwoman), SALAYSAY, PATANGIS-BUWAYA
( And the Crocodile Weeps), PANTAWAG (Musical for (Source:
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(Source: Raul M. Sunico, PhD. et al., HORIZONS Music and Arts Appreciation for Young
Filipinos Grade 10 Learner’s Material, Pasig City, 2015, 113-122.)

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 Let’s Practice
Pict ure identification
D irections: Identify the New Music Filipino Composers. Write the name of the
com poser inside the box.

2 ._
3.

4.
5.

Whom do you think has the biggest contribution to Philippine Music?

Let’s Do More
Directions: Determine the characteristics of Philippine New Music Composers. Write T if
the statement is TRUE, andFifthestatement is FALSE.

______ 1. Lucrecia Kasilagisknownfor incorporating indigenous Filipino instruments into

orchestral productions.
______ 2. Jose M. Macedawasconsidered as the first Filipino avant-garde composer. His
compositionalapproachtended to be Western in style he also combined the
environmentwithethnicinstruments.
______ 3. Ramon Santos’compositional style features chromaticism, music seria, and
electronic, components,combined with indigenous Philippine music elements.
______ 4. Jerry Dadap isknownforwriting music utilizing unorthodox musical instruments
such as bean-podrattles,leaves, iron-nail chimes, various Asian instruments
such as bambooscrapersand bamboo flutes, and vocal music using Asian vocal
t echn iqu es .
______5.Jonas BaesisthefirstFilipino composer to conduct his own works at the Carnegie
Recital HallinNewYorkCity.

Whatarethecharacteristics of New Music?

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 Let’s Sum It Up
Let us sum up the lesson by filling out the missing letters in the sentences.
1. She incorporates indigenous Filipino instruments into orchestral productions.
KAS AG

2. His compositional approach tended to be Western in style he also combined the

environment with ethnic instruments. ACE A

3. He is known for writing music utilizing unorthodox musical instruments such as

bean-pod rattles, leaves, iron-nail chimes, various Asian instruments such as
bamboo scrapers and bamboo flutes, and vocal music using Asian vocal techniques.
B S
4. His compositional style features chromaticism, music seria, and electronic,
scomponents, combined with indigenous Philippine music elements.
S N OS

5. The first Filipino composer to conduct his own works at the Carnegie Recital Hall in
New York City. D D P

Let’s Assess
Directions: Read each question carefully. Write the letter of the correct answer on the space
provided before the number.
_____1. It is an extension of the classical music tradition, and it represents the cutting
and creative edge of classical music.?
A. Contemporary Music C. Temporary Music
B. New Music D. Traditional Music
_____2. Which of the following is a composition of Lucrecia Kasilag?
A. Daluy C. Mangamuyo
B. Dularawan D. Ugma-ugma
_____3. Who is the first Filipino composer who conduct his own works at the Carnegie
Recital Hall in New York City?
A. Jerry Dadap C. Jose Maceda
B. Jonas Baes D. Ramon Santos
_____4. Who is the composer who credited for having written more than 200 musical
works, ranging from incorporating folksongs in her compositions to opera to
orchestral works?
A. Lucrecia Kasilag C. Jose Maceda
B. Jonas Baes D. Ramon Santos
_____5. Who is the composer known for his compositional style features chromaticism,
music seria, and electronic, components, combined with indigenous Philippine
music elements?
A. Jerry Dadap C. Jose Maceda
B. Jonas Baes D. Ramon Santos
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 Let’s Sum It Up
Let us sum up the lesson by filling out the missing letters in the sentences.
1. She incorporates indigenous Filipino instruments into orchestral productions.
KAS AG

2. His compositional approach tended to be Western in style he also combined the

environment with ethnic instruments. ACE A

3. He is known for writing music utilizing unorthodox musical instruments such as

bean-pod rattles, leaves, iron-nail chimes, various Asian instruments such as
bamboo scrapers and bamboo flutes, and vocal music using Asian vocal techniques.
B S
4. His compositional style features chromaticism, music seria, and electronic,
scomponents, combined with indigenous Philippine music elements.
S N OS

5. The first Filipino composer to conduct his own works at the Carnegie Recital Hall in
New York City. D D P

Let’s Assess
Directions: Read each question carefully. Write the letter of the correct answer on the space
provided before the number.
_____1. It is an extension of the classical music tradition, and it represents the cutting
and creative edge of classical music.?
A. Contemporary Music C. Temporary Music
B. New Music D. Traditional Music
_____2. Which of the following is a composition of Lucrecia Kasilag?
A. Daluy C. Mangamuyo
B. Dularawan D. Ugma-ugma
_____3. Who is the first Filipino composer who conduct his own works at the Carnegie
Recital Hall in New York City?
A. Jerry Dadap C. Jose Maceda
B. Jonas Baes D. Ramon Santos
_____4. Who is the composer who credited for having written more than 200 musical
works, ranging from incorporating folksongs in her compositions to opera to
orchestral works?
A. Lucrecia Kasilag C. Jose Maceda
B. Jonas Baes D. Ramon Santos
_____5. Who is the composer known for his compositional style features chromaticism,
music seria, and electronic, components, combined with indigenous Philippine
music elements?
A. Jerry Dadap C. Jose Maceda
B. Jonas Baes D. Ramon Santos
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 Lesson 1
Contemporary Philippine Music:
Song Composers

MELC: The learners…

1. Narrates the life of selected contemporary Filipino composer/s;
(MU10CMIIIc-g-3)
2. Analyzes the musical characteristics of traditional and contemporary
Philippine music; (MU10CMIIIaIIIa-h-2)

Objectives:1.Describethe20thcenturySong Composers.
2.Identifythemusicalstylesof the 20th century Song Composers.
3.Determinethemusicalcharacteristics of the 20th century song
Composers,

Let’s Try
Directions:Readeachquestioncarefully.Write the letter of the correct answer on the space
provided before the number.

_____1. Whoamongthesesongcomposerswrote the lyrics of ‘Ang Pasko ay Sumapit’?

A. ErnaniJosonCuenco C.Levi Celerio
B. GeorgeM.Conseco D.Santiago Suarez

_____2. Who amongthefollowingcomposersdeclared as National Artist Award for Music

in 1999?
A. ErnaniJosonCuenco C.Levi Celerio
B. GeorgeM.Conseco D.Santiago Suarez

_____3. WhichisacharacteristicofSantiagoSuarez compositions?

A. Classicalsoundofkundiman C.Smooth flowing rhythm
B. Popularclassic D.Soulful kundiman style

_____4. Whichofthefollowingcompositionswas composed by George M. Canseco?

A. Ako ayPilipino C.Dahil Saiyo
B. BakyaMoNeneng D.Kapantay Ay Langit

_____5. Whoamongthesecomposersisknown for his romantic song composition?

A. ErnaniJosonCuenco C.Levi Celerio
B. LeopoldoR.SilosSr. D.Santiago Suarez

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Song composers became popular with their musical compositions used as musical
background or theme songs in movies and films. The 20th
century Filipino song composers produced a memorable
output of traditional Filipino love songs, music for the movies, Unlocking of
and materials for contemporary arrangements and Difficulties
concert repertoire. •Song Composer is a
musician who is an
Levi Celerio author of music in
a A Prolific lyricist and any form, including
composer. He was named as National
Artist for Music and Literature in vocal, and
1997. A violinist and had written the instrumental music
lyrics for over 4,000 songs in his which combines
lifetime, including many for film. A multiple form.
great number of kundiman and
Filipino love songs have lyrics written
by him, most notable of which are
Dahil sa Iyo,Buhat,and Ang Pasko ay
Sumapit.
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Santiago Suarez.

A Composer and a pianist. His compositions are a

mixture of the soulful kundiman style and the lively strains of
the countryside. The melodies are tonal and catchy, while the
rhythms follow the regular meter with minimal tempo changes.
His harmonies follow the traditional progression, making his
compositions easy to understand without the complexities of
form and structure. Some of his works are quite popular and are
heard even among today’s classical and pop singers and as well
as choral groups. They include the following: Ligaya ko,
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Ernani Joson Cuenco

A composer, film scorer, musical director, and music
teacher, was conferred as the National Artist Award for Music in
1999.Hisworks embody a Filipino sense of musicality as
expressedin the classical sound of the kundiman. To this day,
Cuenco’scompositions are popular and well-loved, especially
GaanoKoIkaw ka mahal and Ang Bato sa Buhangin, both of
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George M. Canseco

He was hailed as “a nationally acclaimed composer of

numerous popular classics. He was commissioned by former
First Lady Imelda R. Marcos to compose a national tribute
hymn entitled Ako ay Pilipino( I am a Filipino) .He also wrote the
classic Kapantay Ay Langit,the theme song from the award-
winning motion picture of the same title.The song won the
Manila Film Festival “Best Song Award”in 1972. His legacy as
a composer includes approximately 120 song titles.

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Leopoldo R. Silos Sr.

He was a composer, singer, and arranger. He

composed and recorded a number of romantic songs, the two
most famous were Dahil Sa Isang Bulalak and Hindi Kita
Malilimot.He was also the award-winning musical director of
the long running television musical program, Aawitan Kita.
The music of Silos touches the sentiment quite deeply,
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(Source: Raul M. Sunico, et al., HORIZONS Music and Arts Appreciation for Young Filipinos,
Grade 10 Learners Materials, Quezon City, Tawid Publications, 2015, 128-138)

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George M. Canseco

He was hailed as “a nationally acclaimed composer of

numerous popular classics. He was commissioned by former
First Lady Imelda R. Marcos to compose a national tribute
hymn entitled Ako ay Pilipino( I am a Filipino) .He also wrote the
classic Kapantay Ay Langit,the theme song from the award-
winning motion picture of the same title.The song won the
Manila Film Festival “Best Song Award”in 1972. His legacy as
a composer includes approximately 120 song titles.

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Leopoldo R. Silos Sr.

He was a composer, singer, and arranger. He

composed and recorded a number of romantic songs, the two
most famous were Dahil Sa Isang Bulalak and Hindi Kita
Malilimot.He was also the award-winning musical director of
the long running television musical program, Aawitan Kita.
The music of Silos touches the sentiment quite deeply,
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(Source: Raul M. Sunico, et al., HORIZONS Music and Arts Appreciation for Young Filipinos,
Grade 10 Learners Materials, Quezon City, Tawid Publications, 2015, 128-138)

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 Let’s Practice
True or False
Directions: Determine if the statements below are true or not. Write T if the statement is
True and F if not.

______1. Levi Celerio was known for creating music with a mouth-blown leaf.
______2. Santiago Suarez compositions is a mixture of soulful and kundiman style.
_______3. Gaano Ko Ikaw Ka Mahal and Bato sa Buhangin both are compositionof
Ernani Cuenco for his mother.
_______4. Leopoldo Silos Sr hailed as nationally acclaimed composer of numerous
popular classic.
_______5. The music of Silos touches the sentiment quite deeply, with his lyrical
and appealing melodies being complemented with exotic harmonies.

Among the Filipino song composers, who do you like most?

Let’s Do More
Multiple Choice
Directions: Match the composers on Column A with their descriptions on Column
B.

Column A Column B
_____1. Levi Celerio A.Appealingmelodies being complemented by exotic
harmonies
B. Popular classic
_____2 Santiago Suarez
. Ernani J.Cuenco C.Classicalsoundof kundiman
_____3 George M. Canseco D.Combinationofsoulful kundiman
. E.Kundimanandlove song
Leopoldo Silos Sr.
_____4
.
_____5
.
Which song of the song composers are you familiar with?
Did you discover the musical characteristics of their songs?

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 Let’s Sum It Up
Complete Me
Directions: Complete the table below by supplying the missing information.

COMPOSITIONS
COMPOSERS CHARACTERISTICS
(Give one)
He create music using leaf. Ang Pasko ay Sumapit
1. ___________________

2. ________________________
SANTIAGO SUAREZ Bakya mo Neneng

He compose classical sound of

3. ___________________ Gaano Kita Kamahal
kundiman.
He hailed as nationally
GEORGE M. CANSECO acclaimed composer of 4. __________________
numerous popular classic

His compositions touches the

sentiment quite
his lyrical and deeply, with
appealing
LEOPOLDO SILOS SR. 5. __________________
melodies.

Let’s Assess
Directions: Read each question carefully. Write the letter of the correct answer on the space
provided before the number.
_____1. Who among the following composers declared as National Artist Award for Music
in 1999?
A. Ernani Joson Cuenco C. Levi Celerio
B. Jorge M. Conseco D. Santiago Suarez
_____2. Who among these composers is known for his romantic song composition.
A. Ernani Joson Cuenco C. Levi Celerio
B. Leopoldo R. Silos Sr. D. Santiago Suarez
_____3. Who among these song composers wrote the lyrics of ‘Ang Pasko ay Sumapit’?
A. Ernani Joson Cuenco C. Levi Celerio
B. Jorge M. Conseco D. Santiago Suarez

_____4. Which is a characteristic of Santiago Suarez compositions?

A. Classical sound of kundiman C. Smooth flowing rhythm
B. Popular classic D. Soulful kundiman style

_____5. Which of the following compositions was composed by George M. Canseco?

A. Ako ay Pilipino C. Dahil Saiyo
B. Bakya Mo Neneng D. Kapantay Ay Langit

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 Lesson 1
Contemporary Philippine Music:
Musicreativy (Improvisation)

MELC: The learners…

Improvises simplevocal/instrumental accompaniments to selected
contemporaryPhilippine music. (MU10CMIIIaIIIe-5)

Objectives:1.Analyzethemusical selection of Ryan Cayabyab.

2.Improviseamusical sheet for a musical song of Ryan Cayabyab.
3.Identifythecompositions of Ryan Cayabyab.

Let’s Try
Directions:Readeachquestioncarefully. Write the letter of the correct answer on the space
provided before the number.

_____1. WhenwasRyanCayabyab born?

A. January4,1954 C. September 4, 1954
B. May4,1954 D. December 4, 1954

_____2. WhichofthefollowingisNOT a classical composition of Ryan Cayabyab?

A. FourPoemsforSopranoand Piano
B. Misa
C. SwanLake
D. Te Deum

_____3. Which ofthefollowingisNOT a composition of Ryan Cayabyab?

A. Ang AkingPag-ibig
B. Kay GandangAtingMusika
C. Limang DipangTao
D. Paraiso

_____4. Ryan Cayabyab compositional style makes much use of the following EXCEPT;
A. Chromatic harmony
B. Pentatonic Harmony
C. Extended chords
D. Syncopation

_____5. What do Ryan Cayabyab’s composition “Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika” is all about?
A. It tells how beautiful Filipino Music is.
B. It narrates his experience in the world of music.
C. It aims to promote patriotism by loving our own music.
D. All of the above

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 Let’s Explore and Discover

In the previous lesson you have learned about many Filipino

composers who are considered as the greatest composers in Unlocking of
country as they shaped the music from the classic to Difficulties
contemporary world. One of these contemporary
Filipino composers is Ryan Cayabyab. He is one of the most •Performing Arts
refers to kind of arts
famous composers as he is still visible and continue to create
music to the Filipino singers. an perfromed in
audience like dance,
In this lesson, you will learn more about Ryan theater, and music.
Cayabyab as you explore and experience his music along •Musical Director is
your interaction with this CLAS. is
person the
forreponsible
Ryan Cayabyab was born on May 4, 1954 in Manila. musicasl aspect of a
He obtained his Bachelor of Music degree at the University of perfromance,
the Philippines’ College of Music. After which, he became a organization. production,
or
faculty member for Composition at the same University. He
also served as the Executive and Artistic Director of the San
Miguel Foundation for the Performing Arts, which oversaw
the operations and programming of the San Miguel Philharmonic Orchestra and the San
Miguel Master Chorale. At present, he continues to be a much sought-after professor,
musical director, composer, arranger, and conductor in the Philippine concert and
recording scenes.

He became a popular contemporary composer

who also has classical compositions to his credit,
such as Misa, Four Poems for Soprano and Piano, and
Te Deum. His compositional style makes much use
of syncopation, extended chords, and chromatic
harmony. Among his numerous compositions are the
award-winning Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika (1978),
as well as the modern zarzuela Alikabok (2003), the
opera Spoliarium with libretto by Fides Cuyugan-
Asensio, and a variety of choral pieces and song
cycles. He also produced a number of recordings,
including the memorable album One, where he
personally sang the unaccompanied songs on
different tracks to produce 16 voices.

Other compositions includes Paraiso, Limang

Dipang Tao, Da Coconut Nut, Alikabok, Spoliarium,
Kumukuti-kutitap, Paano Na Kaya, Araw-Gabi,
Kailan, etc.
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(Source: Raul M. Sunico, et al., HORIZONS Music and Arts Appreciation for Young Filipinos,
Grade 10 Learners Material, Quezon City, Tawid Publications, 2015, 104-106.)

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Sample Musical Sheet of Ryan Cayabyab composition

(Source: Kay Ganda ng Ating Musica Musical Sheet, 1977,

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Do you know other song composed by Ryan

Cayabyab? Are you familiar with his
compositions?

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 Let’s Practice
Beautyand theBeat.
:
DirectionsRead/listen and undertand the lyrics of the song. If you can and have time
you may listen to it thru this link, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6MixeXSX5g.
After doing the activity, answer the questions in the box.

What is the song all

KAY GANDA NGATINGMUSIKA(1978) about?
Composed by: Ryan Cayabyab Be proud of our own
music.
Magmula no'ngako'ynatutongumawit
The beauty of the
Naging makulayangakingmuntingdaigdig Philippine Music
Tila ilogpalaangpaghimig Characteristics of the
Kung malalim,damdami'ypag-ibig OPM.
Kung umapaw,angkaluluwa'ttinig
The bad side of OPM.
Ay sadyangnanginginig.
Beautiful scenery in the
Magmula no'ngako'ynatutongumawit
Philippines.
Bawat sandali'yakingpilitmabatid
Ang himignamaituturingatin
Mapupuri pagka't bukod-tangi Describe the music.
Di maramiangdi-magsasabing (Refer to the musical sheet
Heto na't inyong dinggin on page 3. In addition, you
Kay ganda ng ating musika may check two or more
Kay ganda ng ating musika boxes if you notice the
Ito ay atin, sariling atin presence of types of
At sahabangbuhayawitinnatin elements.)
Kay ganda ng ating musika
Kay ganda ng ating musika TEMPO
Ito ay atin Slow
Sariling atin Moderately slow
Magmula no'ngako'ynatutongumawit Fast
Nagkabuhay muli ang aking paligid DYNAMICS
Ngayong batidkonaangumibig Soft
Sa sarilingtugtugtinohimig Loud
Sa isang makata'ymaririnig TEXTURE
Mga titik,nagsasabing… Monophonic
Polyphonic
Hompophonic

What do you feel upon listening/reading to the song?

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 Let’s Do More
Go in Different Sheet. Directions: Recreate the musical sheet by altering the note and rests of
“Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika” using the given different improvise things corresponds the given
note. Write your answer on the empty staff below.

Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika (An Excerpt Musical Sheet)

LEGENDS:

How did you find the activity?

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 Let’s Sum It Up
BIOCOMPLETO!
Directions: Complete the paragraph below by supplying the missing information.

Ryan Cayabyab was born on (1)_____________________ in Manila. He obtained his

Bachelor of Music degree at the (2)_________________________________. After which, he
became a faculty member for Composition at the same University. He also served as the
(3)___________________________ of the San Miguel Foundation for the Performing Arts, which
oversaw the operations and programming of the San Miguel Philharmonic Orchestra and
the San Miguel Master Chorale. At present, he continues to be a much sought-after
professor, musical director, composer, arranger, and conductor in the Philippine concert
and recording scenes. Among his numerous compositions are the award-winning
(4)____________________________, as well as the modern zarzuela (5)__________________.

Let’s Assess
Directions: Read each question carefully. Write the letter of the correct answer on the space
provided before the number.
_____1. When was Ryan Cayabyab born?
A. January 4, 1954 C. September 4, 1954
B. May 4, 1954 D. December 4, 1954

_____2. Which of the following is NOT a composition of Ryan Cayabyab?

A. Ang Aking Pag-ibig
B. Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika
C. Limang Dipang Tao
D. Paraiso

_____3. Which of the following is NOT a classical composition of Ryan Cayabyab?

A. Four Poems for Soprano and Piano
B. Misa
C. Swan Lake
D. Te Deum

_____5. What do Ryan Cayabyab’s composition “Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika” is all about?
A. It tells how beautiful Filipino Music is.
B. It narrates his experience in the world of music.
C. It aims to promote patriotism by loving our own music.
D. All of the above

_____4. Ryan Cayabyab compositional style makes much use of the following EXCEPT;
A. Chromatic harmony
B. Pentatonic Harmony
C. Extended chords
D. Syncopation

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 Lesson 1
Contemporary Philippine Music:
MuSikat (Performance)

MELC: The learners…

1. Performs selections of contemporary music; (MU10CMIIIaIIIb-h-5)
2. Evaluates music and music performances using guided rubrics.
(MU10CMIIIaIIIh-8)

Objectives:1.Sing a Philippine contemporary song.

2.Evaluates musical performances of Philippine contemporary song.
3.Identify the Philippine contemporary.

Let’s Try
Directions: Read each question carefully. Write the letter of the correct answer on the space
provided before the number.

_____1. Which of the following is a traditional composer?

A. Jerry Dadap C. Antonio Molina
B. Lucresia Kasilag D. Santiago Suarez

_____2. Which of the following is a group of composers which were considered as

experimental composer?
A. Lullabye Composers
B. New Composers
C. Song Composers
D. Traditional Composers

_____3. Who is the composer of “Ngayon at Kailanman”?

A. Nicanor Abelardo
B. Jonas Baes
C. George Canseco
D. Ryan Cayabyab

_____4. The following are new composers, EXCEPT;

A. Jonas Baes
B. Jerry Dapdap
C. Jose Maceda
D. Lucio San Pedro

_____5. Which of the following is TRUE about the compositions of Song Composers?
A. Their compositions were unpopular.
B. Their compositions were purely for orchestra.
C. Their compositions were used indigenous rhythms.
D. Their compositions were used as a movie theme song.

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 Let’s Explore and Discover
In the previous lesson you have learned the music of
Ryan Cayabyab where you analyzed its musical Unlocking of
characteristics and even create improvisation in one of his Difficulties
hits“Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika”. Those activities will be a
great help for you in taking this next Contextualized • Musical Rehearsal
Learning Activity Sheets (CLAS). means to practice in
order to perfect the
In this lesson, you will be given a chance to explore given musical piece
again the Philippine contemporary music by listening,
performing, and evaluating a given performance of Philippine Criteria is a term
•
Contemporary music. It will help you to solidify your used referring to the
understanding by experiencing the Philippine Contemporary basis on how a given
music. But before that, let us go back to the compositions of performance is
our great Filipino Contemporary composers. rated.

20th Traditional Composers

These are few of the great composers excelled in the Philippine Contemporary Music.
By scrutinizing their works, we will see how they integrated the influences of Spanish and
American music in Philippine music and these moved by these composers served as one of
the backbones of contemporary music in the Philippines.

Composers Compositions
1. Antonio Molina Hatinggabi, Misa Antoniana, Grand Festival Mass, Ang
Batingaw, Kundiman-Kundangan, String Quartet, Kung sa
Iyong Gunita, Pandangguhan
2. Nicanor Abelardo Nasaan Ka Irog, Bituing Marikit, Mutya ng Pasog, Paskong
Anong Saya, Cavatina, Kundiman ng Luha, Magbalik Ka
Hirang.
3. Alfredo Maria Makiling, Diegoi Silang, Ang Ating Watatwat, Pasko ng
Buenaventura Barangay, Dakilang Lahi, Gomburza: Rizal, the Great
Malayan Antagonist.
4. Lucio San Pedro Sa Ugoy ng Duyan, Suite Pastorale, Lahing Kayumanggi.
Misa, Four Poems for Soprano and Piano, Te Deum, Kay
5. Ryan Cayabyab
Ganda ng Ating Musika, Limang Dipang Tao, Da Coconut
Nut, Alikabok, Spoliarium, Kumukuti-kutitap

New Music Composers

They are tagged as New Music Composers as they created music by experiment.
They retained the Filipino spirit by incorporating traditional music forms as well as
indigenous rhythms and instruments in their compositions.

Composers Compositions
1. Jose M. Maceda Ugma-Ugma; Agungan ; Pagsamba;Ugnayan; Udlot-Udlot
Toccata for Percucssion andWinds; The Legend of the
2. Lucrecia Kasilag
Sarimanok; Divertissement and Concertante; Dularawan
DingDing nga Diyawa; Nabasag na Banga at Iba’t-iba
3. Ramon Santos pang Pinag-ugpong-ugpong na Pananalitasa Wikang
Pilipino para sa labing anim na tinig, and L’BAD
The Passionate and the Wild; Mangamuyo I) and
4. Jerry Dadap Mangamuyo II; The Redemption; Five Little Fingers; Tubig
ng Buhay; Dakilang Pagpapatawad; Andres Bonifacio,

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 Ang Dakilang Anak Pawis; Ang Pag-ibig ng Diyos; Balitaw
Nos. 1-7; Lam-ang Epic; Lorenzo Ruiz; Chorale Symphonic
Ode Nos. 1 and 2; Aniway at Tomaneg; Song Cycle, Nos. 1-4;
Choral Cycle Nos. 1-3; Diyos Ama ay Purihin; Lam- ang Epic;
Mangamuyo I and II; Five Little Fingers; Tubig ng Buhay; The
Redemption.
WALA (Nothingness); DALUY (flow); IBOIBON
5. Jonas Baes (Birdwoman); SALAYSAY; PATANGIS-BUWAYA ;
PANTAWAG ;BASBASAN (Blessing).

Song Composers
The 20th century Filipino song composers/lyricists gained so much attention in music scene in
the country as they produced a memorable output of traditional Filipino love songs, music for
the movies, and materials for contemporary arrangements and concert repertoire.

Composers Compositions
Ang Pipit; Sa Ugoy ng Duyan; Misa de Gallo;
6. Levi Celerio Itik-itik (folk song); Tinikling (folk song); and Ang Pasko ay
Sumapit.
Ligaya Ko, Pandanggo ni Neneng, Dungawin Mo Hirang,
Bakya Mo Neneng, Caprichosa, Sa Libis ng Nayon, Harana,
7. Santiago Suarez Kataka-taka, Labandera Ko, Lakambini, Kamia, Ikaw ang
Buhay Ko!, Kay Lungkot Nitong Hating-Gabi, Mutya Niyaring
Puso
Nahan, Kahit na Magtiis, Diligin Mo ng Hamog ang Uhaw na
8. Ernani Cuenco Lupa, Pilipinas, Inang Bayan, Isang Dalangin, Kalesa,
Gaano Ko Ikaw Kamahal, Bato sa Buhangin.
Ikaw, Kailangan Kita, Dito Ba, Hiram, Langis at Tubig,
Hanggang sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan, Sinasamba Kita,
Kastilyong Buhangin, Minsan pa nating hagkan ang
9. George Canseco Nakaraan, Ngayon at Kailanman, Saan Darating ang
Umaga, Sana Bukas Pa ang Kahapon, Dear Heart, Gaano
Kadalas ang Minsan
Dahil sa Isang Bulaklak, Hindi Kita Malimot, Aling Kutsero,
Ay Anong Saklap, Basta’t Mahal Kita, Diyos lamang ang
10. Leopoldo R. nakakaalam, Hindi ko Malilimutan, Lagi kitang Naaalala,
Silos Sr. Langit at Lupa, Halina Halina, Lihim na Pag-ibig, Mundo
Ma’y Mawala

(Source: Raul M. Sunico, et al., HORIZONS Music and Arts Appreciation for Young Filipinos,
Grade 10 Learners Materials, Quezon City, Tawid Publications, 2015, 92-144)

Among the musical compositions above, what

song/s is/are your favorite?

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 Ang Dakilang Anak Pawis; Ang Pag-ibig ng Diyos; Balitaw
Nos. 1-7; Lam-ang Epic; Lorenzo Ruiz; Chorale Symphonic
Ode Nos. 1 and 2; Aniway at Tomaneg; Song Cycle, Nos. 1-4;
Choral Cycle Nos. 1-3; Diyos Ama ay Purihin; Lam- ang Epic;
Mangamuyo I and II; Five Little Fingers; Tubig ng Buhay; The
Redemption.
WALA (Nothingness); DALUY (flow); IBOIBON
5. Jonas Baes (Birdwoman); SALAYSAY; PATANGIS-BUWAYA ;
PANTAWAG ;BASBASAN (Blessing).

Song Composers
The 20th century Filipino song composers/lyricists gained so much attention in music scene in
the country as they produced a memorable output of traditional Filipino love songs, music for
the movies, and materials for contemporary arrangements and concert repertoire.

Composers Compositions
Ang Pipit; Sa Ugoy ng Duyan; Misa de Gallo;
6. Levi Celerio Itik-itik (folk song); Tinikling (folk song); and Ang Pasko ay
Sumapit.
Ligaya Ko, Pandanggo ni Neneng, Dungawin Mo Hirang,
Bakya Mo Neneng, Caprichosa, Sa Libis ng Nayon, Harana,
7. Santiago Suarez Kataka-taka, Labandera Ko, Lakambini, Kamia, Ikaw ang
Buhay Ko!, Kay Lungkot Nitong Hating-Gabi, Mutya Niyaring
Puso
Nahan, Kahit na Magtiis, Diligin Mo ng Hamog ang Uhaw na
8. Ernani Cuenco Lupa, Pilipinas, Inang Bayan, Isang Dalangin, Kalesa,
Gaano Ko Ikaw Kamahal, Bato sa Buhangin.
Ikaw, Kailangan Kita, Dito Ba, Hiram, Langis at Tubig,
Hanggang sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan, Sinasamba Kita,
Kastilyong Buhangin, Minsan pa nating hagkan ang
9. George Canseco Nakaraan, Ngayon at Kailanman, Saan Darating ang
Umaga, Sana Bukas Pa ang Kahapon, Dear Heart, Gaano
Kadalas ang Minsan
Dahil sa Isang Bulaklak, Hindi Kita Malimot, Aling Kutsero,
Ay Anong Saklap, Basta’t Mahal Kita, Diyos lamang ang
10. Leopoldo R. nakakaalam, Hindi ko Malilimutan, Lagi kitang Naaalala,
Silos Sr. Langit at Lupa, Halina Halina, Lihim na Pag-ibig, Mundo
Ma’y Mawala

(Source: Raul M. Sunico, et al., HORIZONS Music and Arts Appreciation for Young Filipinos,
Grade 10 Learners Materials, Quezon City, Tawid Publications, 2015, 92-144)

Among the musical compositions above, what

song/s is/are your favorite?

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 Let’s Practice

I am a Singer
Instructions:
1. Among the compositions above, choose one that you like to sing.
2. After you choosing, rehearse or practice the song.
• familiarize the tune of the song;
• familiarize the timing;
• understand the lyrics; and
• try to internalize the emotion that the song is evoking.
3. Then, film or record yourself while singing/performing the song.
4. After recording, show your video to one of your family members and have his/her
rate you, using the criteria and score sheet below.

Criteria for your Judging your Performance

Mastery of the Song-35%

You should be able to master the tune and the timing of the song.
Interpretation – 35%
You should be able to interpret the song with proper emotion, hand
gestures, facial expression.
Diction – 20%
You should be able to deliver the song with clarity (words are very audible
and proper pronunciation)
Total Impact – 10%
You should be able to create an impact to your listener/audience.

Name of Performer:
Mastery of the Song-35% Interpretation – 35% Diction – 20% Total Impact – 10%

TOTAL SCORE
(TS=Mastery+Interpretation =____________________; Remarks: ______________________
+Diction+Total Impact/4)
REMARKS: Signed by:
91-100 = Excellent Singer _________________________________________
81-90 = Very Good Singer Family Member’s Name
71-80 = Good Singer Relationship to the Performer: ____________

5. Wait foryour teacher’s advise on when and how to submit your output.

Job well done!

What can you say about the score you got?

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 Let’s Do More
My Performance, My verdict.
Instructions:
1. Have your recorded performance with you.
2. Evaluate your performance by playing it again.
3. Use the self-evaluation form below in your performance.

I am a Singer! TOTAL SCORE

A Self-Evaluation Form ______________
SongTitle: ______________________
(Your musical piece performed) (Write your score here)
_

CRITERIA VERY GOOD (5) GOOD (4) FAIR (3) POOR (2)
My performance My performance My performance My performance
clearly shown the shown the shown that I got shown that I
perfect pitch, free almost perfect off-key almost got off-
MASTERY OF THE from flats and pitch, free from sometimes; I also key in the entire
SONG sharps; it was done flats and observed song; I cannot go
also with perfect sharps; it was difficulty in with the correct
timing. done also with timing. timing also. I was
perfect timing.
I was able to I was able to able to
I was able to
interpret the interpret the
interpret the song interpret the
song satisfactory song poorly as I
excellently as I song very
as I manifested hardly used
manifested perfect satisfactory as I
awful perfect proper body
body languages, manifested
body languages languages, and I
INTERPRETATION and applied almost perfect
did not show any
appropriate body languages, sometimes, and I
emotion of the song and applied also applied good emotion of the
appropriate enough emotion song
emotion of the of the song
I noticed that all
song
the words were
I noticed that all I noticed that I noticed that all
sometimes
the words were all the words
unclearly heared, the words were
clearly heared and were sometimes not clearly
and the words
words were also unclearly heared, and
DICTION were also
perfectly heared, but the most of the
sometimes
pronounced. words were also words were also
mispronounced
perfectly mispronounced
pronounced My performance
did not have any
My performance is My performance My performance impact.
moving. I can say was a little bit was good
this is the best moving. I can enough. I know I
TOTALIMPACT performance I ever say this is the can do better
had in my life. one of the best performance
performances I than this.
ever had in my
life.
Suggestion for improvement:
________________________________ ______________________ _____________________
____ Parent’s Signature Your Signature
________________________________
____

Congratulations!
Do you consider yourself as good singer? Why?
Or Why Not?

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 Let’s Sum It Up
BIOCOMPLETO!
Directions: Complete the table below by identifying the Filipino Contemporary composers.
The Philippine Contemporary Composers
Traditional Composers New Composer (Experimenta) Song Composers
1. 1. 1.
2. 2. 2.
3. 3.
3.
4. 4.
4.
5. 5.
5.

Let’s Assess
Directions: Read each question carefully. Write the letter of the correct answer on the space
provided before the number.
_____1. Who is the composer of “Ngayon at Kailanman”?
A. Nicanor Abelardo
B. Jonas Baes
C. George Canseco
D. Ryan Cayabyab

_____2. Which of the following is a traditional composer?

A. Jerry Dadap C. Antonio Molina
B. Lucresia Kasilag D. Santiago Suarez
_____3. The following are new composers, EXCEPT;
A. Jonas Baes
B. Jerry Dapdap
C. Jose Maceda
D. Lucio San Pedro

_____4. Which of the following is a group of composers which were considered as

experimental composer?
A. Lullabye Composers
B. New Composers
C. Song Composers
D. Traditional Composers

_____5. Which of the following is TRUE about the compositions of Song Composers?
A. Their compositions were unpopular.
B. Their compositions were purely for orchestra.
C. Their compositions were used indigenous rhythms.
D. Their compositions were used as a movie theme song.