These are the nique characteristics of the vocal music of the Cordillera, Palawan, Mindoro and of the Visayas.
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a. CORDILLERA:
Rich use of gong ensembles and bamboo instruments.
Polyphonic singing with layered vocal melodies.
Stories of culture and daily life are narrated through songs.
b. MINDORO:
Influences from Mangyan and Tagalog cultures.
Instruments like bamboo flutes and the kudyapi.
Lyrics focus on folklore, love, and nature.
c. PALAWAN:
Features chants, songs, and native instruments.
Lyrics depict indigenous cultural heritage and rituals.
d. VISAYAS:
Diverse musical heritage blending indigenous and Western influences.
Lively rhythms and a mix of instruments.
Themes revolve around love, nature, and daily life.