QuestionsQuestions (Commonwealth Act No. 490)
Proclamation No. 933 declares the last week of July of every year as “Linggo ng Musikang Pilipino.”
The proclamation cites the constitutional mandate that arts and culture shall enjoy the patronage of the State, and that the State shall conserve, promote, and popularize the nation’s historical and cultural heritage and artistic creations.
EO 255 requires radio stations with musical format programs to broadcast a minimum of four original Pilipino musical compositions in every clock hour; Proclamation No. 933 aligns with this by encouraging similar broadcasting during the celebration.
Any musical composition created by a Filipino, whether the lyrics are in Pilipino, English, or any other language or dialect.
Proclamation No. 1173 (s. 1973) declared the last week of November of each year as the National Music Week for Young Artists.
The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) is designated as the lead agency.
All departments, agencies, and instrumentalities of the national government, including government-owned and -controlled corporations, are encouraged to extend support and active participation.
Yes. The proclamation explicitly includes local government units (LGUs) among those encouraged to participate.
Yes. It includes the private sector, explicitly mentioning radio stations with musical format programs as private sector stakeholders encouraged to participate.
In consonance with EO 255, all radio stations are hereby encouraged to broadcast a minimum of four (4) original Pilipino music in every clock hour during a program with a musical format during the celebration.
The proclamation uses the word “encouraged,” indicating it provides guidance rather than a direct coercive mandate, even though it is in consonance with EO 255’s policy framework.
It invites other public and private institutions to play original Pilipino music in their respective establishments, where appropriate, during the celebration.
Key objectives include reviving original Pilipino music through audience awareness and appreciation; promoting and developing the local music industry as advancement of Filipino art and culture; and contributing to the economy via employment, revenue streams, and support for other local industries.
EO No. 255 (s. 1987) is referenced regarding radio broadcasting of original Pilipino music, and Proclamation No. 1173 (s. 1973) is referenced regarding National Music Week for Young Artists.
It is a presidential proclamation, used to declare or promote national observances and call for governmental and private participation; in general, it functions as an official policy/celebration directive rather than a statute enacted by Congress.
It was done in the City of Manila and signed by Benigno S. Aquino III, with the attestation of Paquito N. Ochoa, Jr., Executive Secretary.