Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 810)
The 1987 Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines provides for patronage of arts and letters by the State, supporting the declaration of National Artists.
The purpose of the Order of National Artists Award is to give appropriate recognition and prestige to Filipinos who have distinguished themselves and made outstanding contributions to Philippine arts and letters.
The Order of National Artists Award was established under Proclamation No. 1001 (s. 1972) and is administered jointly by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts and the Cultural Center of the Philippines, by virtue of Proclamation No. 1144 (s. 1973) and Republic Act No. 7356 creating the National Commission for Culture and the Arts.
Francisco F. Feliciano was declared National Artist for Music under Proclamation No. 810, dated June 20, 2014.
Francisco F. Feliciano's achievements as a composer, conductor, and educator greatly contributed to bringing awareness to people worldwide about the Philippines' unique indigenous music.
The NCCA and CCP jointly recommend individuals for the Order of National Artists Award and jointly administer the award as its Secretariat.
The President of the Philippines has the authority to declare a Filipino as a National Artist pursuant to the Constitution and existing laws.
While not detailed in the text, the title of National Artist comes with privileges and emoluments attached thereto, typically including financial benefits, recognition, and other privileges as provided by law.
Republic Act No. 7356 creates the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, which administers the Order of National Artists Award together with the Cultural Center of the Philippines.
Proclamation No. 810 is signed by the President of the Philippines, executed under the powers vested by the Constitution and existing laws, and is sealed with the official seal of the Republic of the Philippines, giving it official legal recognition.