Quiz on Music and the Philippine Triumvirate

What is the meaning of the word 'Kundiman'?

• A type of dance

• A musical instrument

• If it were not so

• A traditional festival

Who was the composer of the patriotic song 'Pilipinas Kong Mahal'?

• Ildefonso Santos

• Francisco S. Santiago

• Antonio Molina

• Nicanor Abelardo

In which year was Francisco S. Santiago born?

• 1984

• 1889

• 1893

• 1923

What genre did Nicanor Abelardo primarily compose?

• Jazz

• Classical

• Kundiman

• Zarzuela

Which song is known for its modulation from F minor to F major?

• Kundiman ng Luha

• Nasaan Ka Irog?

• Pahimakas

• Manilena

What was Antonio Molina's major in college?

• Piano

• Violin

• Violoncello

• Composition

Which of the following works is NOT attributed to Francisco S. Santiago?

• Madaling Araw

• Pakiusap

• Bituing Marikit

• Leron Leron Sinta

What was Nicanor Abelardo's first composition at age eight?

• Pilipinas Kong Mahal

• Kundiman ng Luha

• U.P. Beloved

• Ang Unang Buko

Which university did Francisco S. Santiago teach at?

• University of Santo Tomas

• Letran

• Centro Escolar University

• University of the Philippines

What year did Nicanor Abelardo win first prize for 'U.P. Beloved'?

• 1918

• 1916

• 1919

• 1917