I welcome you to the Musical Techniques and Styles of Kulintang, an intoxicating gong-based Southern Philippines tradition. Rich in cultural legacy, the kulintang music of the Maguindanao and Maranao people attracts with their melodies and rhythms. From the dance-inspired Sinulog to the energetic Binalig and the graceful Pamulakbuan, learn the special techniques and styles. Come experience the passion and heart of this ageless musical art form with us, where every performance vividly expresses history and community. 

A rich variety of musical techniques and styles abound in Kulintang music. Interesting performances are produced by methods like melodic variety, rhythmic patterns, call-and-response, cross-rhythm, and dynamic techniques. The styles vary from ceremonial and social, characterized by structured and interactive rhythms, to dance and improvisational, which emphasize rhythmic alignment with choreography and creative expression. Kulintang is a vivid and long-lasting musical tradition as every style and technique adds to the richness, adaptability, and cultural significance of the music.