Nicanor Abelardo
Filipino pianist and composer of 'Bituin'
Born
February 7th, 1893
132 years ago
Died
1934
91 years ago — 41 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Philippines
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Born in 1893, a prominent Filipino composer and pianist contributed significantly to the development of traditional and contemporary Philippine music. Known for blending Western classical influences with Filipino folk elements, compositions spanned various genres including kundimans and symphonic works. Served as a music teacher, influencing generations of students. Abelardo played a vital role in the creation of the Philippine Academy of Music, which fostered local talent. His notable work, 'Bituin', is celebrated as one of the most beloved songs in the Philippines.
Composed 'Bituin', a famous kundiman
Established the Philippine Academy of Music
Influenced Filipino music education
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