In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements in Contemporary

Philippine Arts from the Region

“Artforms from the Different Cities in Northern Negros”

Performance Task I
Third Grading First Half

De Asis, Edgar Philip T.

Magalona, Juan Carlos R.
Rollo, John Philip T.
Sillador, Salvador L.
Alvarez, Jhenny S.
Cobing, Kathleya Faith H.
Halipa, Kimberly S.
Martir, Shanice Adrianne M.
ST. Ezekiel Moreno 07

Ms. Catherine Semellano

Subject Teacher

January 12, 2018

 SILAY CITY

Brief Background

Founded in 1760, Silay evolved from being an old Spanish settlement. Migrant families from
Iloilo gave vigor to Silay, making it an important commercial and agricultural settlement during
the Spanish era. In 1846, cultivation of sugarcane led by Yves Leopold Germain Gaston made
the town prosperous. November 5, 1898 played a significant role in Silay’s history. Sugarcane
workers attacked the Spanish garrison and made the Spaniards surrender peacefully. It was a
bloodless revolution. The Philippine flag was raised for the first time at the public plaza. Silay,
famous for its artists and cultural shows, became the “Paris of Negros”. Kahirup Theater was
the center of these activities. Jose “Pitong” Ledesma, a Silaynon pianist, conductor and
philanthropist was one of those responsible for inviting operatta and zarzuela performers from
Europe. Silay is the second town in Negros Occidental to become a city on June 12, 1957.

Silay is known as the “seat of arts, culture and eco-tourism” and is recognized by the
Department of Tourism as one of the top destinations in the Philippines.

The Visual Arts of Silay

1. The First Print of a Hand-Powered Print Machine 1/18

Artist: Ramon Hofileña

Year: 1971

Description: The Hofileñas were among the firsts to acquire a hand-powered print machine
here in the Philippines. Ramon Hofileña released 18 artworks using this machine, and to
this day, only one out of the eighteen survived. The artwork is currently at the Hofileña
Ancestral House, the first house in the city to be opened to visitors. It is the repository of the
private art collection of Ramon H. Hofileña. The exhibit includes the work of top artists in the
country.

2. Iconic Faces Mural

Artist: Mark James de Guzman

Year: 2016

Description: One of the emerging art forms in today’s generation is graffiti - a type of mural
painting that combines propagandism and street-style. Mark James de Guzman made use
of this knowledge and created a mural featuring iconic faces such as Frank Sinatra, Marilyn
Monroe, James Bond, The Beatles, Charlie Chaplin and more.

Auditory Arts of Silay

1. Kabataang Silay Rondalla Ensemble

Founded in 1993, conductor Jegger Anjao

The Kabataang Silay Rondalla Ensemble or KSE, is one of the most popular rondalla
ensemble in the Philippines. Recently they had a joint performance with the Marsiling
Chinese Orchestra in Singapore. Over the years, it has expanded its repertoire from folk
and traditional music to classical, contemporary, pop and modern under the able leadership
of conductor Jegger C. Anjao. Through its more than 20-year history, KSE has won several
 regional and national musical competitions and has represented the Philippines in a number
of international music festivals.

2. “Martsa Sang Silaynon”

Composed Cecilia Barbasa

Martsa sang Silaynon is the official city hymn of Silay City. The lyrics go along the lines of:

“Matam-is ang yuhum nga daw kalamay

Putli ang gugma, Diyos ang nagbugay
Sa tion sang kalisud kad kabudlay
Silaynon pat-ud nga maga-unungay
Kaptanay sa kasakit kag kalipay
Silaynon Negrosanon nga tunay.”

Combined Arts of Silay

1. “Matam-is Man Gali and Kalamay” (Zarzuela)

Emerged during the renaissance of the zarzuelas in the 80s in Silay City, a movement
which was supported by the Cultural Center of the Philippines. “Matam-is Man Gali and
Kalamay” of Hacienda Adela was chosen to be performed at the ‘Cultural Center of the
Philippines with the sugarcane workers as actors.

2. “Dalimuos” (Zarzuela)

This piece was the last of the pieces performed of the zarzuela mania (lasted only up to
1996). it is sponspored by the Silay City Arts Association Inc. (SCAAI). The story is about
the Cinco de Noviembre Revolution. After that, Hiligaynon zarzuela hibernated.
 SAN CARLOS CITY

Brief Background

The original name of San Carlos was “Nabingkalan”, which referred to the Negrito settlement of
inhabitants from towns of the Western Coast of Cebu Island who came to Negros. The settlers
were led by an enterprising Cebuano from Badian, Carlos Apurado, who developed the area
into a thriving Christian village with the help of his fellow pioneers.

In 1856, the first politico Military Governor of Negros Island, Don Emilio Saravia, renamed the
place “San Carlos” and established it as “pueblo” status in 1890 when Negros Island was
divided into two provinces Occidental and Oriental Negros. San Carlos was recorded as an
“arrabal” or barrio of Calatrava, then known as “Hilub-ang.”

In January 1892, the Bishop of Diocese of Jaro in Iloilo appointed a recollect as the first parish
priest of San Carlos and three years later, the place regained its momentum for progress with
16 well-equipped “haciendas’ in operation.

In 1898, San Carlos acquired its township status when Gen. Juan Araneta of the Revolutionary
Negros Republic officially proclaimed it as a municipality. This was confirmed by the American
Military Administration in 1901.

Five years later, in 1906, a constraint of the new administration from of local government
implemented by the American Administration made Calatrava an “arrabal” or barrio of San
Carlos.

San Carlos became a city on July 1, 1960. Each year, the city celebrates the Pintaflores festival
on November 3-5 that culminates in a fascinating street dancing competition participated in by
floral-painted dancers donned in colorful, ethnic-inspired costumes.

The Visual Arts of San Carlos

1. San Carlos Borromeo Cathedral (Architectural)

San Carlos Borromeo Cathedral, this Gothic, Byzantine and Romanesque design cathedral
became a parish in 1895 during the term of Fr. Pedro Chivite, OAR. It became a diocese on
February 10, 1998 covering the municipality of Manapla, Negros Occidental down to La
Libertad, Oriental Negros.

2. Hda. Sta. Ana Grotto (Architectural)

This was built by Atty.Silverio Eusebio in the late 1960’s. It gained attention because of those
whose illnesses and disabilities were miraculously “cured”. The life-size religious statues
depicting the 14 Stations of the Cross and the miraculously statue of Our Lady of Lourdes.

Auditory Arts of San Carlos

1. Folk Tale on the Origin of San Carlos

According to folk tales, a young princess from Cebu named Princess Nabingka sailed to a
nearby island together with her men. They named the land Nabingkalan in Princess' honor. The
land that is now known as San Carlos City. Soon after they have settled in Nabingkalan, the
Princess got sick. S they called the Babaylan or the village shaman to cure her. And in order for
the Princess to regain her health, the babaylan ordered the people to plant beautiful and sweet
smelling flowers for the Princess.

And so the people went out of their houses, and planted flowers for the princess to get cured of
her illness. But there was a problem: the weather in Nabingkalan is so harsh that the plants
wouldn't grow.
And the people started to become hopeless. Until the Babaylan went back to the Princess
again. The village shaman this time ordered that the men and women of the village should put a
flower tattoo in their body, as his is going to be the only way for the princess to get cured.

And the people followed. Everyone had their body covered with tattoo in floral patterns

Soon enough, Princess Nabingka regained her health. And the people rejoiced, went out of their
houses and danced in jubilation.

2. Dakbayan San Carlos

Dakbayan San Carlos is the San Carlos Hymn which was written by Rogelio Lasco Sr. and
arranged by Gloria Mempin. It describes the city as a whole and its importance of the city to the
people. It talks about the city’s worth which is compared to a “mutya” or jewel.

Combined Arts of San Carlos City

1. Pintaflores

Pintaflores Festival has become a by-word of the people’s artistic creativity. Pintaflores dancers
won top awards in Bacolod City as Hall of Fame awardee in street dancing during the Panaad
sa Negros Festival. It is also a consistent winner in Sinulog street dancing.

Pintaflores is a yearly cultural festival that culminates on November 5 in a fascinating street

dancing competition among floral-painted dancer in colorful and floral-inspired.

Pintaflores is coined from the words pintados ("painted ones"), the concept behind the
Nabingkalan Tattoo Festival, and flores, the Spanish word for "flowers" that dominated the
theme of the Dances of Flowers. The Pintaflores street dancing and ritual competition highlights
the annual Pintaflores Festival every November 3–5

2. Dance of Flowers

The festival’s highlight which is considered a dance ritual performed by townsfolk at the San
Carlos City Auditorium. This includes dancers who’s faces, arms, bodies, and legs are painted
with flowers as well as a human flower formation incorporated in each performance.
 VICTORIAS CITY

Brief Background

The town of Victorias was originally located in what is now known as Daan Banwa (Old Town), a
fishing village beside Malihaw River and near its outlet to the sea. During the Spanish era, the
town was called Malihaw, a name taken from Malihaw trees which grew in abundance along the
riverbanks. It was ruled by Capitan Gregorio Conlu, and Moro pirates and Tulisanes reigned
unmolested.

One day, the Capitan’s household was robbed. He was able to escape together with his
Secretary Alfonso Pachera, but his wife Capitana Tutang and their servant Micay were taken
aboard the sailboat which immediately sailed for the open sea. When Capitana Tutang was
asked whether she knew how to swim, she replied that she could not. And so she and her
servant were thrown overboard while their vessel was just outside Malihaw’s river mouth. The
robbers sailed on believing that the two will be drowned. But that was not the case, for both
women were good swimmers. While struggling in the water, Capitana Tutang saw a beautiful
lady she believed was the Blessed Virgin Mary.

When she reached home she prayed and promised to buy an image of the Lady who helped
her. But having been divested of their possessions, it took several months of careful savings to
be able to purchase the image from Barcelona, Spain. However, since she did not specify what
image she wanted, Capitana Tutang received the statue of the Nuestra Senora de las Victorias,
which to her amazement held the likeness of the Lady who saved her and Micay from drowning.
The inhabitants later proposed to change the name Malihaw to Nuestra Senora de las
Victorias to perpetuate the miraculous incidents. They enjoined Capitan Gorio to ask the
Governor to approve the change of name. The governor gave his consent, but retained only
“Victorias” as the official name.

On February 11, 1998, Victorias became a component city when Republic Act No. 8488 was
signed into law by then President Fidel V. Ramos. Witnessing the signing at Malacanang were
officials of Victorias led by Mayor Severo A. Palanca and key officials of Congress.

A plebiscite for the ratification was held on March 21, 1998. On March 21, 1999, Victorias City
celebrated its first anniversary.

The Visual Arts of Victorias

1. Church of St. Joseph the Worker (Architectural)

The church is located at the heart of Victorias Milling Company Compound is noted for its
mural of a craggy-faced Christ in psychedelic colors and the only church in Negros that
depicts Filipino liturgical arts.

2. Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral (Architectural)

The cathedral is a monumental edifice in Canetown Subdivision. The cathedral is one of the
biggest churches in the Visayas and Mindanao regions.

Auditory Arts of Victorias

1. Kalamayan Festival Music

As celebrated on the season of Christmas, this music composition aims to strengthen the
yuletide spirit among Victoriahanons. As sweet as the hymns possess, the rhythm is
intended to give back on the sweetest Christmas the people can experience. It tends to
compact bonds among Victoriahanon and reminisce the hardwirk and labor laid for
continuing the run of Victorias as the main sugar supplier of the country. Basically, this
 music is intended to be more lenient of negativities and focus more on the rewards as the
year ends.

2. Kadalag-an Festival Music

Similar to the festival's aim, its music is intended to a song of victory, 'kadalag-an' in
vernacular. It also serves as commemoration of Victorias' shifting from municipality to city
status. This king of music is upbeat and tend to have a warrior vibe as reflected on street
dances incorporated. This, being a major festival of Victorias, is essential as the city's
treasure to hold. As heard on this music are the accompaniment of percussions in higher
pitches and tempo.

Combined Arts of Victorias

1. Victorias City Charter Anniversary / Kadalag-an Festival

The city celebrates the Annual Charter Anniversary every 21st day of March and Annual
Fiesta every 26th day of April. On this occasion, the search for Lin-ay sang Victorias,
street dancing and other cultural activities are presented. Visitors from neighboring towns
and cities as well as from other provinces come to Victorias to see the beauty and culture
of Victoriahanons.

2. Malihaw Festival

Celebrated every 26th of April, Malihaw festival is a celebration in honor of the lady, Nuestra
Senora de las Victorias. One of the highlights of this festival is the the re-enactment of the
apparition of the Nuestra Senora de las Victorias that repulsed the marauders and saved the
settlers. This is followed by a colourful fluvial parade of images of the Patroness along the
shoreline of the city which has been participated by devotees.
 SAGAY CITY

Brief Background

It all started with a small settlement founded by Tenientes Francisco Rodriguez and Basilio
Cordova in the year 1860, situated in the mouth of Bulanon River, which was then called
Arguelles. Through the active leadership of both founders the place thrived and prospered, and
eventually became a town. In 1870, the town was transferred to a bigger settlement near the
sea upon orders of the Spanish Governor who renamed it Pueblo de Magallanes, know today
as Barangay Old Sagay.

During the reign of Quintin Katalbas as town mayor in 1960, the name of the town was officially
changed to Sagay. Legend has it that Sagay derived its name from the semi-spherical shell
called sigay found abundant in the town’s many islets and shores. After the Second World War,
the seat of the Municipal Government was moved to Dalusan. It was again transferred to its
present site in Brgy. Rizal on December 22, 2002.

On June 11, 1996, the Municipality of Sagay was converted into a city, ratified on August 10,
1996 through a plebiscite by virtue of Republic Act 8192. During his visit to the province on
August 27, 1996, then President Fidel V. Ramos formally proclaimed Sagay the seventh city of
Negros Occidental, citing it as an excellent example for other striving communities. Sagay’s first
City Mayor Joseph G. Marañon, is now the Governor of Negros Occidental, having been elected
in 2001 and re-elected in 2003.

The big leap of the third class municipality of Sagay into a second class city was made possible
through the unwavering efforts of its local officials and relentless representation of then District II
Congressman Alfredo G. Marañon, Jr., who authored the cityhood bill. Sagay is home to a
32,000 hectare marine reserve that includes Carbin Reef, Panal Reef, Maca Reef and Maca
Shoal.

The Visual Arts of Sagay

1. Kape Albarako (Painting)

Located in Margaha Beach Resort, Barangay Old Sagay in Sagay City, “Kape Albarako” is
a 45-square-meter beach front property owned by 66-year-old artist, Nunelucio Alvarado,
who himself hails from Sagay.The art-gallery, which is built using bamboo sticks, is an
 artwork on its own since it is painted by Alvarado with the help of his children, to appear like
a mural depicting the colors red, white, blue and yellow

2. Christmas Tree Made by Stacked Stones

Christmas Tree made up of pile of stones located at the centre of Sagay’s plaza.It is used
every December during the lights on activity.The christmas Tree set as a reminder to the
people that christmas spirit is not only alive during December.

Auditory Arts of Sagay

1. Sagay Hymn
The lyrics of the song go along the lines of:
O Sagay, beloved city
Our joy and inspiration
Devoted we shall always be
To your glory we shall stand.
O land of hope and progress
Fertile fields and radiant skies
Your mighty seas and rivers
Flow with life and beauty bless.
Sagaynons so God-loving people
Brave and virtues we shall prosper
Together we’ll move forward
To our cherished destiny.
O rise with burning fervor
Let us join our minds and hearts
And build with peace and harmony
Sagay o’ natures paradise.

2. Where Love for Nature Begins

A song written by Lean Cordero, and was used as the city’s new ecotourism branding. It
shows nature’s beauty as seen in Sagay City.

Combined Arts of Sagay

1. Feast of St. Joseph & Sinigayan Festival (March 19)

Sinigayan Festival held every 3rd week of March is an annual celebration and thanksgiving
in honor of their patron St. Joseph. Sinigay sa Sagay is an expression of art and culture of
the hardworking and God – fearing Sagaynons displayed and exhibited during the Annual
Sinigayan Festival as eloquent assertion of thanksgiving on the past year.

2. Feast of San Vicente Ferrer, Vito ( May 1-2)

The old wooden image of San Vicente Ferrer at Vito Church is said to have miraculous
healing powers. This is the reason why every Friday especially the first Friday of the month,
devotees flock to Vito Church as part of their panaad (religious vow).Barangay Vito is a
bustling fishing village along the coast of Sagay City facing Molocaboc Island.
 CADIZ CITY

Brief Background

Cadiz traces its beginnings to the establishment of a traditional settlement in a place known as
Cadiz Viejo, near the banks of Hitalon River. Historical records showed that in 1861, the
Spaniards came and named the settlement Cadiz because of its northern location which
reminded them of the seaport by the same name in Spain.

Cadiz became a municipality independent from Saravia (now E.B. Magalona) in 1878. Its first
appointed Gobernadorcillo was Antonio Cabahug, married to Capitana Francisca Cito. The
outbreak of the Spanish-American War saw Cadiz taking part in the insurrection. Her sons and
daughters headed by Francisco Abelarde, took up arms against their Spanish masters.

During the short-lived government of the cantonal state of the Federal Republica de Negros,
Jose Lopez Vito was elected its president. At the onset of American rule, Cadiz was on its way
to prosperity with the operation of two lumber companies in the area. The war years brought a
stop to all these economic activities and much suffering to the people of Cadiz. The resistance
movement put up the civil government in the mountains to deal with civilian affairs. In the post-
war election of 1952, Joaquin Ledesma was elected mayor.

On July 1967, Cadiz was inaugurated as a city by virtue of Republic Act No. 4894 which was
passed by Congress on June 17, 1967. The Act was authored by the late Congressman
Armando Gustilo.

The Visual Arts of Cadiz

1. World War II Memorial Wall (Architectural)

The World War II Memorial Wall is a monument for those who figured prominently in the
liberation of Negros from the Japanese Imperial Forces. It is a tribute to all war veterans
who fought against the invaders during the World War II. An enormous list of heroes is
emblazoned onto the 10-feet-tall wall.

2. Señor Sto. Niño de Cadiz

 The image of Señor Sto. Niño de Cadiz is used in parades during the Dinagsa Festival.
The festival itself serves as homage to Señor Sto. Niño de Cadiz, the city’s Patron Saint.
The image is currently enshrined in the parish of Cadiz City.

The Auditory Arts of Cadiz

1. Dakbanwang Nalulutan

Dakbanwang Nalulutan is the official city hymn of Cadiz City. It won during the
songwriting competition last January 1995 and became the official city hymn through SP
resolution in 1998 and is now sung in all public and private schools all throughout the
city. The song was composed by Pastor Primo Ruiz Ravina originally sung by Ely Mayo
Diola, Ruben Demonteverde, Pastor Ravina, and Noel Magbanua who also arranged
into 4 voices and accompanied on his keyboard by Jun Torreverde.

2. Dinagsa Drums

The Dinagsa Drums are the fast and deafening beats of drum played during Dinagsa
Festival. The Ati” tribes—garbed in their colorful costumes—dance to the beat of drums
whilst carrying the image of Señor Sto. Niño.

The Combined Arts of Cadiz

1. Dinagsa Festival

A weeklong celebration every 3rd week of January in honor of the city’s Patron Saint, the
Señor Sto. Niño de Cadiz. Various programs are lined up for this such as motocross,
drum and corps competition, Ginoong Cadiz and Mutya. These are a few of the many
programs during the celebration. This spectacular revelry features “Ati” tribes garbed in
their colorful costumes dancing to the fast and deafening beat of drums while carrying
the image of the Holy Child Jesus.

2. City Charter Day

A four-day celebration which marks the anniversary of Cadiz as a city. The fete starts
with an agro-industrial fair and exhibits, various sports tournaments and exhibitions
games, nightly musical entertainment, street dancing, and presentations, beauty
pageants, band competition. The festival is highlighted by a parade participated by
government and non-government organizations, all barangays and all schools in Cadiz
City.