In celebration of Filipino American History Month, the Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with the Manhattan School of Music and the Cultural Center of the Philippines, proudly presents the first-ever "Kundiman Seminar-Workshop" in the U.S. Northeast. Discover the timeless artistry of the Filipino kundiman through free expert-led sessions on its history, techniques, and performance.
Date:
DAY 1:
Monday, 21 October 2024
Morning Session: 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Afternoon Session: 1:30 PM - 5:15 PM
DAY 2:
Tuesday, 22 October 2024
Morning Session: 8:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Afternoon Session: 1:15 AM - 5:00 PM
Venue:
Miller Hall, Manhattan School of Music | 30 Claremont Ave., New York, New York 10027
Resource Persons and Exemplars:
1. Dr. Eugene de los Santos - Orchestra Director, Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra; Faculty Member - University of Santo Tomas and St. Paul University Manila
2. Asst. Prof. Elisanta Cortes - Faculty Member - University of Santo Tomas
3. Mr. Joshua Angelo F. Mondares - Research Associate, Musika Pilipinas
Background:
Kundiman, the traditional Filipino art song, is a refined expression of love deeply ingrained in the cultural and historical heritage of the Philippines. Unlike typical music genres, kundiman represents an intricate and poignant art form that resonates with the emotional and patriotic sentiments of the Filipino people.
This seminar-workshop seeks to introduce participants to the rich history of kundiman, its performance techniques, and its relevance in contemporary music, providing a valuable opportunity for professional development and scholarly pursuit. It will feature distinguished musicians, exemplars, and practitioners of kundiman from the Philippines. This is an excellent opportunity for you to gain a deeper understanding of this captivating art form and to engage with experts in the field.
This seminar-workshop is offered free of charge. Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance upon completing the two-day seminar-workshop. Registration is open until Wednesday, 16 October 2024. An email with the full details of the seminar-workshop will be sent to confirmed participants.
For the Course Information/Syllabus, please refer to this link : https://tinyurl.com/KundimanSyllabus
Join us for the Kundiman Gala Concert on Wednesday, 23 October 2024, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, at the Manhattan School of Music. Sign up at https://tinyurl.com/KundimanGalaConcert2024.
For queries, please email us newyorkpcg.cultural@dfa.gov.ph.