The Manila Chamber Orchestra Foundation, in partnership with the Filipinas Heritage Library, opens its 2012 season this February with a concert series that celebrates not only music about love, but music that we truly love. MORE
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De Leon, Florante
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| Arranger: | Eddie Munji |
| Performer: | Kuh Ledesma |
| Album: | Ako ay Pilipino |
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| Key / Mode: | C |
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| Genre: | Songs of Appreciation / Praise / Tribute |
| Form: | Pop Ballad |
| Historical Period: | Contemporary |
| Date of Composition: | 1978 |
| Premiere Performance: | First sung by the composer |
| About the Song: | As suggested by the title, the song is a gift or a never-ending hymn of gratitude for the support of fans. It creates a bond between the singer and the listeners, with the artist making a final promise that even after death, the song will live on and pay homage to the people. (From the CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine Art, vol. 6, p. 237) |
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Walang Sugat (Not Wounded), a sarswela (a play with song and dance) in three acts, tells the story of two young lovers who are torn between their love for country and love for each other. MORE
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