MADALING ARAW 🇵🇭 Francisco Santiago performer: RAFFY LATA arranger: Jose Valdez This was one of the first kundiman pieces I played 15 years ago. I just want to see if I can still play it and if I can play it better this time (or not). I enjoy playing kundiman pieces by the great masters and Santiago is definitely on par with the likes of Nicanor Abelardo, Santiago Suarez, Miguel Velarde Jr. and many other composers from this golden era of Filipino music, from the early to mid-20th century. Ple

PAKIUSAP 🇵🇭 performer: RAFFY LATA Here’s another one that’s just as compelling and perhaps more familiar to most Filipinos, at least those who listen to kundiman and harana music. This is one of my favorite pieces to play and it never gets old for me. "Pakiusap" is a timeless Filipino love song composed in the early 20th century. The lyrics unravel a heartfelt plea from the singer to their beloved, expressing deep devotion and longing. Through its poetic language and emotional depth, the song

Pakiusap lang | Bryan T. Francisco