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Philippine Opera
Module in Music 10
Fourth Quarter-Module 1(Weeks 1-4)

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 Republic of the Philippines
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Cordillera Administrative Region
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF MOUNTAIN PROVINCE
Bontoc, Mountain Province

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PRE-TEST: Read the statement carefully and select the letter of your best answer
then write it in the space before the number.
____1.A three-act Filipino opera which takes place during the 17th century of
Spanish rule in thePhilippines.
A. La Loba Negra C. Noli Me Tangere
B. Rigoletto D. El Filibusterismo
____2. It revolves around the tragic assassination of Spanish Governor-General
Bustamante.
A. El Filibusterismo C. Noli Me Tangere
B. Rigoletto D. La Loba Negra
____3. What made the works of Rizal an excellent choice for an operatic production?
A. Happy ending C. tragic ending
B. Resolved conflicts D. nationalism
____4. She was the Black-She Wolf of LA Loba Negra who is the wife of Governor-
General Bustamante.
A. Dona Maria C. Dona Imelda
B. Dona Luisa D. Dona Juana
____5. In the opera La Loba Negra, he got the gifts to add to the Church’s treasury.
He blesses the guests as he reassures them of a place in heaven.
A. Governor-General Bustamante C. Fray Totanes
C. Auditor General Torralba D. Crisostomo Ibarra
____6. Doña Luisa’s vengeance was due to her temporary insanity caused by the
following reasons:
A. corruption and religion C. tragic assassination of his husband
B. overdue tax D. assassination of his son
____7. The three-act opera Noli Me Tangere was composed by National Artist
____________________,with libretto by National Artist Guillermo Tolentino.
A. Bonifacio Abdon C. Agustino Molina
B. Felipe Padilla de Leon D. Antonio Molina
____8. He returns to Manila from thirteen years of absence in order to find his
beloved Maria Clara, the musical play closely follows the Rizal novel, whose major
character was Crisostomo Ibarra disguised as ____________?
A. Samuel C. Simon
B. Sebastian D. Salvador
____9. Opera is said to have been started in Italy way back___
A. 17th Century C. 18th Century
th
B. 19 Century D. 20th Century
____10. He was considered as the First Filipino Opera impresario
A. Bonifacio Abdon C. Ramon Javier
B. Imelda Marcos D. Felipe Padilla de Leon
____11. He was the first Filipino opera conductor
A. Ramon Javier C. Bonifacio Abdon
B. Francis Feliciano D. Juan Molina

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____12. The first Filipino Opera staged at the Dulaang Zorilla sa Maynila
A. La Boheme C. Sandugong Panaginip
B. Aida D. Noli Me Tangere
____13.This novel authored by Jose Rizal is said to have originated from the Latin
version of the words from the Bible verse John 20:17
A. El Filibusterismo C. Noli Me Tangere
B. La Traviata D. La Loba Negra
____14.This novel tells the continuing struggle of the Filipino people to achieve
freedom from Spanish rule.
A. Noli Me Tangere C. El Filibusterismo
B. La Traviata D. La Loba Negra
____15. Which of the following is NOT a usual theme of Filipino opera?
A. vendetta C. love of country
B. murder D. love for colonial rule

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 In the previous lesson, you learned about Philippine Contemporary
music. You have realized that it was during this period that Western compositional
techniques found their way into the works of Filipino composers. But despite these,
they still managed to retain some traditional elements in their assimilation of Western
techniques. In fact, they have become the strongest foundations of what we now
know as Philippine music. Nowadays, the entire group of Filipino song composers
became popular for their musical compositions used as background music or theme
songs in movies and films.

Instruction: Take a close look on each picture and tell whether the scene was taken
from the opera La Loba Negra, El Filibusterismo,or Noli Me Tangere

1.____________________ 2. ___________________ 3. __________________

4. ___________________ 5.________________

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 Opera is an art and musical form in which singers and musicians perform a
dramatic work combining text (called libretto). And a musical score, usually in an
elaborate theatrical setting. It incorporates many of the elements of spoken theater
such as acting, scenery, costume, and sometimes dance.
Opera performance is typically given in an opera house , cultural center ,
theater or auditorium. It is also accompanied by an orchestra or smaller musical
ensemble and the dialogue is entirely sung not spoken. Opera is part of the Western
classical music form and tradition. It started in Italy at the end of the 16th century and
soon spread through the rest of Europe
Philippine opera emerged in the Philippines when foreign performers,including
instrumental virtuosi, as well as opera singers and Spanish zarzuela performers
came to the country to perform for enthusiastic audiences. As the locals were being
exposed to western art and music, they were also realizing their own talents and
passion for the opera. That period in Philippine history was ripe for artists to voice
their own sentiments about love of country and longing for independence from
colonial rule.
The element of tragedy emanating from the popular themes of romance,
deceit, murder, vendetta and other elements of human frailty became a favorite story
pattern of the Filipino opera. Some operatic works were based on previous literary
creations.
The establishment of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) by then
First lady Imelda Romualdez -Marcos in 1969 paved the way for other Filipino
operas to be staged at a legitimate venue of international standard.

Cultural center of the Philippines

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Activity 1: PROMINENT PHILIPPINE OPERA FIGURES AND THEATERS

LOCAL THEATERS-
1.Teatro Zorilla or Zorilla Theatre, also known as the Dulaang Zorilla sa
Maynila was a prominent theatre in the Philippines.

1. Metropolitan Theater 2. Manila Grand Opera House

3. The Quiapo Theater House 4. Zorilla Theater

B. LOCAL COMPOSERS AND THEIR NOTED COMPOSITIONS

1. Pedro Paterno-a poet, novelist, musician and a government official. He authored
the First Filipino opera entitled Sandugong
Panaginip- This was first presented at the Zorilla
Theater on August 2, 1902 and later translated by the
Englishman M.W. Loving with the title Dreamed
Alliance.

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 2. Bonifacio Abdon- (14 Mayo 1876–23 Abril 1944)
The First Filipino opera impresario who promoted
local talents to participate in foreign productions.
Filipino musician, conductor and composer;
known as the “Father of the Modern Kundiman”

3. Orchestra Molina- known for its interpretation of operatic works as well as other
classical compositions.
4. Patricio Mariano-he authored Lakangbini that was staged at the metropolitan
Theater on December 19, 1933.
-He wrote several Tagalog novels, including Ang
Mga Anak ng Dalita (The
Children of Indigence) and Ang Tala sa Panghulo
(The Star of Panghulo), which is included in
Filipiniana.net's list of the 100 best Tagalog
novels. He is most noted for producing the best
Tagalog translation of Jose Rizal's Noli Me
Tangere.

FILIPINO OPERATIC DIVAS

1. Nelia Manalo- she portrayed the
leading role of Violetta in
Guiseppe Verdi’s La Traviata
2. Mercedes Matias Santiago-
Acted as Lucia in Gaetano Donizetti’s
Lucia di Lamermoor

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 3. Jovita Fuentes-
-National Artist Awardee.
-She acted as Mimi in Giacomo
Puccini’s La Boheme

Pinoykollektor.blogspot.com

Aria. A self-contained piece for solo voice, usually accompanied by orchestra. In

opera, arias mostly appear during a pause in dramatic action when a character is
reflecting on their emotions. Most arias are lyrical, with a tune that can be hummed,
and many arias include musical repetition.

Assessment #1:
1. If ever you are given the chance to become a member of an opera group,
what element of theater will you be engaging. Will you be the actor? Dancer?
Costume designer, scenery designer or even director? In 3-5 sentences,
explain the reason/s why you opted to be in that position.

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____________________________________________________________.

Activity #2: ORIGINAL PHILIPPINE OPERAS

1. LA LOBA NEGRA- La Loba Negra (The Black She-wolf) is a three-act

Filipino opera. Acts 1 and 2 are based on history. Act III is based on a legend
attributed to Fr. Jose Burgos,
one of the three martyred
priests Gomez, Burgos, and
Zamora who were executed in
Bagumbayan (now Luneta) in
1872. The music was
composed by National Artist
Francisco Feliciano with
Libretto by soprano Fides
Cuyugan Asensio

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Background of the Opera

The story of La Loba Negra takes place in the 17th century , during the time of
Spanish rule in the Philippines. It revolves around the tragic assaination of Spanish

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Governor-General Fernando Bustamante, whose administration was greatly admired
for its planned reforms in the colonial administration . As massive corruption and
abuse by the Spanish friars were prevalent, the entry of Governor-general
Bustamante to institute reforms did not sit well with the powerful priests. Thus
leading to his untimely death. The story thus focuses on the bitter reaction and
planned revenge by his wife Dona Luisa (La Loba Negra) on the religious
perpetrators.
The music and libretto closely collaborate to portray the dramatic moods in
the opera. Such moods are particularly depicted in the murder scenes that are
effectively contrasted with the solemn sounds and religious fervor of the liturgical
rites. The moral issue of vengeance may be perhaps explained by the temporary
insanity of Dona Luisa brought on by the brutal killings of her husband and son. Thus
the Aztec god is portrayed as a scapegoat for the purge she carried out. As a
librettist Asensio concluded “ the night is long but the sun will rise…and rise again in
the east
Watch the link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDAo-e0w9zI to watch the excerpt of the opera
La Loba Negra.
You may also visit http://docshare01.docshare.tips/files/29905/299050069.pdf

Assessment 2:
Instruction: Using the diagram below, write short phrases about the message and mood of
the opera La Loba Negra. Base your answer from the reading that you had/ the video clip
that you watched.

Mood
____________
____________

La Loba
Negra

Moral Lesson Melody, tempo and

________________ dynamics
______ _________________

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Activity#3: NOLI ME TANGERE AND EL FILIBUSTERISMO, THE
OPERA
1. NOLI ME TANGERE- The three-act opera Noli Me Tangere was
composed by national artist Felipe Padilla de Leon, with libretto by
National Artist Guillermo Tolentino. It premiered in 1957 at the Far
eastern University (FEU) Auditorium. The cast included Juanita Javier
Torres as Maria Clara, Don David as Ibarra, Fides Cuyugan Asensio

as Sisa, Milo Cristobal as Padre Damaso and Morli Daram as the

director.
Please watch the link (you may also watch other video clips) for further understanding
and appreciation of the opera
.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBJW1NRCD1g
http://docshare01.docshare.tips/files/29905/299050069.pdf

The Novel Behind the Opera

The title of Rizal’s novel Noli Me Tangere (Touch Me Not) was said to have
originated from the Latin version of the words, originating from John 20:17. It
was spoken by Jesus to Mary Magdalene who recognized Him after His
Resurrection, reasoning to her “for I am not yet ascended to the Father.” The
novel was written to expose the ills of the Spanish Catholic friars and the ruling
government. It was finished in 1886.Rizal initially found it difficult to solicit moral
and financial support from his friends, until Maximo Viola helped him with the
printing. The printing of Noli was done in Berlin,Germany. The English version
was later released to Australian Book Stores. After which,Penguin Books took on
the tasks of publishing the novel to have its own translated version. The book
was banned in the Philippines by the Spanish authorities for its supposedly
subversive elements. This led to Rizal’s exile, imprisonment, and execution.

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 2. EL FILIBUSTERISMO- the three-act opera El Filibusterismo was composed by
National Artist Felipe Padilla de Leon in 1970, with libretto in Filipino by
Anthony Morli. The cast included Fides Cuyugan Asensio as Paulita,
Constancio Bernardo as Simon and Irma Potenciano as Juli. It was staged at
the Cultural center of the Philippines. Kindly browse this link for better
understanding on the content of the opera.
http://docshare01.docshare.tips/files/29905/299050069.pdf

The Novel Behind the Opera

El Filibusterismo (The Filibuster) was a novel by Dr. Jose Rizal, a sequel to the
earlier Noli Me Tangere. It tells of the continuing struggle of the Filipino people to
achieve freedom and emancipation from colonial rule. Through the major characters
involved, it reflects the prevailing state of Philippine government and society that has
become corrupt and immoral. For which, a revolution was being seen as the only
solution for change. It was also perceived as a warning from Rizal, an intellectual of
the highest order. Although he favored a peaceful way of instituting reforms, the
seemingly hopeless situation to achieve this method points closer and closer to
armed rebellion in order to gain independence.

Assessment #3: Answer the following questions.

1.How did these two Philippine opera reflected life in the 20th century?
______________________________________________________________
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_______________________________________________________________
________.

2.Based from the readings and video clips that you had, briefly discuss the distinct
characteristics of Philippine opera.
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
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Instruction: Based from the three Philippine operas presented, briefly describe the
distinct characteristics on the following aspects. Fill up the table below.

Title of Philippine Voice quality of Facial expression Stage presence

Opera Singers of performers

1.La Loba Negra

2.El
Filibusterismo

3.Noli Me
Tangere

Good job learner! This time is for you to apply what you have learned from the
lesson. In this exciting part of your module, there are two choices for you to select.
Take note learner, just choose one activity among the two choices given.

Activity A. Follow the instruction below.

1. Using your gadget, play at least one (1) musical excerpts in any of the Arias
from Noli Me Tangere , La Loba Negra and El Filibusterismo.
2. You may either use the links cited earlier or browse to other sources
from the internet for your reference.
3. Analyze the music and take note of the elements of music present such as
rhythm, melody, tempo, dynamics, texture and harmony, form and timbre
4. Write a reaction paper on your impression regarding the opera and its
message. Use additional paper/bond paper for your output.

Activity B.
1. Learn and sing an aria from any of the Philippine opera which was discussed
earlier.
Suggested Arias:
La Loba Negra- Napakahaba na ng Gabi
Noli Me Tangere- Kay Tamis ng Buhay
Huwag Mo Akong Pabayaan
Awit ng Gabi ni Sisa

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 2. Practice and master the song. Using your phone, let any member of your
family cover/record your performance. Take note of the rubric presented
below for your guidance.
3. Send the video to your music teacher through his/her email address or let
your parents submit to your teacher at the school.
Category Proficient Approaching Developing Basic
(20points) (15points) (10points) (5points)
Mastery Correct Melody of the Melody of the Needs
melody of the song was song was sung improvement in
song was mostly sung with minimal singing the
very evident correctly errors melody of the
song
Dynamic Song was Song was Song was Song was not
delivered delivered with delivered with clear and needs
loud enough a little part not many parts not improvement
to be clear clear clear
Expression Emotion of Emotion of the Emotion of the No emotion
the song was song was song has little shown in the
very evident mostly evident evident in the performance
in the in the performance
performance performance

Post-assessment: Read the statement carefully and select the letter of your best
answer then write it in the space before the number. Use CAPITAL letters
____1.A three-act Filipino opera which takes place during the 17th century of
Spanish rule in thePhilippines.
A. La Loba Negra C. Noli Me Tangere
B. Rigoletto D. El Filibusterismo
____2. It revolves around the tragic assassination of Spanish Governor-General
Bustamante.
A. El Filibusterismo C. Noli Me Tangere
B. Rigoletto D. La Loba Negra
____3. What made the works of Rizal an excellent choice for an operatic production?
C. Happy ending C. tragic ending
D. Resolved conflicts D. nationalism
____4. She was the Black-She Wolf of LA Loba Negra who is the wife of Governor-
General Bustamante.
A. Dona Maria C. Dona Imelda
B. Dona Luisa D. Dona Juana
____5. In the opera La Loba Negra, he got the gifts to add to the Church’s treasury.
He blesses the guests as he reassures them of a place in heaven.
A. Governor-General Bustamante C. Fray Totanes
C. Auditor General Torralba D. Crisostomo Ibarra

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____6. Doña Luisa’s vengeance was due to her temporary insanity caused by the
following reasons:
A. rape case of her daughter C. tragic assassination of his husband
B. overdue tax D. corruption and religion
____7. The three-act opera Noli Me Tangere was composed by National Artist
____________________,with libretto by National Artist Guillermo Tolentino.
A. El Filibusterismo C. Noli Me Tangere
B. La Traviata D. La Loba Negra
____8. He returns to Manila from thirteen years of absence in order to find his
beloved Maria Clara, the musical play closely follows the Rizal novel, whose major
character was Crisostomo Ibarra disguised as ____________?
A. Samuel C. Simon
B. Sebastian D. Salvador
____9. Opera is said to have been started in Italy way back___
C. 17th Century C. 18th Century
th
D. 19 Century D. 20th Century
____10. He was considered as the Father of Modern Kundiman
C. Bonifacio Abdon C. Ramon Javier
D. Imelda Marcos D. Felipe Padilla de Leon
____11. He was the first Filipino opera conductor
C. Ramon Javier C. Bonifacio Abdon
D. Francis Feliciano D. Juan Molina
____12. The first Filipino Opera staged at the Dulaang Zorilla sa Maynila
C. La Boheme C. Sandugong Panaginip
D. Aida D. Noli Me Tangere

____13.This novel authored by Jose Rizal is said to have originated from the Latin
version of the words from the Bible verse John 20:17
A. El Filibusterismo C. Noli Me Tangere
B. La Traviata D. La Loba Negra
____14.This novel tells the continuing struggle of the Filipino people to achieve
freedom from Spanish rule.
A. Noli Me Tangere C. El Filibusterismo
B. La Traviata D. La Loba Negra

____15. Which of the following is NOT a usual theme of Filipino opera?

C. vendetta C. love of country
D. murder D. love for colonial rule

EXPLORE MORE!
Instruction: Explore more ways on how multi media arts can be used to portray 20th
century musical styles(specifically Philippine Opera) through a 3-minute video clip
using your android phone. Send the video to your music teacher through his/her
email address or let your parents submit it to your teacher in school when they
submit your accomplished modules.

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 Pre/Post assessment What’s New
E. MARACAS
15.D
Tangere
14.A
5. Noli Me
13.A
12.C Tangere
11.A 4. Noli Me
10.C
9.A Negra
8.C 3. La Loba
7.B
Filibusterismo
6.A
2. El
5.C
4. B Tangere
3.C 1. Noli Me
2.D
1.A

Category Proficient Approaching Developing Basic

(20points) (15points) (10points) (5points)
Mastery Correct Melody of the Melody of the Needs
melody of the song was song was sung improvement in
song was mostly sung with minimalsinging the
very evident correctly errors melody of the
song
Dynamic Song was Song was Song was Song was not
delivered delivered with delivered with clear and needs
loud enough a little part not many parts not improvement
to be clear clear clear
Expression Emotion of Emotion of the Emotion of the No emotion
the song was song was song has little shown in the
very evident mostly evident evident in the performance
in the in the performance
performance performance
What I Can Do

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