Preserving our cultural heritage helps us to understand our roots better and uphold our integrity as Filipinos. This is why it is important for Filipinos — wherever they may be — to celebrate National Heritage Month, which happens every May. Saway demonstrates the use of a two-stringed, lute-style musical instrument called the kudlong. Saway introduced his tribe and the Talaandig Tribe Band as custodians of the Kitanglad Rainforest in Bukidnon to the guests. “When the forest is destroyed, the inspiration of indigenous music is also destroyed,” he added.

Source: Philippine Star June 01, 2019 16:00 UTC