Works of

SAMAON SULAIMAN
Samaon Sulaiman was a
Filipino musician who is a
recipient of the National
Living Treasure award. The
Maguindanaon is known for
his mastery of the indigenous
kutyapi instrument.

Kulintang
Kulintang refers to the gong
and drum ensemble
indigenous to the Sulu and
Mindanao islands.

Agung
A set of two wide-rimmed,
vertically suspended gongs used
by the Maguindanao, Maranao,
Sama-Bajau and Tausug.

Gandingan
Set of four large, hanging gongs
used by the Maguindanao as
part of their kulintang ensemble.

Palendag
A type of Philippine bamboo
flute, the largest one used by
the Maguindanaon, a smaller
type of this instrument is
called the Hulakteb.

Tambul
A percussive musical
instrument spanned with a
thin covering on at least one
end for striking, forming an
acoustic chamber.