MUSIC INSTRUMENTS FROM THE PHILIPPINES

Ullalim

An ullalim epic is a traditional music and poetry form of the Philippines. These are long chanted stories passed down for hundreds of years that tell the exploits of heroes. They are classics of the Malayo-Polynesian language family. The most skilled poets would memorize epic cycles that took two to four days to recite during all-night dramatic performances. Two examples of precolonial (before the Spanish came) epics that survive today are Biag ni Lam-ang (Legend of Lamang) in Ilocano (a northern Luzon dialect) and Ibalon in Bicol (a southern Luzon dialect). The term ullalim is sometimes used today to refer to that style of song, but the real ullalim is the epic poem of the Kalinga people. An article I read says that the singer would dress up in brilliant, flashy clothes like the hero described in the story. Check out this website and see if it helps you.

Ullalim -this is a long epic song of the Kalinga about the adventures of Banna, the hero of the epic, and his amorous relationship with Laggunawa. This song is usually sung at night during happy festivities like a peace pact or budong. It can also be sung in the home for entertainment. The song contained several chapters about bravery, wisdom, heroism, and nobility of the hero Banna.

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EMERITA DE GUZMAN

Emerita De Guzman

Filipino scientist Emerita De Guzman researched the propagation of pure makapuno trees. In particular, she studied the growth and development, in vitro, of the makapuno coconut embryo. Emerita De Guzman research led to the faster propagation of pure macapuno trees and increased makapuno nut production from 3-5 makapuno nuts to 14-19 nuts. Emerita De Guzman also invented tissue culture techniques for the rapid propagation of abaca and banana plants.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Botany from the University of the Philippines in 1953
• MS degree in Plant Physiology from Cornell University in 1956
• Ph.D. in Plant Physiology from Cornell University in 1961

Awards:

• Rizal Pro Patria award 1976
• SEARCA professional Chair in Plant Physiology 1974-1976
• Outstanding Scientist Award of the Philippine Association for the Advancement of Science 1976
• Professional Award for agriculture of the UP Alumni Association, 1977

DOLORES A. RAMIREZ

RAMIREZ, DOLORES A.

Ph.D. Biochemical Genetics
• Ph.D. Biochemical Genetics
• M.S. (Cytogenetics), University of Minnesota, 1958
• Ph.D. (Biochemical Genetics), Purdue University, 1963
Year elected as Academician: 1987

Year conferred as National Scientist: 1998

Dr. Ramirez is recognized for her researches in biochemical genetics and cytogenetics. She has been working on the genetic systems controlling the makapuno endosperm of coconut; the genetics of chemical resistance factors against Cercospora kex leaf spot; and the cytogenetics of the hybrids of rice with related wild species.

Dr.Ramirez was holder of the SEARCA Professorial Chair for Genetics (1974-76), and recipient of the Gregorio Y. Zara award in basic research (1976), Rizal Pro Patria award for outstanding achievement in science (biochemical genetics) (1981), and UP Professorial achievement award in agriculture (1985).

BALDOMERO M. OLIVERIA JR.

OLIVERA, JR., BALDOMERO M.

Ph. D. Biochemistry
• Ph. D. (Biochemistry), California Institute of Technology, 1965
Born:
Year elected as Academician (Corresponding Member): 2003

In recognition of his significant studies and accomplishments in the field of biochemistry and molecular biology, specifically the discoveries of numerous Conus peptides which are now in various phases of clinical trials as highly specific drugs for pain, epilepsy, and other disorders of the nervous system. His researches on marine gastropods and his keen sense of observation have led to the elucidation of the mechanism of action, functions, and classification of the neuroactive Conus peptides into families and superfamilies.

Dr. Olivera serves as an inspiration to Filipino biochemists and other scientists, as he, since the early stages of his career, has contributed significantly to the growth of molecular biology and biotechnology with his isolation and characterization of the key enzymes such as DNA ligase and the DNA polymerase.

He has been very generous in sharing his expertise with students, research assistants and faculty members of various universities; he has helped obtain fellowships for their training here and abroad, and has maintained a partnership and collaboration with the University of the Philippines Marine Science Institute in the country for more than three decades.

FILEMON A. URIARTE JR.

URIARTE JR, FILEMON A.

Ph.D. Chemical Engineering
• Ph. D.Carnegie-Mellon University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, 1970
• M.E., University of the Philippines, 1967
• BSCE, University of the Philippines, 1965
Born: October 15, 1945

Year elected as Academician: 2000

Dr. Uriarte has been recognized for his scientific work on the application of the modern theory of flocculation/ aggregation for multi-component solutions and suspensions and the subsequent engineering applications to environmental pollution control.

Dr. Uriarte was also a recipient of the Outstanding Young Scientist Award in 1984 for his outstanding contributions in the fields of waste utilization and industrial pollution control.

AMADOR C. MURIEL

MURIEL, AMADOR C.

Ph. D. Physics
• B.S., University of the Philippines, 1959
• M.A., State University of New York, 1965
• Ph. D., State University of New York at Stony Brook, 1967
Born: November 24, 1939

Year elected as Academician (Corresponding Member): 2003

In recognition of his significant works and outstanding contributions to the field of theoretical physics, in particular, his development of theoretical tools to explain turbulence. His new kinetic equation is useful for exploring fundamental problems of non- equilibrium statistical mechanics.

In his researches on stellar dynamics, he has proven analytically that self-gravitation alone is sufficient to produce a hierarchy of structures in one dimension. Dr. Muriel discovered the exact and approximate solutions for the behavior of a two-level system, which were considered by his peers as a pioneering contribution to a quantum Turing machine, now a growing field in quantum computing.

Besides his contributions to the country, Dr. Muriel has also significantly contributed to the development of theoretical physics in the country. He has selflessly spent his own time and resources in training many undergraduate and graduate students and researches at several universities in the Philippines

ANGEL C. ALCALA

ALCALA, ANGEL C.

Ph. D. Biological Sciences
• B.S. Biology (magma cum laude), Silliman University,1951
• M.A. (Biological Sciences), Stanford University, 1960
• Ph. D. (Biological Sciences), Stanford University, 1966
• Doctor of Humanities (honoris causa), Xavier University, 1995
Born: March 1, 1929

Year elected as Academician: 2004

Academician Angel C. Alcala is presently University Research Professor and Director of the Silliman University- Angelo King Center for Research and Environment Management, the CHED Zonal Center for Region 6 & 7, and the University Research and Development Center at Silliman University, Dumaguete City. Philippines. Prior to these academic positions, he served the Philippine government for nine years (1990-1999) first as Deputy Executive Director of the Philippine Council for Aquatic and Marine Research and Development under the Department of Science and Technology, then as Secretary of Environment and Natural Resources and later as first Chairman of the Commission on Higher Education during the Ramos presidency. He was Professor of Biology at Silliman University and served as its president for two years before taking up the last two government positions. He is currently University Research Professor at Silliman University.

Academician Alcala obtained his BS in Biology magna cum laude from the Silliman University in 1951 and went on to finish an MA (1960) and a PhD (1966) in Biological Sciences at Stanford University, Stanford, California, USA. He received honorary doctorates from Xavier University and University of Southeastern Philippines. He has conducted extensive research on Philippine amphibians and reptiles since the mid- 1950s. He served as consultant on marine and aquatic projects supported by the UNEP, UNDP, World Bank GEF, and the UP MSI. He also actively participated in the Australian-ASEAN marine project (mid-1980s - early 1990s). The Silliman Marine Laboratory, which he founded in 1973-74, has been active in research on marine protected areas, fisheries and marine biodiversity, mariculture, and conservation of Philippine plant and animal species. His marine science publications consist of about 80 papers on coral reef fish, marine reserves, long-term effects of protection on marine biodiversity such as corals and top predatory fish. Most of these papers have been published in refereed, international journals and books.