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Celebrate Filipino-American Heritage Month

Nesbitt Hall, Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA

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Celebrate Filipino-American Heritage Month

Come join the Philippine Folk Arts Society, Inc. (PFASI) in collaboration with the Filipino Intercultural Society of Drexel University (FISDU) at its 7th Annual Rondalla Concert on Friday, October 4 from 6-8 pm at the Nesbitt Hall of Drexel University on 3215 Market Street, Philadelphia PA 19104.

This year, we will highlight celebration of Filipino-American History Month by showcasing music, dances and special performances from various student groups.

Metered street parking is available on Market, Chestnut and nearby streets as well as in the following parking garages:

1. Block of Market-Powelton & 33rd-34th Streets (street parking)
2. Block of Race-Arch & 34th-35th Streets (street parking)
3. 31st & Market (3181 JFK Blvd)
4. Park America (3101 Market St)
5. Parkway 30th & JFK Lot (3052 JFK Blvd)

For more information and sponsorships, email pfasinc@gmail.com.

About RONDALLA
A rondalla is an ensemble of stringed instruments that are played with a plectrum or pick. They originated in Spain but became most popular in Philippine folk music after their introduction to the islands during the 19th century. The major Philippine rondalla instruments are the banduria (cordophone), the guitar, the octavina (lute), the laud (cittern) & the bass guitar or double bass. During the 1960s, rondallas (string ensembles) were extremely popular in the Philippines, and they regularly competed with each other on television & radio programs. Rondalla groups based in other countries, including the United States, help keep the tradition alive.

About PFASI
The Philippine Folk Arts Society, Inc. (PFASI) is a 501c(3) organization which aims to promote awareness and appreciation of Filipino culture, and contribute to enriching ethnic diversity by showcasing Philippine folk dances, Filipino music through its string ensemble "Rondalla" and language and arts workshops with "Eskuela Filipino". PFASI holds annual Rondalla concert to raise funds for the benefit of disaster victims.