Antukin: Philippine Folk Songs and Lullabyes

by Felicidad A. Prudente (Illustrator), Joanne de Leon (Illustrator)

Whether in cradles and duyans, at Nanay's bedside, or on Lolo's lap, all children love singing or being sung to. Now parents and grandparents can share with their young ones the delightful music contained in this collection of Philippine songs. Gathered together from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao by musicologist Dr. Felicidad A. Prudente are 32 folk songs and lullabyes accompanied by English translations or descriptions. Joanne de Leon's deeply satisfying illustrations paint a musical landscape that resonates with joyful notes of childhood.

Includes such favorites as: Bahay Kubo, Leron-Leron Sinta, Paruparong Bukid, Penpen di Sarapen, Sitsiritsit, Magtanim Ay Di Biro, Tilibum, Mabayu, Atin Cupung Singsing,Dandansoy, Pagtulog na Nene, Lubi-Lubi, Ang Alibangbang, Dindikan,and Salidummay.

79 pages, Spiral-bound

First published January 1, 1998