CONTEMPORARY PHILIPPINE MUSIC

Who said “Contemporary music in the Philippines refers to compositions that have adopted ideas and elements from 20th century art music in the west, as well as the latest trends and musical styles in the entertainment industry.”

He is considered as the “Father of Kundiman”

He finished his music specialization at the American Conservatory of Music in Chicago where he obtained his Doctorate Degree in 1924.

He studied music at the Chicago Music College and was

influenced by the musical styles of the Serialist/Second

Viennese School and Post-Romantic European composers.

He is the first National Artist for Music.

He began his music career as an orchestral soloist at the Manila Grand Opera House.

Antonio Molina received the National Artist for Music award in what year?

He was born on February 11, 1913 in Angono, Rizal. Since his elementary days, he started composing.

He studied the banjo which inspired him to become a serious musician.

Lucio San Pedro became a professor of theory and composition at the University of the Philippines’ College of Music up until his retirement in what year?

Known as Mr. C, is a popular contemporary composer who also has classical compositions to his credit, such as “Misa” and “Misa 2000”, “Four Poems for Soprano and Piano”, and “Te Deum”

What is the most popular and loved work of LUCIO SAN PEDRO?

He is the “Father of Philippine Impressionist Music”