CORDILLERA

OBJECTIVE
The learner…

• identifies the musical characteristics of representative selections of Cordillera,

Mindoro, Palawan and of the Visayas after listening. (MU7LV-IIa-f-1)

• analyses the musical elements of some vocal and instrumental selections

from Cordillera, Mindoro, Palawan and of the Visayas after listening. (MU7LV-
IIa-f-2)

• explains the distinguishing characteristics of representative music from

Cordillera, Mindoro, Palawan and of the Visayas in relation to its culture and
geography. (MU7LV-IIb-f-3)
 Bamboo Organ

• Unique musical instrument in Las Piñas, Philippines.

• One of the oldest and most well-preserved bamboo pipe
organs in the world.
• Made mostly from bamboo with metal reeds and pipes.
• Produces melodious music.
 Rondalla

• raditional Filipino music ensemble.

• Composed of string instruments like bandurria, octavina, laúd,
guitar, and bass guitar.
• Performs Filipino folk and traditional music.
• Commonly seen at cultural festivals and events.
 Pangkat Kawayan

• Musical ensemble from the Philippines.

• Uses bamboo instruments, creating rhythmic sounds.
• Performs traditional Filipino music and folk songs.
 Musikong Bumbong

• A Filipino musical tradition.

• Features bamboo instruments, such as the bumbong.
• Played like a xylophone.
• Heard during celebrations and festivals.
 Angklung Ensemble

• Traditional Indonesian musical ensemble.

• Uses angklung, bamboo tubes suspended in a frame.
• Shaken to produce a warm and resonant sound.
• Popular in Indonesian culture, often heard during ceremonies
and cultural events.
CORDILLERA
Cordillera Administrative Region
 Geographical Background:
• Location:
The Cordillera region is
situated in the northern
part of Luzon, the
largest island in the
Philippines.
 Geographical Background:
• Mountainous
Terrain:
The Cordillera is known for
its rugged and
mountainous terrain. It
features several mountain
ranges, including the
Cordillera Central, which is
the highest mountain
range in the Philippines.
 Geographical Background:
• Natural Beauty:
The region is renowned for
its breathtaking
landscapes, including
terraced rice fields, dense
forests, and numerous
rivers and waterfalls. It is
often referred to as the
"Summer Capital of the
Philippines" due to its cool
climate.
 Cultural Background:
• Indigenous Peoples: The
Cordillera region is home to
several indigenous cultural
communities. These
indigenous groups include
the Igorots (comprising
various tribes such as the
Ifugao, Kalinga, Bontoc, and
more) and the Isnag of
Apayao. Each group has its
distinct culture, traditions,
and languages.
 Cultural Background:
• Cultural Diversity:
The region's cultural
diversity is reflected in
its various festivals,
rituals, and practices.
Notable among these is
the Ifugao's world-
famous rice terraces, a
UNESCO World Heritage
Site.
 Cultural Background:
• Traditional Practices:
Indigenous peoples in the
Cordillera are known for
their unique customs, such
as rice terracing,
traditional weaving,
intricate woodcarving, and
complex rituals. Many of
these practices have been
passed down through
generations.
 Historical Background:
• Spanish Influence: Like
other parts of the
Philippines, the Cordillera
region was under Spanish
colonial rule for centuries.
However, the mountainous
terrain and the fierce
resistance of indigenous
peoples made it
challenging for the Spanish
to fully conquer the region.
 Historical Background:
• American Period: The
Cordillera region was
eventually incorporated
into the Philippines when
the United States acquired
the islands from Spain in
the late 19th century. The
Americans continued
efforts to pacify and
govern the indigenous
peoples.
 Historical Background:
• Autonomy and Struggles:
Over the years, the
indigenous communities
of the Cordillera region
have sought autonomy
and protection of their
cultural heritage. They
have faced challenges
related to land rights,
environmental issues, and
cultural preservation.
 Historical Background:
• Autonomous Region: In
recent history, there have
been movements advocating
for the creation of the
Cordillera Autonomous
Region. While these efforts
have faced challenges, they
represent the desire of the
indigenous peoples to have
more control over their
affairs and preserve their
unique cultural heritage.
 How does the cultural background of
the Cordillera affect their music type?
Is their geographical setting have
something to do with the music?
Vocal and Instrumental
Music of the Cordillera
Region in the Philippines
 Vocal Music:
• Performance Practice: Vocal music in the Cordillera
region is often characterized by group singing and
chanting. It is performed in various social and cultural
contexts, including rituals, celebrations, and
gatherings. Singing is an integral part of Cordilleran
culture, and it is often accompanied by dances and
other forms of expression.
 Vocal Music:
• Representative Songs/Genre: Some representative songs and
genres of Cordilleran vocal music include:\
 Salidummay: Salidummay is a traditional Cordilleran love song. It reflects
the deep emotions and courtship rituals of the indigenous peoples. It is
often accompanied by traditional instruments like gangsa (gongs).
 Oggayam: Oggayam is a genre of songs that express the daily life,
struggles, and aspirations of the Cordilleran people. These songs reflect
their connection to nature and their cultural identity.
 Ba-Diw: Ba-Diw is a genre of songs that convey stories and legends from
Cordilleran folklore. These songs are used to narrate myths, legends, and
tales of heroes and heroines from the region's history.
 Instrumental Music:
• Gangsa Ensemble: The gangsa
ensemble is a traditional
instrumental ensemble in the
Cordillera region. It consists of
various sizes of gangsa, which
are metal gongs. These gongs
are played using wooden
beaters. The gangsa ensemble
creates rich, rhythmic, and
melodic sounds that accompany
various cultural events and
rituals.
 Instrumental Music:
• Bamboo Solo/Ensemble:
Bamboo instruments are an
integral part of Cordilleran
instrumental music. Musicians
create bamboo instruments, such
as the tongatong and solibao,
which produce unique and
resonant sounds. These
instruments are played both solo
and in ensembles, providing a
distinct auditory experience.
What are the importance of
music in our culture and
history?
 Assignment
• Paste some pictures of different musical instruments
from Mindoro and Palawan.