RONDALLA String ENSEMBLE

The rondalla (also rondalya) was introduced to the Philippines when it was part of the Spanish East Indies. In the early Spanish period, certain styles were adopted by the natives, especially guitarra and bandurria used in the pandanggo, the jota, and the polka. The use of the term comparza was common, however, during the American period, the term rondalla became more used.

offering rondalla classes starting August 2024

Session 1: Parol Festival

August-December

Saturdays, 11am-12:30pm

Open to all ages. No prior music background needed but welcomed.

Students are prepared for PASACAT’s main productions: Junior Concert held in the Summer, Parol Festival held in December and the Biennial Extravaganza held every even year in September/October. To register for the classes complete the Class Registration Form and a PASACAT Representative will contact you.

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