Manilatown Academy invites you to a Manilatown Ancestral hands-on beginners workshop on pre-colonial Philippine music and movement at the International Hotel Manilatown Center!

Manilatown Academy invites you to a Manilatown Ancestral hands-on beginners workshop on pre-colonial Philippine music and dance at the International Hotel Manilatown Center!

Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Philippine Kalinga percussion as we explore the interlocking rhythms of the bamboo and metal gongs. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this event is perfect for anyone interested in learning and appreciating the beauty of Philippine pre-colonial music. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with ancestral heritage and discover the power of percussion.

Let's make some music together!

Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Mah Jongg. Join us at the International Hotel Manilatown Center.

Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Philippine Maguindanao percussion as we explore the interlocking rhythms of the trance song Tagonggo and the dance Sagayan. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this event is perfect for anyone interested in learning and appreciating the beauty of Philippine pre-colonial music. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with ancestral heritage and discover the power of percussion. And as a bonus, Guest Teacher Patrick Tamayo will introduce us to the movements of Sagayan, which is customarily accompanied by Tagonggo.

Chess is stern, Checkers is a bit dotty, and Scrabble tends to be wordy. But Mah Jongg is seductive. From the tiles' rich luster and the game's challenging nature to its enigmatic history and magical power to unite people, Mah Jongg is not just a game! It is a way of life—a stylish one at that.

Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Philippine Teduray percussion as we explore the interlocking rhythms of the song Ka'atung. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this event is perfect for anyone interested in learning and appreciating the beauty of Philippine music. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with our ancestral heritage and discover the power of percussion. And as a bonus, if attendees are interested, we can also explore the dance that Ka'atung accompanies: the Teduray Social Dance.

Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Philippine Maguindanao kulintang percussion as we explore the rhythms and beats of the song Binalig. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this event is perfect for anyone interested in learning and appreciating the beauty of pre-colonial Philippine music.