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GINGOOG CITY COMPREHENSIVE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Special Program in the Arts


Art Research II

Category: Performing Arts

Name of the Element: Pulala

I. Background Information

A. Type: [ ] Dance [ ] Literary Performance


[✓] Instrumental Music [✓] Indigenous Form
[ ] Theater/Drama [ ] Others________
[ ] Sung verse/Vocal Music

B. Photo:

C. Geographical Location and Range of the Elements:

The Pulala flute originates from the Higaunon tribe, one of the indigenous groups of Northern Mindanao,
Philippines.

D. Related Domain of the Intangible Cultural Heritage:

[✓] Oral Tradition and Expressions


[✓] Social Practices, Rituals and Festive Events
[✓] Knowledge and Practices concerning nature and the universe
[✓] Traditional Craftsmanship

II. Description of Intangible Heritage

A. Summary of the elements:


The Pulala is a bamboo flute of the Higaonon people, made from Bagacay bamboo, measuring
16 inches with 4 to 8 finger holes. It is used in rituals, ceremonies, and social gatherings,
believed to have magical properties, and played during healing rituals, tribal meetings, and
spiritual gatherings.
B. Culture-bearer/s and practitioner/s of the elements:
The Higaonon people
C. Mode of Transmission:
The Pulala flute is passed down by teaching and practice. Elders and skilled players show
younger people how to play it.
D. List of Significant Tangible Movable Heritage Used/Associated with the Elements:

Name of Object Photo Year produced or Use of the object in the


estimated age practice
The Pulala Estimated to be It is used in a variety of
centuries old ceremonies, such as
healing rituals, tribal
assemblies and spiritual
gatherings.

E. List of Significant Flora/Fauna Used/Associated with the Elements

Name of the Flora/Fauna Photo Use of the Flora/Fauna in the


Practice
Bagacay Bamboo The Bagacay Bamboo is used to
create the Pulala Flute.

III. Stories Associated With the Elements

The Pulala is believed to have magical powers. They use the pulala during healing rituals, tribal assemblies,
and spiritual gatherings. Because the Higaonon people say that when it is played, its sound can connect with
spirits, bring wisdom, and offer protection.

IV. Significance

The Pulala is important to the Higaonon tribe because it is part of their culture and beliefs. It is played in rituals,
ceremonies, and gatherings and is believed to have healing and magical powers. Keeping the Pulala alive
helps preserve and protect their traditions for future generations of the Higaunon.

V. Assessment of the Practice

A. Condition/Status of the Practice:

B. Constraints/Threats/Issues/Challenges:
C. Measures and Description of Safeguarding Measures Taken:
[ ] transmission, particularly through formal education
[ ] transmission, particularly through non-formal education
[ ] identification, documentation, research
[ ] preservation, protection
[ ] promotion, enhancement
[ ] revitalization

VI. References:

Supporting Documentation:
[ ] Audio/Video Recording
[ ] Photographs and sketches
[ ] others ________________

Key Informant/s:
Mr. Landy V. Mandahinog

Reference/s:
Gingoog City Museum and Archives
Waway Saway’s Art Mission

Name of Cultural Researcher/s:


Angelique Krainyl A. Morales
Ruth Lorieme C. Noble
Jhy Luis O. Navarro
Jebirth F. Felecia
Jose Gabriel U. Anacaya

Date Profiled:

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