Monthly Archives: March 2011

Harana and the Latin Rhythms

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Administrator

I was once chastised for using a distinctly Latin rhythm on a popular Filipino harana song ‘Sa Gitna Ng Dilim’ on the opening scene of the Harana The Movie trailer. “Travesty!” they say, a bastardization of the noble harana rhythm. … Continue reading →

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Why do Filipinos Love Sad Pensive Songs?

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Administrator

Admit it. If you’re Filipino, you are a sucker for corny ballads. You go teary-eyed on some of the sappiest American pop songs. Even boxer Manny Pacquiao belts out an old tune from the 70s (Sometimes When We Touch by … Continue reading →

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