ACTIVITY 1: BAWAL JUDGEMENTAL: PHILIPPINE ARTIST EDITION

Question 1: This architect was awarded posthumously as a National Artist for Architecture in 1976. One of his major works was establishing the Far Eastern University administrative and science building. Who is he?

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Answer explanation

Former president Ferdinand Marcos granted him the rank and title of National Artist

for Architecture in 1976. People considered him a master of modern architecture,

and he was a key figure in the Filipino modernism movement.

Question 2: Restie Umali, Romulo Pargan, and Alfred Vitangcol, as well as the National Artists Lucio San Pedro and Felipe Padilla de Leon, were all students of this National Artist for Music. Who is he?

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Answer explanation

In 1988, Antonino Buenaventura received the designation of National Artist for

Music. His compositions include Suite No. 1, Parangal, Sea Shell, and Ako'y Nangarap.

Question 3: His/Her most famous work is the exquisite design of Istana Nurul Iman, the

official palace residence of the Sultan of Brunei. In the Philippines, his most famous

works are featured in the Cultural Center of the Philippines, Folk Arts Theater,

Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Philippine Center for

International Trade and Exhibition (PHILCITE), and Sofitel Philippine Plaza. Who is

S/he?

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Answer explanation

He was the third Philippine National Artist for Architecture in 1990, after Juan Nakpil

(1973) and Pablo Antonio (1976). His modern, Western art style is a beautiful way to

show how he sees architectural elements like lattice and curved lines.

Question 4: One of her most significant contributions to the country was the

founding of the Filipinescas Dance Company, which performed folk dances around

the Philippines. Who is she?

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Answer explanation

She was awarded the National Artist for Dance in 1976. In the process of creating

her choreographies, she began experimenting. Using these techniques, she

established her reputation in dance and produced several distinctive and original

choreographies. In 1939, she produced “Circling the Globe,” followed by “Dance

Panorama.” Her best works include “Javanese Garden,” “Return to Native,” “Vinta!,”

and “Nilo Dance Suite.”

Question 5: Who founded the Filipiniana Dance Group?

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Answer explanation

She was named the first National Artist for Dance in 1935. Bayanihan Dance Group

performed a variety of Filipino folk dances all over the country and in other

countries.

Question 6: One of his famous works is the ”Da Coconut Nut” song. Who is s/he?

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Answer explanation

In 2018, he was named National Artist for Music for his contributions to Filipino

music. His other musical works include “Kay Ganda Ng Ating Musika,” “Nais Ko,”

“Paraiso,” “Kahit Ika’y Panaginip Lang,” “Kailan,” and “Tuwing Umuulan at Kapiling

Ka.”

Question 7: S/he incorporated Western music with Philippine ethnic music. Who is

s/he?

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Answer explanation

She was designated a National Artist for Music in 1989. She was the music director

of the Bayanihan Philippine Dance Company, which performed folk dances

worldwide. One of her major works is the “Legend of the Sarimanok.”

Question 8: She was dubbed the “Queen of Kundiman.” Who is she?

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Answer explanation

She was named a National Artist for Theater and Music in 1987 at age 85. Kundiman

and sarswela encapsulate the Filipino spirit best. She released and popularized

some of her musical works, such as ”Pakiusap,” ”Ay, Ay Kalisud,” and ”Kung Iibig Ka,”

as a result of her love for kundiman. She aimed to represent the Filipino people and

their tribulations, dreams, and aspirations through these works.

Question 9: He was renowned for his inventive use of natural resources, like using

a simple leaf to make music. Who is he?

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Answer explanation

He was conferred the title of National Artist for Literature and Music in 1997. He is

thought to have written over 4,000 musical works. He wrote the lyrics to "Ang Pasko

ay Sumapit.” His other famous pieces include ”Sa Ugoy ng Duyan,” ”Dahil sa

Bulaklak,” ”Saan Ka Man Naroroon,” ”Ang Pipit,” and ”Kalesa.”

Question 10: She founded the Teatrong Mulat ng Pilipinas. Who is she?

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Answer explanation

She became a National Artist for Theater in 2018. She is considered the “Grand

Dame of Southeast Asian Children’s Theater.” She achieved an indigenous fusion of

puppetry, children’s literature, folklore, and theater and created an interactive and

immersive theater experience that resonates with children and adults alike.