Manila Symphony Orchestra
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The Manila Symphony Orchestra is one of the oldest orchestras in Asia. Founded by Alexander Lippay in 1926, the orchestra has played a major role in Philippine history, including acting as a symbol of
Alexander Lippay
Francisco Santiago
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Francisco Santiago was a Filipino musician, sometimes called The Father of Kundiman Art Song.
Manila Symphony Orchestra
…refused to perform as a protest and hid their instruments. In retaliation, the Japanese formed the New Philippines Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Francisco Santiago. Following the liberation of the Philippines in 1945, the Manila Symphony Orchestra was reformed by Herbert Zipper. Its first post-liberation concert…
Francisco Santiago in 1924
Santiago in 1945
Ancestral house
Historical marker created by the Philippines Historical Committee in 1964 to commemorate Santiago at his hometown in Santa Maria, Bulacan