Julián Felipe
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Julian Felipe is the composer of the Philippine national anthem Lupang Hinirang.[1] He was born in Cavite City, Cavite on January 28, 1861. A dedicated music teacher and composer, he was appointed by Emilio Aguinaldo as Director of the National Band of the First Philippine Republic. He died in Manila on October 2, 1941.
A bust of Felipe can be found in Cavite City located near San Sebastian College - Recoletos de Cavite.
[edit] References
- ^ Lim, Josh. [http://david.national-anthems.net/ph.htm Philippines "Lupang Hinirang" (Beloved Land)]. Retrieved on 2007-08-02.
[edit] External Link
- Historia de la Marcha Nacional Filipino Full text document written by Julian Felipe on the history of the Philippine National Anthem
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