Philippine Music: From Traditional to Contemporary

MUSIC
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Quarter 3 – Module:
Contemporary Philippine Music
Republic of the Philippines ● Department of Education
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Lesson
OVERVIEW: Traditional VS.
1 Contemporary Music
The Philippine Traditional Music Composers were inspired by classicism, romanticism, baroque music, and that of the traditional
western musical era. Learning about the various forms and genres of music during the post-romantic to the 20th Century makes one
reflect how talented and creative Filipino composers are.
Today, we will be talking about the origin of Traditional Music and the New Music of the Philippines that have embraced
ideas and elements from the twentieth century music from the west, as well as the latest trends and musical styles in the entertainment
industry.
Hello there, Music buddy! How are you? I hope you are fine!
Brace yourself and be amazed at the wonders of Philippine Contemporary Music. Are you
ready now? Let’s go!
What I Need to Know
In this lesson, the learners are expected to:

a. perform rhythmic beats from indigenous instruments.
b. differentiate Traditional Music from Contemporary Music; and
c. develop an appreciation of the traditional and contemporary music influences of modern individuals.
What I Know
Double Choice Test | Direction: Write TM if the phrase/statement relates to Traditional Music and
CM if it relates to Contemporary Music. Write your answers on the space before each number.
_____1. Optimum performance technique
_____2. Emphasize on reading music
_____3. Focus on ear training
_____4. Provides tools needed to perform difficult, written-out music sheet
_____5. Classicism, Romanticism, Baroque Period
_____6. Plays their instrument with flawless method to create ideal sound
_____7. Jazz, Blues, Country and Rock
_____8. More popular and thus encourages more musicians
_____9. “No right way to play”
_____10. Prefers sight as primary guiding sense to create quality music
_____11. You are taught well on proper posture and methods of instrumental performance
_____12. Calvin uses varied improvisations to his musical piece
_____13. Possess deep understanding of Classical Music Theory
_____14. High focus to sound and be able recreate instantly
_____15. Erratic Performance opportunities
What’s In
After going through the music of other cultures and era, have you ever wondered how the Filipino Music originated? How
composers adapted music from the other world influences? In this lesson, we are to dig deeper as to where our traditional composers
root back their musical inspirations.
Notes to the Student

The 20th century brought significant changes to the arts and musical styles such as
rhythm, harmony, melody, and tone color. The utilization of two or more tonal centers and the
modern ways of composing melodies became prevalent. As music thrived, composers learned
the modern ways of composing new music.
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Post-romanticism refers to the period that emerged during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In this period, the emphasis
on the different elements of music was evident.
As we recall previous lessons, we are tasked to actively participate in a short activity in which we are to create rhythmic beats
from objects around your area.
Direction: For individual (self-paced learning), upload a video of yourself playing percussions inspired by either African or Latin
America making beats. For groups, (blended learning) within the vicinity, group yourselves into five (5) and create a short percussion
band performance. CRITERIA: Musicality (50%), Coordination (20%), Recording/Total Performance (30%) = 100%
VISUAL RECALL | Direction: Fill in the box. Identify whether the following instruments belongs to African Instrument or Latin
American Instrument.
1.) 2.)
3.) 4.)
What’s New
LIST IT DOWN! | Direction: In a separate sheet of paper, write as many words possible as to describe Traditional (Old ways) and in
another sheet, also describe the Contemporary ways. Let us connect real life scenarios in the community with that in the field of
Music.
Are there any connections?
TRADITIONAL (OLD WAYS) - CONTEMPORARY (NEW WAYS)
Tuob, tandok, sagbot-sagbot CT-Scan, Advance medicine, etc.
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What is It
The 20th century music of the Philippines primarily revolves around cultural influences from the West, especially due to the
Spanish and American rule for over three centuries. When the Americans came, they brought the blues, folk, R&B, and rock and roll.
They also made music a part of the educational curriculum. This developed the musical skills of the Filipinos who used this skill to
imitate Western music and to create local versions of Western music.
With this, songs became a hybrid of other forms of music that were then popular such as the kundiman. Nevertheless, the
influence of the Americans in Filipino music proved to be evident during the 1960s (during the popularity of the Beatles) and 1970s
(disco fever) (Anupol, 2007).
Before coming up with Philippine Music, we need to understand the differences between the traditional (Western Classicism,
etc.) and the contemporary forms of music.
TRADITIONAL MUSIC
Traditional Music composers of the Philippines were influenced mostly by western classicism; they followed the traditional
standard as to technique, Music theory, performances, and repertoire. As mentioned by the John Gotsis of Vibe Music Academy, below
are the characteristics of traditional music composition.
✓ Emphasis on Reading Music

- As classicism gives high regard to reading music, traditional musicians are expected, when perfected, to read whatever
pieces they are given.
✓ Established Traditional Techniques
- The approach founded by traditional composers is an optimum performance technique to be used in an instrument.
Meaning, there is the right way to play a specific musical instrument. Say, there is a right way to strum a guitar, the right
way to manipulate piano keys, a right way to hold drumsticks in a traditional grip and there’s a wrong way. Quality
sound is attained by the best technique.
✓ Equipped Music Theory
- Known classically trained Philippine Musicians recognize this Music Theory better. They analyze notes, standard rules
and therefore can scrutinize sheet music accurately.
✓ Erratic Performance Opportunities
- The scope of classical performances nowadays is erratic (irregular) than that of contemporary musicians. However, the
skill developed by traditional composers lends itself to contemporary performances.
✓ Engaged into Standard repertoire
- Traditional Composers focus heavily on classical performances. Professional composers are expected to play difficult
pieces memorized as what has been written into sheet music.
Filipino composers have managed to retain some traditional elements in their assimilation of Western techniques. In fact,
they have been the strongest foundations of what we now know as Philippine Music.
Some traditional works include Nicanor Abelardo’s Cinderella Overture, Violin Sonata; Hilarion Rubio’s Florante at Laura
(Overture), Ang Konsyerto (Ballet) and other renowned pieces.
ALWAYS REMEMBER!
The perfect traditional/classical musicians:
✓ have incredible reading skills;
✓ be able to play their instrument with a flawless method, giving them the ideal Classical
sound;
✓ possess a deep knowledge of Classical music theory and use it to interpret the notes they
read on the page; and
✓ understand and appreciate Classical music and repertoire,
and have the tools needed to perform difficult, written-out music.
CONTEMPORARY MUSIC
The influence of traditional music did not stop as contemporary music emerged. Instead, this came as an avenue to dynamic
creativity and progressivism in music. In contrast to the Traditional Music, listed below are some of the characteristics of the new
music: (c.f. Vibe Music Academy)
✓ Primary focus on Ear Training

- Compared to that sight-reading on the traditional, contemporary music prefers more on auditory senses. Usually,
professional contemporary musicians pride themselves on being able to hear music for the first time and play along with
it the second time. Hearing matters most.
✓ Progressive Techniques
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- Contemporary music has its way of saying “proper techniques.” There is no “right way” of holding a specific instrument.
As long as it relays quality musical elements, then it can be accepted. Meaning, good music, whether sheet music or not
can be done in varied techniques.
✓ Pondering Music Theory as Framework to performance
- Since contemporary musicians rely strongly on improvisation in their playing, they use, but not limit, music theory to
guide their performance.
✓ Popularity in performance
- New Music (contemporary) is defined generally more popular than that of traditional music—which means—that there
are more performance opportunities for contemporary musicians, and, by number, contemporary musicians are rapidly
multiplying than that of the traditional musicians.
✓ Plays “on-the-fly” repertoire
- Jazz, Blues, country, and rock bands performs their go-to (on-the-fly) learned collection of songs. It is important to be
familiarized with the melodic flow to amaze the audience with their improvisations.
ALWAYS REMEMBER!
The perfect contemporary musicians:

✓ be able to play quickly anything they hear;
✓ have a high focus to sound and be able to make the specific sound they are trying to
reach;
✓ establish music theory in a way that will help them fit into the musical context they are
playing in; and
✓ understand and appreciate Contemporary music and repertoire, and have the tools
required to grow in a big variety of musical settings.
With these being presented, you are now able to identify differences between traditional and contemporary musical
characteristics, which will be vital for the next lessons. Are you ready?
What’s More
Rebuild the Musician in You! | Direction: Imagine yourself to be the avatar below. What characteristics of traditional and
contemporary music would you like to acquire?
Traditional/Classical New/Contemporary
Music Music
Characteristics Characteristics
(choose between the (choose between the
5 E’s) 5 P’s)
1. Have you thought of becoming a modern musician? If you are to create your own band name, what would it be? From the
generated band name, create a 2 -5 minute presentation of a genre that would relate to your proposed band. Are you ready?
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2. What influences from traditional and contemporary music did you pick? Why? Since I like the traditional styles, assumed
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3. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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________________________________________________ Since I like the traditional styles, assumed
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What I Have Learned
Fill in the (E-Ps) Fill me up | Direction: Complete the statements that would describe the salient features of traditional and
contemporary music. You can do it! Good luck.
A. Traditional/Classical Music
1. Emphasis on ________________________________________________.
2. Establish ___________________________________________________.
3. Equipped ___________________________________________________.
4. Erratic _____________________________________________________.
5. Engaged ___________________________________________________.
B. Contemporary Music
1. Primary Focus _______________________________________________.
2. Progressive _________________________________________________.
3. Pondering __________________________________________________.
4. Popularity___________________________________________________.
5. Plays ______________________________________________________.
What I Can Do
YouTube Time! | Direction: Let us test your understanding by distinguishing whether the composer is of the Philippine traditional or
contemporary music. Describe his/her composition and defend why that salient feature has been presented.
Composer 1: Four Poems for Soprano and Piano (Ryan Cayabyab)
Composer 2: Malikmata (Antonio Molina)
Composer 3: Mazurka Boholana (Francisco Buencamino)
Assessment
Double Choice Test | Direction: Write TM if it relates to Traditional Music and CM if it relates to Contemporary Music. Write your
answers on the space before each number.
_____1. Optimum performance technique
_____2. Emphasize on reading music
_____3. Focus on ear training
_____4. Provides tools needed to perform difficult, written-out music sheet
_____5. Classicism, Romanticism, Baroque Period
_____6. Plays their instrument with flawless method to create ideal sound
_____7. Jazz, Blues, Country and Rock
_____8. More popular and thus encourages more musicians
_____9. “No right way to play”
_____10. Prefers sight as primary guiding sense to create quality music
_____11. You are taught well on proper posture and methods of instrumental performance
_____12. Calvin uses varied improvisations to his musical piece
_____13. Possess deep understanding of Classical Music Theory
_____14. High focus to sound and be able recreate instantly
_____15. Erratic Performance opportunities
Additional Activities
Crafts Time | Direction: Create or improvise poems/songs in order to come up with a summary of the difference between traditional
and contemporary music. Unleash the poet/musician in you. Start and craft now. I know you can do it!
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Lesson
20th Century Traditional
2 Composers (Part I)
Filipino composers of the 20th century may adapt contemporary music, but the remnants of its roots, as to classicism,
romanticism, and baroque music, remained evident to its musical compositions. Equip yourself with space suits as we’ll have our time
travel and meet with some of the Philippines’ most famous 20th Century Traditional Composers. Are you ready? Let’s go!
What I Need to Know

a. Identify the composition of the traditional composers namely, Buencamino, Santiago, Abelardo, and Molina;
b. Develop patriotism or love of country; and
c. Sing the traditional song “Pilipinas Kong Mahal.”
What I Know
Multiple Choice Test | Direction: On a separate sheet of paper, answer the following by choosing the letter of your best answer.
1. Who studied at Liceo De Manila with a degree of Music majoring in Music Composition and Harmony?
A. Antonio Molina C. Francisco Santiago
B. Francisco Buencamino, Sr. D. Nicanor Abelardo
2. He garnered an award as the First National Artist for Music here in the Philippines.
3. Since elementary, young learners are taught of Leron Leron Sinta, whose melody captured our hearts. From which composer does
this song originated?
4. Famous from composing Nationalistic songs, he became the first Filipino director of the Conservatory of Music, University of the
Philippines.
5. He developed a style that combined European Romanticism with Chromaticism and graduated at Chicago Music College.
6. _____________ is among the many composers who is a teacher. Many of his piano works have became become a staple part of the
Philippine repertoire of today’s youth.
7. This composer was born after Christmas Day with compositions on Romantic Serenade, Orchestral Music, Chamber Music, and
Vocal Music.
8. He created and composed the melody for the University of the Philippines’ Official Anthem, UP naming Mahal.
9. He lived in Quiapo, Manila, and stood proud as an Orchestra soloist at Manila Grand Opera House dating the 1940s to the 1970s.
10. On October 16, 1952, a composer died; and after which, a posthumous award was honored to him with the title, “Outstanding
Composer.”
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11. He composed Mazurka Boholana, Mi Bandera, Princesas ng Kumintang, and Maligayang bati.
12. Who among the following composers was not born in Bulacan, Philippines?
13. His works are inspired by women, as he composed Mutya ng Pasig, Nasaan Ka Irog, Cavatina, and Magbalik Ka Hirang.
14. His vocal music compositions include Awit ni Maria Clara, and Larawan.
15. This composer became the Dean of Centro Escolar University from 1948-1970 and later became a faculty member of the
University of the Philippines Conservatory of Music
What’s In 12
Rebuilding Time | Direction: The raw materials to establish a concept entitled “Philippine Music” are
presented below. Form the concept using these building blocks. Illustrate your answer in the box
provided and explain your drawing on the space provided below.
Traditional/Classical Features in Music

Ethnic/Tribal Music
Philippine Music
Western Influences
Contemporary Features in Music
I arranged the blocks in this manner because _____________________________________

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What’s New
PICTURE MATCH-UP | Direction: Match the names of the traditional composers in Column A with their Picture in column B.
Write your answer on the space provided before each number.
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COLUMN A COLUMN B
_________1. Francisco Buencamino, Sr. A.
_________2. Francisco Santiago B.
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_________3. Nicanor Abelardo C.
_________4. Antonio Molina D.
What is It
Presented below are the Philippine traditional composers with a brief summary of their life stories. Know
them more!
Name: Francisco B. Buencamino Sr.

Birthday: November 5, 1883
Birthplace: Bulacan
School studied: Liceo de Manila (Music Composition & Harmony)
Occupation: Teacher; Musical/Scoring Director
Compositions: Harana, Pandanggo ni Neneng, Collar de Sampaguita, Dulces las Horas,
Mayon (Fantasia de Concierto), My Soul’s Lament, Larawan, Mazurka, Boholana, Mi
Bandera, Princesas ng Kumintang, Maligayang Bati, Ang Bukang Liwayway, Pandanggo ni
Neneng, Ang Bagong Balitaw, Himig ng Nayon, Damdamin (Romance) and Pizzicato
Caprice.
Additional Information: Many of his piano works have become a staple part of the
Philippine repertoire of today’s youth, especially, Mayon, Larawan, and Maligayang Bati.
Buencamino also wrote several zarzuelas and kundimans. He passed away on October 16,
1952, after which a posthumous award honored him with the title, “Outstanding Composer.”;
He instituted Centro Escolar de Señoritas Conservatory of Music and Buenacamino Music
Academy (1930).
Name: Francisco Santiago (Father of Kundiman)
Birthday: January 29, 1889
Birthplace: Sta. Maria, Bulacan
School studied: American Conservatory of Music in Chicago (Music Specialization)
Compositions: Pakiusap, Madaling Araw, Sakali man, Hibik ng Pilipinas, Ano kaya ang
Kapalaran and Kundiman (Anak Dalita);
Among the films whose music he supervised were Kundiman, Leron Leron Sinta, Madaling
Araw, Manileña and the movie, Pakiusap
He also composed Pilipinas Kong Mahal.
Additional Information:
He became the first Filipino director of the Conservatory of Music, University of the
Philippines. Belongs He is an affiliate of the Triumvirate of Filipino Composers.
Name: Nicanor Abelardo
Birthday: February 7, 1893
Birthplace: San Miguel de Mayumo, Bulacan
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School studied:
Compositions: Cinderella Overture, Panoramas, and a violin sonata, Mutya ng Pasig,
Nasaan Ka Irog, Cavatina for Violoncello, and Magbalik Ka Hirang,
One of the “Triumvirate of Filipino Composers;” he composed the melody for the official
anthem of a university official anthem, UP naming Mahal; and developed a style that
combined European Romanticism with Chromaticism.
Name: Antonio J. Molina
Birthday: December 26, 1894
Birthplace: Quiapo, Manila
Occupation:
Orchestra soloist at Manila Grand Opera House
Dean of Centro Escolar University (1948-1970)
Faculty member of University of the Philippines
Conservatory of Music.
Compositions:
Romantic Serenade: Hatinggabi
Orchestral Music: Misa Antoniana Grand Festival Mass, Ang Batingaw, Kundiman-
kundanga
Chamber Music: String Quartet, Kung sa Iyong Gunita, Pandannguhan;
Vocal Music: Amihan, Awit ni Maria Clara and Larawan Nitong Pilipinas
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He received the National Artist for Music award in 1973 and passed away on January 29,
1980.
He is one of the "Triumvirate of Filipino Composers." He began his music career as an
orchestral soloist at the Manila Grand Opera House and garnered the First National Artist for
Music award here in the Philippines. He is also known as the Father of the Philippine
Impressionist Music.
What’s More
True or False | Direction: Determine whether the stated piece of music belongs to the given composer. Write True if the composition
is in accordance with the composer and False if otherwise.
You have been acquainted by our most amazing traditional composers in the Philippines. Let us
take this to test and gauge your understanding as we establish knowledge with their compositions.
Are you ready now? We will focus on the first four 20th Century Traditional Composers of the
Philippines.
__________ 1. Antonio Molina -Mutya ng Pasig

__________ 2. Francisco Santiago -Pilipinas Kong Mahal
__________ 3. Nicanor Abelardo -Spolarium
__________ 4. Francisco Buencamino Sr. -Leron Leron Sinta
What I Have Learned
Fill in the Blanks | Direction: Identify which composer has the following description. Choose your answer from the box below.
Antonio Molina Francisco Santiago

Nicanor Abelardo Francisco Buencamino, Sr.
1. ___________________________________ instituted the Centro Escolar de Señoritas, Conservatory of Music. He also created the
Buencamino Music Academy in 1930. Nicanor Abelardo was one of his students. Expanding his career, Buencamino also ventured
into musical direction and scoring, composing music for Sampaguita Pictures, LVN, and Excelsior. He also wrote several zarzuelas
and kundiman.
2. ___________________________________ is known as the “Father of the Kundiman” and belongs to the “Triumvirate of Filipino
Composers.”
3. ___________________________________ advanced a style that combined European romanticism with chromaticism. He belongs
to the “Triumvirate of Filipino Composers” together with Francisco Santiago and Antonio Molina. The Main Theater of the Cultural
Center of the Philippines and a Hall of the College of Music in University of the Philippines are named after him.
4. ___________________________________ came to be known as the “Father of Philippine Impressionist Music”.
What I Can Do
Hands-On! | Direction: Let us investigate the very lyrics of the song accompanied by its instrumental chords in it. Give
insights after playing and singing this wonderful musical piece through your guitar/piano or any musical instruments. (if possible)
Let us peek to one of the greatest Filipino compositions of all times, Pilipinas Kong Mahal, by
Francisco Santiago.
How can you rate your love of country?
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How did you find the lyrics of the song? Did you played it well?
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Assessment
Multiple Choice Test | Direction: On a separate sheet of paper, answer the following by choosing the letter of your best answer.
1. Who studied at Liceo De Manila with a degree of Music majoring in Music Composition and Harmony?
2. He garnered an award as the First National Artist for Music here in the Philippines.
3. Since elementary, young learners are taught of Leron Leron Sinta, whose melody captured our hearts. From which composer does
this song originated?
4. Famous from composing Nationalistic songs, he became the first Filipino director of the Conservatory of Music, University of the
Philippines.
5. He developed a style that combined European Romanticism with Chromaticism and graduated at Chicago Music College.
6. _____________ is among the many composers who is a teacher. Many of his piano works have became become a staple part of the
Philippine repertoire of today’s youth.
7. This composer was born after Christmas Day with compositions on Romantic Serenade, Orchestral Music, Chamber Music, and
Vocal Music.
8. He created and composed the melody for the University of the Philippines’ Official Anthem, UP naming Mahal.
9. He lived in Quiapo, Manila, and stood proud as an Orchestra soloist at Manila Grand Opera House dating the 1940s to the 1970s.
10. On October 16, 1952, a composer died; and after which, a posthumous award was honored to him with the title, “Outstanding
Composer.”
11. He composed Mazurka Boholana, Mi Bandera, Princesas ng Kumintang, and Maligayang bati.
12. Who among the following composers didn’t situated at birth was not born in Bulacan, Philippines?
13. His works are inspired by women, as she he composed Mutya ng Pasig, Nasaan Ka Irog, Cavatina, and Magbalik Ka Hirang.
14. His vocal music compositions include Awit ni Maria Clara, and Larawan.
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15. This composer became the Dean of Centro Escolar University from 1948-1970 and later became a faculty member of the
University of the Philippines Conservatory of Music
YouTube Listen! Direction: You are required to go online and listen for “Malikmata” by Antonio Molina.
https://youtu.be/7o_Mhb84BAY. After hearing the video covered by Enzo, answer the following questions.
1. Is Antonio Molina a traditional/contemporary compose? How can you say so?
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2. How did you feel after listening to the music?
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3. What do you think is the story of the Malikmata composition?
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Lesson
3 Composers (Part II)
The roster for 20th Century Traditional Philippine Composers is divided into three parts since there twelve (12)
composers all-in-all. Hence, in every part, four (4) musicians will be discussed for the assurance of the simplicity of comprehension.
What I Need to Know

a. Determine the different 20th century traditional composers in the Philippines (specifically, Rubio, Col. Buenaventura, Cornejo, and
De Leon);
b. create an illustration from simple compositions of Philippine musicians; and
c. show appreciation to various Filipino musical pieces of Contemporary Philippine Music.
What I Know
Multiple Choice | Direction: Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on a separate sheet of paper.
1. Despite of his occupation as a Professor in the university, he composed and arranged various works and conducted many military
and civilian brass bands.
A. Col. Antonio Buenaventura C. Hilarion Rubio
B. Felipe De Leon, Sr. D. Rodolfo Cornejo
2. He is known with the Glissando Waltz, A la Juventud Filipina, Cello Sonata, Piano Concerto Nos. 1, 2 & 3.
3. Which among the following musicians received a posthumous award as National Artist for Music after his death?
4. This 20th century composer paves its way to bridge traditional music to contemporary pop as he wrote over 300 compositions and
was a founding member of the League of Filipino Composers and is listed in “The International Who’s who in Music.”
5. He studied Doctor of Philosophy in Music majoring in composition at the Neotarian College of Philosophy in Kansas City, USA,
1947.
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6. Music instructor and band conductor of the Philippine Military Academy. His active involvement with various military bands
ultimately earned him his military rank of Colonel.
7. This composer was the Church organist of Pasay Catholic Church and a Doctor of Music (honoris causa) in his time.
8. He composed Unang Katas, Bulaklaken,, and the National Heroes Day Hymn.
9. A Journalist/composer in his time as he had written music columns for the Manila Times and Taliba. He was also conferred an
honorary degree, Doctor of Humanities by the University of the Philippines in 1991.
10. He was born on May 1, 1912, at Barrio Papaya in Peneranda, Nueva Ecija, and went to the USA for further studies on Music.
11. He crafted the Cantata, Christ the Redeemer as he has been very pious that some of his most compositions has have been related to
his work as a church organist.
12. His name was closely identified with his works for the orchestra, conductor for opera, ballet dance, recitals, and music for movies.
13. ________________ promoted Philippine Music by extensively using folk materials in his works.
14. He was known as a nationalist composer who expressed the Philippines' cultural identity through his compositions.
15. The first Filipino composer who received an honorary degree from a government recognized music school in the United States.
What’s In
Remember Me | Direction: List down your most unforgettable characteristics of the previously discussed traditional Filipino
composers of the 20th Century Traditional Filipino Composers. Let us recapitulate! We are to strengthen our remembering skills all
throughout the module.
Francisco Buencamino Francisco Santiago
Nicanor Abelardo Antonio Molina
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What’s New
Madgabs | Direction: This game is designed using phonetics where a person would not be able to decode the meaning of the phrase
unless spoken slowly, out loud, and listened. Ex. “Pee yaha know” = Piano
1. Knew knee Versatile =

2. Hmmmm.. you sick =
3. East Thai eel =
4. Eh! Axe press is on =
5. Die numb mix =
6. Rhea yay them =
7. Arm on knee =
8. Lee rah aches =
9. Ain’t straw mint =
10. You see Shawn =
The following are some of phrases/words that would display the next revealed 20th century traditional Filipino musicians and
composers. Let us proceed!
What is It
Presented below are the Philippine Traditional Composers with a brief summary of their life story. Know
them more! Let us now focus on the lives of Hilarion Rubio, Col. Antonio Buenaventura, Rodolfo Cornejo,
and Felipe De Leon, Sr.
Name: Hilarion Francisco Rubio
Birthday: October 21, 1902
Birthplace: Bacoor, Cavite
School Studied: University of the Philippines
Occupation: Music Director, conductor, professor
Compositions: Unang Katas, Bulaklaken, Theme and Variations for band, Dance of the
Nymphs Rondo, Florente at Laura (overture), Halik, Danza, Unang Katas, Two-part
invention (piano), ang Konsyerto (ballet); Ang Magsasaka, Bukang Liwayway, Conertino in
C (marimba and piano), Filipinas kong Mahal, Hatulan Mo ako, Ginintuang Araw, In a
tropical sea, Light, Narra, Mutya ng Silangan, To the Filipino Youth, Nela, National Heroes
Day Hymn, and Salmisim.
During World War II, Rubio created, composed and arranged various works, and conducted
many military and civilian brass bands.
Name: Col. Antonio Buenaventura
Birthday: May 4, 1904
Birthplace: Baliuag, Bulacan
School studied: University of the Philippines Conservatory of Music at the age of 19;
pursued further studies at Institute of International Education in New York
Occupation: Music instructor and Band conductor of the PMA; Colonel
Compositions: Pandanggo sa Ilaw, Minuet, Mindanao Sketches, Divertimento for Piano and
Orchestra, Variations & Fague and Greetings
National Artist for Music; He was actively involved with the various military bands which
ultimately earned him his military rank of Colonel. He restored the Philippine Constabulary
Band in 1945, which was reputedly likened to a symphony orchestra, and was considered,
"One of the best military bands in the world."
Name: Rodolfo S. Cornejo
Birthplace: Singalong, Manila
School studied: Conservatory of Music (UP) Teacher’s Diploma in Pianoforte and Teacher’s
Diploma in Science and Composition
Occupation: Teacher at UP Conservatory of Music; Organist of Pasay Catholic Church;
Doctor of Music (honoris causa)
Compositions: Glissando Waltz, Salute, A la Juventud Filipina, Bailes de Ayer, Caprice on a
Folksong, Cello Sonata, Ibong Adarna, Kandingan, Malakas at Maganda Overture, Okaka,
Oriental Fantasy, Pianco Concerto Nos. 1,2,3 Ruby, Song of the Miners, Philippine Fantasy
with Marimba Solo and the cantata Christ the Redeemer.
He received his Doctor of Philosophy degree, major in composition, from the Neotarian
College of Philosophy in Kansas City, USA, in 1947.
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He was a founding member of the League of Filipino Composers and is listed in "The
International Who's who in Music."
He wrote over 300 compositions, ranging from classical to pop.
Name: Felipe Padilla De Leon Sr.
Birthplace: Barrio Papaya in Penaranda, Nueva Ecija
School studied: Conservatory of Music University of the Philippines; Julliard School of
Music in New York, USA
Compositions: Two Operas-- Noli Me Tangere (1957) and El Filibusterismo (1970); March
entitled: Tindig, Aking Inang Bayan and Bagong Lipunan.
Christmas Carols Payapang Daigdig, Noche Buena and Pasko Na Naman.
He wrote music columns for the Manila Times and Taliba; He was conferred an honorary
degree, Doctor of Philosophy in the Humanities by the University of Philippines, in 1991.
After his death, he received a posthumous award as National Artist for Music.
What’s More
FIRST LETTER POP UP | Direction: Give two descriptions of the following musicians using one phrase/word to describe the
musician using the that starts with the first letter of its their names.
For example:
Col. Antonio Buenaventura = Conservatory in Music Graduate
Now, it’s your turn…
1. Hilarion Francisco Rubio = _______________________________________

= _______________________________________
2. Col. Antonio Buenaventura = _______________________________________
= _______________________________________
3. Rodolfo S. Cornejo = _______________________________________ =
_____________________________________
4. Felipe Padilla De Leon Sr. = _______________________________________
= _______________________________________
What I Have Learned
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Fill in the Blanks | Direction: Identify which composer has the following description. Choose your answer from the following.
Choose among the given composers the description that fits them well. (Col. Antonino Buenaventura, Rodolfo S. Cornejo ,Hilarion
Rubio, Felipe P. de Leon)
1. ____________________________________was a Filipino composer, music teacher, conductor, and clarinetist. His name
was closely identified with his works for the orchestra, conductor for opera, ballet, dance recitals, and music for movies.
2. ____________________________________promoted Philippine music by extensively using folk materials in his works. He
recorded folk and dance music around the country with Ramon Tolentino and National Artist for Dance Francisca Reyes
Aquino. Buenaventura composed the music and did the notations for the folk dances, as researched by Aquino.
3. ____________________________________was considered the first Filipino composer who received an honorary degree
from a government recognized music school in the United States. He was known for his pianistic and compositional talent by
extemporizing a piano composition at the spur of the moment.
4. ____________________________________wrote piano compositions, hymns, marches, art songs, chamber music,
symphonic poems, overtures, band music, school songs, orchestral works, operas, kundimans, and zarzuelas. He was known
as a nationalist composer who expressed the Philippines' cultural identity through his compositions.
What I Can Do
YouTube Listen! Direction: Let us peek online thru https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yG57f_fHuzw this Felipe De
.
Leon’s original composition, “Payapang Daigdig.” and You are tasked to illustrate the imagery projected in your mind as you are
listening to the song. The rubric is presented below. Get a separate sheet of paper
4. EXCEEDS 3. MEETS 2. PARTIALLY 1. DOES NOT

MEETS MEET
THE HAND Project beautifully/ Project finished Uses and displays Minimal
Art Production: carefully made. Put with most details understandings of application of
Craftsmanship, me and effort into uses techniques techniques in a skills and
understanding and completion of appropriately minimum standard techniques
applying media, artwork unfinished project
techniques and processes
THE MIND Demonstrates Demonstrates Demonstrates some Demonstrates little
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Intellectual curiosity, comprehensive broad knowledge of or no knowledge of
using knowledge & knowledge & knowledge of contexts; Limited contexts; No effort
critical thinking expressive ideas. many contexts achievement of goals toward goals and
Shows outstanding shows and objectives objectives
achievement satisfactory
toward goals achievement
toward goals
THE SPIRIT Project finished Project finished Project finished but Project is
Application to life with total but not no evidence of unfinished or
Exploration of self, originality after completely experimentation or finished with much
Originality and personal thorough original, originality help and solutions
expression experimentation problem from others
involved
logically
CRITICISM/ REFLECT Analyses and Analyses are Some understanding Unclear or
Reflecting & Assessing conclusions are consistent with of analysis and inaccurate
characteristics and accurate, detailed data project goals understanding of
merits of their work and and consistent with topic and how to
work of others artwork communicate
artwork
Assessment
1. Despite of his occupation as a Professor in the university, he composed and arranged various works and conducted many military and civilian
brass bands.
2. He is known with the Glissando Waltz, A la Juventud Filipina, Cello Sonata, Piano Concerto Nos. 1, 2 & 3.
3. Which among the following musicians received a posthumous award as National Artist for Music after his death?
4. This 20th century composer was a member of the League of Filipino Composers and is listed in “The International Who’s who in Music.”
5. He studied Doctor of Philosophy in Music majoring in composition at the Neotarian College of Philosophy in Kansas City, USA, 1947.
6. Music instructor and band conductor of the Philippine Military Academy. His active involvement with various military bands earned him his
military rank of Colonel.
7. This composer was the Church organist of Pasay Catholic Church and a Doctor of Music (honoris causa) in his time.
8. He composed Unang Katas, Bulaklaken,, and the National Heroes Day Hymn.
9. A Journalist/composer in his time as he had written music columns for the Manila Times and Taliba.
10. He was born on May 1, 1912, at Barrio Papaya in Peneranda, Nueva Ecija, and went to the USA for further studies on Music.
11. He crafted the Cantata, Christ the Redeemer as he has been very pious that some of his most compositions has have been related to his work as a
church organist.
12. His name was closely identified with his works for the orchestra, conductor for opera, ballet dance, recitals, and music for movies.
13. ________________ promoted Philippine Music by extensively using folk materials in his works.
14. He was known as a nationalist composer who expressed the Philippines' cultural identity through his compositions.
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15. the first Filipino composer who received an honorary degree from a government recognized music school in the United States.
Crossword Puzzle
DOWN: ACROSS:
1. This composer was the Church organist of Pasay 2. His name was closely identified with his works for
Catholic Church and a Doctor of Music (Honoris the orchestra, conductor for opera, ballet dance,
causa) in his time recitals, and music for movies.
3. ___________ promoted Philippine Music by
extensive using folk materials in his works.
4. A journalist/composer in his time as he had written
music columns for the Manila Times and Taliba. He
was also conferred and honorary degree, Doctor of
Humanities by the University of the Philppines in
1991.
Lesson
4 Composers
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(Part III)
This part concludes the list of the12 Filipino 20th Century Traditional Composers of the 20th century. Brace yourself as we
will explore their musical compositions and be proud of their undertakings as Pinoys. Are you ready?
What I Need to Know

a. classify the different 20th century traditional composers in the Philippines (specifically, San Pedro, Santos, Buenaventura,
and Cayabyab); and
b. develop a sense of nationalism as appreciation to various Filipino musical pieces of Contemporary Philippine Music.
What I Know
1. Ugoy ng Duyan is a musical piece composed by Lucio de San Pedro. What was his inspiration in composing the melody?
A. A Soldier’s Siesta amidst upcoming combat in the Cordillera Mountains
B. Child mourning from a Mother’s death
C. Sister’s care for her little brother whilst her parents are at the farm.
D. His Mother’s Lullaby
2. Which of the following are the original compositions of Ryan Cayabyab
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A. Kay Gandang ng Ating Musika C. Payapang Daigdig
B. Sitsiritsit D. Sana’y Wala ng Wakas
3. Rosendo Santos, Jr. is listed in the New Groves ______ of Music and Musicians
A. Encyclopedia C. Roster
B. Dictionary D. Obituary
4. He is among the few musicians in the Philippines who composed five full-length operas, kept his melodies simple and understandable but also
used contemporary harmonies to suit the intellectuals.
A. Alfredo Buenaventura C. Rosendo Santos, Jr.
B. Lucio San Pedro D. Ryan Cayabyab
5. He incorporated Philippine Folk elements in his compositions with Western forms to create a highly tonal melody and rich
expressive harmonies.
A. Alfredo Buenaventura C. Rosendo Santos
6. Lucio San Pedro is called as the Philippine ______________________.
A. Intellectual Groove C. Zarzuela Counter
B. Romantic Nationalist D. Prolific Composer
7. He wrote 50 masses in Latin and 20 in English. He has more than 1,000 musical compositions in the library of the University of the
Philippines.
8. He spans both popular and classical worlds with his pop, ballads, operas, zarzuela, orchestral, and choral compositions.
9. This composer became an official organist of the Manila Cathedral; He holds an honorary Doctor of Music degree from the
Philippine Women’s University.
10. He is known to be the Philippine Composer of the Century as what had UNESCO granted him. He has more than
1000 musical compositions in the library of the University of the Philippines
11. Melinda’s Masquerade and other unnamed concerti, sonatas, symphonies, symphonic poems, operas, band overtures, and marches
were his compositions.
12. He was born on May 4, 1954, at in Manila. He was recently declared as National Artist in music under the Duterte government.
13. He studied at the UP Conservatory of Music and proceeded to the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC.
14. This composer preserved the traditional/classical way of compositions as seen in his works like Misa, Four Poems for Soprano and
Piano, Zarzuela Alikabok, and Opera Spolarium with Libretto.
15. He was born on February 11, 1913, and studied Music at UP and Julliard University.
What’s In
PICTURE COLLECTION MATCH-UP | Direction: Match the names of the traditional composers in Column A with their Picture
in column B. Write your answer on the space provided before each number.
COLUMN A COLUMN B
A
______1. Hilarion F. Rubio
______2. Francisco Santiago
______3. Rodolfo Cornejo

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D
______4. Francisco Buencamino
E
______5. Col. Antonio Buenaventura
F
______6. Nicanor Abelardo
______7. Ryan Cayabyab G
______8. Felipe P. de Leon Sr. H
______9. Antonio Molina I
______10. Rosendo Santos Jr. J

What is It
Presented below are the Philippine Traditional Composers with a brief summary of their life story.
Know them more!
Name: Lucio Diestro San Pedro

Birthday: February 11, 1913
Birthplace: Angono, Rizal
School studied: University of the Philippines and Julliard School in New York, USA
Occupation: Composer, Conductor and Professor at University of the Philippines
Compositions: Lahing Kayumanggi, Sa Ugoy ng Duyan
He studied the banjo which inspired him to become a serious musician. He incorporated Philippine
folk elements in his compositions with Western forms to create highly tonal melody and rich
expressive harmonies. His chords have a rich expressive tonality as represented in his well-loved Sa
ugoy ng Duyan, a lullaby melody sung by his mother.
Known as the "Romantic Nationalist", a National Artist for Music in the Philippines.
Name: Rosendo E. Santos
Birthday: September 3, 1922
Birthplace: Cavite City
School studied: UP Conservatory of Music (Bachelor’s degree); Catholic University of America in
Washington, DC
Occupation: Faculty in West Virginia and Howard University
Compositions: Melinda’s Masquerade and other unnamed concerti, sonatas, symphonies, symphonic
poems, operas, band overtures, and marches.
He is known to be the Philippine Composer of the Century as what had UNESCO granted him. He
has more than 1000 musical compositions in the library of the University of the Philippines.
Name: Alfredo Buenaventura
Birthday: October 14, 1929
Birthplace: Sta. Maria, Bulacan
Occupation: Composer, Conductor and Teacher
Compositions: Major works include operas: Maria Mailing, Diego Silang & Prinsesa Urduha;
Cantatas Ang Ating Watawat and Pasko ng Barangay, three piano concerti subtitled Celebration,
Determination and Exultation; and symphonies such as Dakilang Lahi, Gomburza and Rizal, the
Great Malayan Antagonist.
He grew up in a musical environment and drawn by his fascinations with trumpets and trombones.
He became an official organist of the Manila Cathedral and later the Dean of the College of Music,
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Centro Escolar University. He holds an honorary Doctor of Music degree from the Philippine
Women's University.
Name: Cipriano “Ryan” Cayabyab
Birthplace: Manila
School studied: University of the Philippines College of Music
Occupation: Teacher in UP, well-known professor, musical director, composer, arranger and
conductor in the Philippine concert and recording scenes
Compositions: Classical compositions such as Misa, Four Poems for Soprano and Piano and the
Deum; Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika, Zarzuela Alikabok, Opera Spoliarium with libretto and a
variety of choral pieces and song cycles.
You have been acquainted by our most amazing traditional composers in the Philippines. Let us take this to test and gauge
your understanding as we establish knowledge with their compositions. Are you ready now?
What’s More
Modified True or False | Direction: Write Correct if the composition is in accordance to the composer and Wrong if otherwise.
__________ 1. Antonio Molina -Mutya ng Pasig
__________ 2. Francisco Santiago -Pilipinas Kong Mahal
__________ 3. Col. Buenaventura -Pandanggo sa ilaw
__________ 4. Felipe De Leon Sr. -Payapang Daigdig
__________ 5. Ryan Cayabyab -Sa Ugoy ng Duyan
__________ 6. Rosendo Santos -Melinda’s Masquerade
__________ 7. Alfredo Buenventura -Kay Ganda n gating Musika
__________ 8. Rodolfo Cornejo -A la Juventud
__________ 9. Nicanor Abelardo -Mutya ng Pisko
__________ 10. Francisco Buencamino Sr. -Larawan
What I Have Learned
Lucio San Pedro is known as a “romantic nationalist.” He incorporated Philippine folk elements in his compositions with Western
forms and harmony. His chords have a rich expressive tonality, as represented in his well-loved Sa Ugoy ng Duyan, a lullaby melody
sung by his mother.
Rosendo Santos Jr. is listed in the “New Groves Dictionary of35 Music and Musicians.” A prolific composer, his works include
concerti, sonatas, symphonies, symphonic poems, five operas in Philippine dialect, numerous band overtures, and more than 200
marches. He wrote 50 masses in Latin and 20 in English. He has more than 1,000 musical compositions in the library of the University
of the Philippines.
Alfredo Buenaventura is among the few composers in the Philippines who composed five full-length operas. He has his own set of
ideas about music and composition. He created a combination of contemporary and conventional, kept his melodies simple and
understandable, but he used contemporary harmonies to suit the intellectuals. He is a contemporary composer.
Ryan Cayabyab spans both popular and classical worlds with his pop, ballads, operas, zarzuela, orchestral, and choral compositions.
What I Can Do
In the last lesson for this module, you are expected to improvise/create your own song composition.
Utilize this time on answering What I can Do to prepare yourself next time. Ready yourself and list
down your possible music of choice. Good Luck!
Assessment
1. Ugoy ng Duyan is a musical piece composed by Lucio de San Pedro. What was his inspiration in composing the melody?
A. A Soldier’s Siesta amidst upcoming combat in the Cordillera Mountains
B. Child mourning from a Mother’s death
C. Sister’s care for her little brother whilst her parents are at the farm.
D. His Mother’s Lullaby
2. Which of the following are the original compositions of Ryan Cayabyab
A. Kay Gandang ng Ating Musika C. Payapang Daigdig
B. Sitsiritsit D. Sana’y Wala ng Wakas
3. Rosendo Santos, Jr. is listed in the New Groves ______ of Music and Musicians
A. Encyclopedia C. Roster
B. Dictionary D. Obituary
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4. He is among the few musicians in the Philippines who composed five full-length operas, kept his melodies simple and understandable but also used contemporary
harmonies to suit the intellectuals.
5. He incorporated Philippine Folk elements in his compositions with Western forms to create a highly tonal melody and rich
expressive harmonies.
6. Lucio San Pedro is called as the Philippine ______________________.
A. Intellectual Groove C. Zarzuela Counter
B. Romantic Nationalist D. Prolific Composer
7. He wrote 50 masses in Latin and 20 in English. He has more than 1,000
musical compositions in the library of the University of the Philippines.
8. He spans both popular and classical worlds with his pop, ballads, operas, zarzuela, orchestral, and choral compositions.
9. This composer became an official organist of the Manila Cathedral; He holds an honorary Doctor of Music degree from the
Philippine Women’s University.
10. He is known to be the Philippine Composer of the Century
as what had UNESCO granted him. He has more than
1000 musical compositions in the library of the University of the Philippines
11. Melinda’s Masquerade and other unnamed concerti, sonatas, symphonies, symphonic poems, operas, band overtures, and marches
were his compositions.
12. He was born on May 4, 1954, at in Manila. He was recently declared as National Artist in music under the Duterte government.
13. He studied at the UP Conservatory of Music and proceeded to the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC.
14. This composer preserved the traditional/classical way of compositions as seen in his works like Misa, Four Poems for Soprano and
Piano, Zarzuela Alikabok, and Opera Spolarium with Libretto.
A. Alfredo Buenaventura 37
C. Rosendo Santos
15. He was born on February 11, 1913, and studied Music at UP and Julliard University.
Internet Check | Direction: Find and present in a sheet of paper the Brief History of the Philippine National Anthem (How it was
composed, what language this originated, etc.); and discuss procedures on the Proper way of singing our, “Lupang Hinirang.”. Let’s
get this started!
BRIEF HISTORY:
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
PROPER WAY OF SINGING:

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
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What I Need to Know

In this lesson, the learners are expected to:

Notes to the Student

Are there any connections?

TRADITIONAL (OLD WAYS) - CONTEMPORARY (NEW WAYS)

Tuob, tandok, sagbot-sagbot CT-Scan, Advance medicine, etc.

✓ Emphasis on Reading Music

✓ Primary focus on Ear Training

The perfect contemporary musicians:

What I Have Learned

Composer 2: Malikmata (Antonio Molina)

Composer 3: Mazurka Boholana (Francisco Buencamino)

What I Need to Know

In this lesson, the learners are expected to:

Traditional/Classical Features in Music

Contemporary Features in Music

I arranged the blocks in this manner because _____________________________________

_________1. Francisco Buencamino, Sr. A.

_________2. Francisco Santiago B.

_________4. Antonio Molina D.

Name: Francisco B. Buencamino Sr.

__________ 1. Antonio Molina -Mutya ng Pasig

What I Have Learned

Antonio Molina Francisco Santiago

4. ___________________________________ came to be known as the “Father of Philippine Impressionist Music”.

What I Need to Know

In this lesson, the learners are expected to:

Francisco Buencamino Francisco Santiago

Nicanor Abelardo Antonio Molina

1. Knew knee Versatile =

1. Hilarion Francisco Rubio = _______________________________________

What I Have Learned

4. EXCEEDS 3. MEETS 2. PARTIALLY 1. DOES NOT

What I Need to Know

In this lesson, the learners are expected to:

______2. Francisco Santiago

______3. Rodolfo Cornejo

______4. Francisco Buencamino

______7. Ryan Cayabyab G

______8. Felipe P. de Leon Sr. H

______9. Antonio Molina I

______10. Rosendo Santos Jr. J

Name: Lucio Diestro San Pedro

What I Have Learned

PROPER WAY OF SINGING:

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