Did you know: National Artist for Music Francisco Feliciano

Today, Feb. 19, is the 75th birth anniversary of National Artist for Music Francisco Feliciano. Born in 1941, Feliciano was a composer, conductor, and educator. He obtained a master’s degree in composition from the University of the Philippines and a master’s and a doctorate degree in composition from the Yale School of Music. Among his notable works are “La Loba Negra,” “Pokpok Alimpako,” and the ballet piece “Yerma.” Feliciano was named National Artist in June 2014 and died a few months after on Sept. 19 that year. Marielle Medina, Inquirer Research