Subli
The Subli, a religious folk dance predominantly observed in Batangas, Philippines, finds its origins in Bauan and Alitagtag. Widely practiced across the province’s southwestern region of Luzon, it serves as …
Music
Bato Balani sa Gugma (Gozos al Sr. Sto. Nino) Piano Solo
This piano solo version is meant for maybe a quiet meditation. The literal translation of “Bato Balani sa Gugma” is “Magnet of Love.” It made its initial appearance in the …
PhilFest 2024
I put together a little clip for PhilFest 2024! PhilFest 2024, by the Philippine Cultural Foundation, Inc., proudly upholds the cherished tradition of spotlighting and celebrating Filipino culture in a …
Pastoral Suite
“Pastoral Suite” is a collection of three traditional Pangasinense dances, “Binasuan” (Glass Dance) , “Binoyugan” (Clay Pot Dance} and “Sayaw sa Bangko” (Dance on Benches). Collectively, these dances from Pangasinan …
Duck Fight
Two ducks fighting by the like during an early evening walk around my neighborhood! It’s amazing to watch wildlife right here in the City of Tampa! What a duck fight …
Semmek
Semmek is named after a unique fabric woven by the Yakan tribes from the island of Basilan, Philippines. Back in the days, Yakan women traditionally made textiles for their cultural …
Nais Ko for Two Pianos | Cayabyab-Pacis
This classic song of National Artist for Music Maestro Ryan Cayabyab is masterfully arranged for two pianos by Nhick Pacis. The work is an imaginative arrangement of the song equally …
Ave Maria (Schubert)
Vic Omila sings “Ave Maria” by Franz Schubert. I am playing the piano accompaniment on the Black Grand. This version of “Ave Maria”, composed in 1825, is one of Schubert’s most popular compositions.
Auld Lang Syne Improvisation
Here is an Auld Lang Syne Improvisation on the keyboard which I recorded a few years back. Auld Lang Syne is a traditional Scottish tune used to bid farewell to …