HARANA - Full Feature Documentary

Award-winning documentary Harana - The Search for the Lost Art of Serenade (2012).
Now streaming for free on KZbin.
Upon his father's death, Florante, a classically trained guitarist returns to the Philippines after 12 years of absence and rediscovers the music of harana - a long-forgotten tradition of Filipino serenading when men sang under the window at night to declare their love for a woman.
Intent on unearthing these unheralded songs, Florante travels to the remote provinces where he discovers three of the last surviving practitioners - a farmer, a fisherman and a tricycle driver.
Word soon spread of these master haranistas whose style of singing touch the hearts everywhere they performed. But the question remains - can harana be restored to its former glory or is it doomed to vanish silently into the night forever?
Produced by Florante Aguilar and Fides Enriquez
Directed by Benito Bautista
Cinematography by Peggy Pealta
Sound Recording by Raffy Magsaysay
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[@bien1052]

When Tatay Felipe said, "I hope we'll see each other again," and then Tatay Romeo replied, "We'll see each other there," I literally burst into tears at that part because that was their final meeting and possibly the most beautiful moment in their lives. Tatay Romeo said, "These are the last two minutes of our lives," and that's it, they did what they wanted, to be heard by everyone. And now, they're peacefully doing their grand serenades and singing their favorite songs in heaven. They're being listened to by the Almighty.

[@whatevermariver]

Just watched this today with my son and my mom (who is 82). She started singing along to some of the songs. I asked how she knew them and she said that she used to sing them with my Lola when they would iron clothes for money. I asked her when the last time she heard them and she said back when she sang them with her. I got hella emotional. Thank you for this documentary and preserving this dying tradition ♥️

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Thanks for sharing that!

[@SpencerZeiss]

​@@FloranteAguilarGuitar you are so talented Florante.

[@lolareyes9289]

Bring back memories thank you so much for sharing make me cry.Thank you again!

[@rubyfenn1730]

This made me tear up. I was really young when I heard the first and last harana where I was from.

[@eduardoorinia8289]

Kumusta na po kaya ang mga haranesta natin?

[@mistervhin]

Just watched this today. Di ko akalain na 3 yrs ago na pala ito at wala na pala silang tatlo. Thank you Florante for showcasing the talents that would have otherwise been buried in their graves. Made me realize how important it is to do what you love doing, while you still can. I felt like watching my Lolo(s) fulfill their lifelong dream. Harana songs are so pure and full of emotions and honesty. I did shed a few tears on their "farewell" scene but at the same time, very happy for them kasi kitang kita mo talaga na napakaligaya nila. What a way to spend the final years of their lives. Again, salamat for putting together this awesome documentary. Lots of love from Australia.

[@Fides-E]

This film was released in 2012. So, older than 3 years 😊

[@jasonbaul8827]

I listen to all kinds or music, from skrillex dubstep to mozart's classics, but nothing touches my soul and roots more then Harana songs. My uncle is also fond of this type of music and other rondalla songs. There is something just so beautiful about these songs, I hope we Filipinos learn how to appreciate and live this kind of music, our kind of music.

[@jesterrosadio4396]

galing no, si Mang Tinio isang Magsasaka, Mang Romeo isang mangigisda, Mang Felipe isang tricycle driver, pero mga tagong yaman pala ng Pilipinas,...nakakalungkot lang sana naabutan ko pa sila at makamayan at mapasalamatan man lang sila. im sure marami pang ibang nabubuhay na mga haranistas dyan. sana magkaroon ng episode 2. salamat Florante!

[@jingsDayoff]

Oo nga po grabe ang galing ng documentary film na ito

[@jhrbrtoxox]

Kaso si mang tinio ata wala😢.

[@secretheart4536]

Search mo po Pasigenyo.

[@minervatolentino1368]

salamat Florante, 73 years old na ako, matagal ko ng di napakinggan ang mga harana, lumang kanta na aking inaasam asam, salamat sa vlog mo, sana ipagpatuloy niyo sana na kantanhin ng mga matanda at ng ng mga bata.

[@markymike6145]

I was planning to watch this for two minutes when it came on, it piqued my curiosity as I was looking for an old Filipino folk song, but hey, here I am, nearing the end of this beautiful documentary. I must say I salute you and I must say that you Florante truly have the purest of hearts for the Filipino tradition which is sadly slowly fading if not completely forgotten. Thank you very much, you earned my admiration. ❤

[@jingsDayoff]

Agree ❤

[@marissapoblete1318]

Love this thanks sir Florante❤

[@rhenielcomia5896]

I saw the thumbnail and no second toughts, I watch it immediately. I grew up in the 90's and in the alternative rock era. Then we moved to Batangas in mid '97. I heard those elders playing harana and kundimans which is very facinating for a boy who was born in the Metros. I really missed those old days, no cellphone, no internet, not all have TV's, most of the times there were power interuptions and all you have to do was to listen to those elders ( Ka Sergio and Ka Nardo ) who tirelessly played harana songs and kundimans. I knew that Tatay Felipe and Tatay Tino are singing with all of their hearts up there. Kudos to you Maestro Florante, these songs will never be forgotten. ❤❤❤

[@Reichthoff]

While some might compare this style to Spanish or Mexican music, I still believe it has unique qualities that make it unmistakably Filipino. That feeling of complete surrender of the self to one's beloved, combined with the irony and pessimism of the lyrical content, as well as the pathetic, grassroots character of the vocal execution...what one might call "pagkasawi". This is just something I don't find in other Spanish-influenced genres. And fittingly so since the oppression under Spain reflects in the gloom of the music. So there's this historical precedent as well. It's Filipino in the way Jolibee spaghetti is Filipino...based on an existing Western recipe yet not quite like the original.

[@teresitacolindres-laya3261]

Insightful comment.

[@Fides-E]

The pre-colonial peoples of the Philippines had existing courtship rituals and rites long before Spain arrived. Kundiman is also uniquely Tagalog. Harana is unique to the Philippines because of this amalgamation of indigenous and colonial influences. We Filipinos best remember that. Spain did not give us Harana. That’s ours from the very beginning

[@bigdick3228]

Tama ka jan lods ... Nung araw kc cguro la pa recordings kaya uniquely pinoy style of singing yung nadebelop. Yun bang di nila alam kung pano talaga kumanta ung mga espanyol o chicano kaya tuloy may room for uniquely native expression ang lumabas sa mga kanta namin. Ngayon kasi puro gayagaya nalang tayo sa trending na mga artists mula sa ibang bansa tignan mo nalang kpop etc. Syempre tingin ko dahil sa recordings nanggagayahan nlng tayo e dati di naman ito posible so nag imbento tayo ng sariling estilo ng pang awit.

[@MrFree2nest]

Gypsy flamenco is it's extreme level with the latter indulging in its intense lamentation of oppression by the Spanish royalty.

[@santosjulian581]

Harana ti biag ken pinagayat Im old im 77 old..i recall everything...idi ubing...nagharanaak..ta ti na asawaak...harapan ang bahay...mula bata sabay kami papunta sa eskuela..hangat ngayon 3 kids...I LOVE HER BECUSE OF THIS HARANA...TKS TO YOU MR FLORANTE...

[@isabelosaguionjr6161]

Dapat maibalik muli ang tunay na kultura ng mga Filipino. Sir Florante Aguilar Your True Passion for Music will bridge the gap due almost for forgotten by new generations. Our long distinguished music, history and culture will bind us together once more. These also will teach the young genarations the value of respect and love for our elders and country.

[@georgeomine135]

Oh my God, my heart was crushed with emotions upon reading at the end that two of them passed away already. I know they're up there because they have sung their hearts out before passing. I hope this harana culture won't die out. You did a good job Florante..

[@ordisiify]

😢😢😢😢😢😢😢 PAALAM at MARAMING SALAMAT!!!!

[@nathpolido9964]

Tunay silang kayamanan ng ating bayan. Sa kabila ng payak na pamumuhay, may yaman silang hawak na di kailanman natin makakalimutan. Salamat sa musika Mang Tino, Mang Felipe.. nasa piling na kayo ng poong maykapal. Salamat Maestro Florante sa pagbabahagi ng dokyumentaryong ito.

[@flavianoaguanta2694]

Ang galing Ng boses ni Mang tino..kahit matanda na...na miss ko Rin Ang harana...nabingwit ko misis ko sa harana...I am 78 years old now...

[@ayembongski76]

Sadly, recently, Mang Romy passed away in 2021 according to sir Florente.

[@boyvergara4737]

I'm now 69 years old and my eyes got misty! Harana is one of our valued Filipino culture that reflects the true Filipino spirit! Salute to you, Florante Aguilar, for taking time & sacrifice to make this precious documentary! Hoping that through your documentary, Harana culture will be revived! Haranistas may vanish but the essence of harana, the SONG, will live on through the years! It only need a few young generation, with the deep Filipino spirit, to stir up the sleepy water! Florante Aguilar may your tribe increase among our young generation to carry on this GIFT the heaven gifted our nation! Just a few notes from those old songs will surely touch the dormant emotion in one's heart. The Filpino way of singing is just unique among the Filipinos! I could still remember Charmaine Clamor, who's based in the U.S., but still singing and reviving the Filipino culture keeping it alive! Wish you two would be able to meet and join your God-given gifts, to keep this Filipino culture of Harana alive!

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Charmaine Clamor is a friend and we continually collaborate over the years. Stay tuned for content featuring her in this channel!

[@irmamalabananok6751]

Ppp

[@8HPia8]

This man who plays the guitar left hand without changing the strings is truly incredible. He’s truly talented! ❤

[@patriareyes719]

Those were the happy days you hear harana a beautiful Filipino culture Serenading an admired lady at night time.A culture gone.

[@aikogiron3449]

This guy:Music Theory what?

[@beng.555]

Genius just like hendrix, he played the same way

[@blade65dagger]

@@aikogiron3449 i think the brain rewired, learned the reverse setup, then simply get along. i remembered there where a few back 35yrs ago - tambay sa kanto kaliwete somehow manage a bit like what was displayed above. tho the above where-in shall we say, superior in temporal ways

[@filomenojrhuelgas4074]

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[@drinksomewaterfirst9704]

10:59 that bayan ko was so beautiful especially on the chorus part when the whole crowd joined in.. This is how magical music is to the filipino people. You deserve millions for this senyor.

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Thank you! Credit goes to the whole Harana team!

[@glydelleprincessdawnreyna70]

Two of them may be gone now, but their legacies will always be remembered. Thank you for sharing their stories and talents, big respect.

[@Fides-E]

Unfortunately, Master Haranista Romeo Bergunio passed away in 2021.

[@8HPia8]

Never got tired of this. I so admire you Florante for finding these wonderful men who still remembered their “Harana” songs. You gave them life, truly brought them happiness. I can’t explain the love and emotions I feel when I watch the video. The way you found them and created this video is truly amazing! Your interaction with the people is such that they love you. Thank you again Florante. ❤

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Salamat! ❤️❤️❤️

[@nataliocanapi3788]

Love

[@danieltabura6753]

Try also in Visaya and Mindanao area txk Florantre continue this Filipino tradition we 100 percent supporting you mabuhay ka

[@ignaciolina1187]

😮 q.!!,,❤1..I.." . . ..With a thankful heart Florante ...for the happiness you've brought to my twilight years, ...once again to feel youth is exhilirating....🤗💕🌷👏🏻👍🌸🌷....a Documentary fo keeps by : FLORANTE AGUILAR ...!!!

[@marialuisarullian8441]

Documentary like this preserves cultural tradition. Thanks for this Florante.

[@uraveragetito1674]

From the History of Harana to Rooting for the Genuine Friendship of these 3+1 Haranistas! the really had such wonderful chemistry. in the end you will realize how great this documentary is. ~ 25:55 my lolo at bulacan used to sing this to us we little shits (mga iho deputa!)(lolo's version of Awit ko'y dinggin by ruben tagalog is absolutely masterful no words! napaka genuine nang galing sa puso) lalu na kapa brownout or blackout. he will start singing this to my Lola sa tapat ng gasera. lalu na ung introductory part palang.. this brought tears to my eyes now that both of them are gone. maraming salamat po for sharing this wonderful piece of modern art. ~ RIP Lolo Celestino. and Lolo Felipe

[@Fides-E]

Thank you for sharing your Lolo's and Lola's story.

[@marksantiago766]

What could i say but Thank you Sir Florante you didn't just immortalized the lost art serenade of the Philippines But you also did made their life change by finding them searching for them to have their dreams come true. tears went down watching this documentary it is one that i could say Remarkable and Immaculate. i was a fan of serenades when i was young tho people call me weird but because of how i sang it but this documentary showed me the true magic of music and love and how Music can heal and revolutionize a person thank you for making this documentary Sir Florentino.

[@derrick1976]

Filipino Culture at its best!

[@julianabolante7582]

Bilang isang bata ng bagong henerasyon, nakakatuwa na mayroong bumubuhay sa sining ng pag harana. Nakikilala ko ang iba sa mga kanta dahil sa mga kuwento ng aking magulang at mga lolo’t lola. Namamangha ako sa ganda ng dokumentong ito. Let’s hope that the art of harana will never be forgotten ❤️

[@noelbinayas1730]

Bless you Florante!! You deserve your name... be a national artist Forante... make this happen for Filipino Music!

[@JulietaEhilla]

Maestro Florante maraming salamat, binuhay mong muli ang natatanging kayamanan ng mga Filipino. Sana manumbalik sa ating lahi ang " HARANA" dahil sa inyo.

[@Unforgettable0219]

3 years ago pa pala ito...hindi ko akalain na matatapos ko itong panoorin in one sitting. I never got bored, halong tuwa at lungkot ang naramdaman ko habang pinapanood at pinapakingan mga awit nila na sa kabila ng kanilang edad ang galing pa nilang kumanta ng harana. Nalungkot ako ng labis nung mabasa ko na pumanaw na ang iba sa kanila. Marami pong salamat sa iniwan ninyong matamis na alaala, through this documentary, sa aming mga nabubuhay pa. Mabuhay ang awiting Pilipino, ang HARANA!

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Salamat po sa panonood. Namayapa na din po si Mag Romy noon 2021.

[@dannyriofrir1732]

Marami pa tayo sa ngayon kabayan

[@diosdadoguillermo2741]

Ano na po ang nangyari sa love story nina Brian? Sinagot po ba siya ni Jay-ann? Nagkatuluyan po ba sila? Nakakatuwa po ang eksenang ito nang mangharana kayo sa kanila Jay-ann para kay Brian. Salamat po..

[@rafaelmejiasalonga5775]

Sad, May they all rest in Peace.@@FloranteAguilarGuitar

[@luisbaltazar8056]

Beautiful! Wish there was a Spanish subtitles version to share with people in México! Edit: We play instruments called "jarana"

[@mylesgarcia4625]

Exactly, I was thinking the same thing as I started watching this. Harana is very akin to the Mexican mariachi-ranchero music. And what's the common denominator? Being ex-Spanish colonies. So Spain left something beautiful after all, to her former colonies -- music being one of them.

[@luisbaltazar8056]

@@mylesgarcia4625 Well I will say music is closer to the bolero, caribbean influence, and the Trío Romántico music in Mexico. The music wasn't so much "left" but there was a strong appropiation of instruments from people all over the colonies, then they created their own music.

[@ansherinanatalio2744]

And that's where we got the term "Harana"

[@EvSerenade]

@@mylesgarcia4625 Harana is also very akin to "Fado" of Lisbon, Portugal

[@jessicamorales3656]

Nakakatouch po and documentary na ito! Marami pong salamat sa pagtupad ng mga pangarap nila Mang Tino, Mang Felipe at Mang Romeo at iparanas sa kanila na maibahagi nila ang kanilang mga angking talento sa madla.

[@MiguelJohn0629]

I just finished watching it, and I was moved to tears when Mang Romeo remarked, "We will see each other again up there," and when the frame showed that Mang Aniel and Mang Alonzo had passed away.

[@maryjaneatienza-villarias7043]

Nakakalungkot lang isipin na wala ang nga lehitimong haranistas na ito, pero nakakataba ng puso na nabigyan sila ng isang pagkakataon para maipamalas at maibahagi ang kanilang mga busilak na talento🥰♥️ ang huhusay po nila😍 #thelegends

[@ilukanochannel7432]

I really appreciate your endeavor, Sir Florante, in documenting this cultural heritage. Hanga ako sa tatlong matanda, mga tunay silang bayani ng musika sa larangan ng Harana!

[@bimbongromano1189]

Mang Tino has the voice which we can rarely hear these days. Golden, smooth, classic, sobrang sarap sa tenga

[@rudymalabag8798]

Grabe ang ganda ng boses ni mang Tino, great

[@tachiebillano6244]

Ay, grabe. Agree. Kakaiba ang dating ng pagkanta ni Mang Tino. How do I put it? Malambing na nakakaiyak. Parang musika na galing sa kailaliman ng pusong sawi.

[@reizamael.morallos1316]

It’s year 2024 and Harana songs are literally still the sweetest 🥹 So happy I stumble upon a post on facebook about this documentary. I never thoughtthis documentary exists. As someone who lives in this year where harana is no longer practiced and gradually dying, I am so happy I still get to listen to these wonderful songs thru this documentary. Salamat, Florante. Salamat, Haranistas 🥹

[@giovannimamogay]

Tears welled up in my eyes as I watched the poignant documentary, triggering memories of my dear father and a longing for the past. Despite our limited financial means, life was simpler, gentler, and more tranquil back then, making me yearn for those peaceful times.

[@queenaguillesraij6804]

This is the best documentary I have ever seen. Best music, best songs. Best cinematography! You are a gifted soul and your performance with these Harana Kings that you have searched for is an excellent form of art. Mabuhay ka Sir Florante! Napakahusay mo tumipa ng gitara sa mga awiting pang harana. Bibihira na lamang ang marunong nyan. Salamat..maraming salamat! Tunay akong napaluha sa galak dahil it truly brings back memories at para akong dinuduyan sa saliw ng awit at tugtog ng gitara na pang harana.❤ Bravo!👏 👏 👏

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Maraming salamat po! :)

[@halconite2095]

This is the first time I watched a documentary from start to end. The Haranistas are such a musical geniuses. When in Manila, I used to stay too at the La Eleganza in QC. The place where the three musicians stayed before they parted ways. Mabuhay ang mga musikerong Pinoy!

[@jeanestioco6013]

Galing namn sana meron parin ganyan ngaun

[@migwi17]

The bond that those three formed was so heartwarming to see.

[@kirukatohashirama4345]

Because of this documentary of florante I’m inspired to create my grandparents love story into a movie animated or not. Thank you for letting me hear these magnificent songs that these men singed.

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Thank you and I’m glad it inspired you! 😀

[@alexisdunuan-kh9lt]

Very memorable!

[@Fro-st]

Words can't describe how I've felt as I watched this documentary. The intended message really resonates within the viewer. I hope that one day this documentary will reach out to most younger generations and somehow inspire each Filipino individual to practice and compose harana songs of their own. Thank you so much, Florante Aguilar, and the people who made this documentary possible. Daghan kaayong salamat

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Credit to the team. Thank you for watching! :)

[@lolitareyes9642]

Yes, thank you for making this documentary possible. You made Mang Tino happy for the last days of his life and also Mang Felipe.​@@FloranteAguilarGuitar

[@lolitareyes9642]

How I wish that my husband has seen this before he passed away. He loved to sing kundiman and harana song.. Thank you very much.

[@myrnaaragon1763]

This HARANA reminds me of my father and it so happened that he 's a guitarist and singer and all the songs that the HARANA sang ,he sang too and couldn't not hold my tears while watching because it reminds me of him,thank you Mr.Florante Aguilar for this documentary Still the Best of All,Mabuhay!!!

[@lalainenash2006]

Wow, this documentary is fantastic. It showcases the Philippines' most significant possessions- love and music. Your work to bring Harana back into the young people's awareness and fulfill the Haranista's dream of recording their music is admirable. I was born and raised in Cavite and now live in Los Angeles with my British American husband, who also serenaded me with an original song he composed during our wedding. We wish we had seen this group perform in Hollywood Bowl.

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Thank you for sharing!

[@lindalupton9744]

Love, love this! Thank you for producing this documentary and preserving the harana for future generations and giving these three old gentlemen the recognition, dignity and stature they deserve. Thank you Florante Aguilar and everyone involved in this endeavor! Kudos!

[@levarterom3273]

As of today, the Philippine population is reportedly at 118 million. And yet, this movie had reached only less than half a million for three years. It makes me sad to think that this part of the culture may be vanishing, if not already. After all, this movie was said to be produced in 2012. Where does both the government and the Filipino music industry have focused their resources on?

[@JLDormal]

very sad

[@Clementine-ps4fq]

Nothing has ever made me cry like this documentary, my old soul is so happy and touch

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

So glad to hear! Thank you for watching :)

[@MikeDavid_Davideos]

This deserves a million views. Kaysa unahin nating pasikatin yung mga K-pop at Hollywood cultures na yan ...OK lang naman po yon kung uunahin ang ating sariling pagkakakilanlan, sariling identity natin ito na hindi dapat masapawan ng iba. Bakit po mas maraming views yung sa banyaga? I-share po natin sa mga account natin sa social media for more viewership 👍

[@ricvincenttidalgo2245]

So many emotions felt when the 3 of them bid farewell to each other while teasing the oldest of the 3 to not cry. Chills! Thank you for this documentary sir. SALUTE TO ALL OF YOU FOR MAKING IT POSSIBLE!

[@pilarvillanueva8768]

Napakagandang kwento at pagtatanghal ng musika at kulturang Pilipino. Salamat, Florante. Nawa'y magpatuloy ka at dumami pa ang katulad mo.

[@peterparker4605]

gnon pala dati syang hnd ko inabutan...Rest in Paradise po kay sir Tino and Mang Felipe 😢 salute ako sa inyo

[@bonifacioaba2639]

I am a folk song enthusiast who idolized foreign artists, but when I came across your vlog and listened to your classic Filipino music, my my eyes hurt and blurred with tears I am not that sentimental guy but I don't understand why I was carried by the nostalgic sound of your instrumental rendition.

[@josephineg.matthews7653]

I'm really glad that there's still people who love this....And I wish there will be more young ones who will be interested and will keep this harana continues and not be forgotten.... .😍💖💗💕

[@NoelBarcelona]

I am 43 and love harana. I used to sing kundiman when I was in college and even won the university-wide singing competition. Hopefully, harana and kundiman should not only be heard on stage with paid tickets. Perhaps, soon this tradition will come back. Thanks Florante for producing this documentary.

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Salamat din :)

[@orlandogustar1717]

Nkita q ln ito by chance....salamat s iyo Maestro Florante Aguilar ,isa kang tunay n alagad ng sining t tgapagtaguyod ng kultura t musikang Pilipino...Mabuhay ka t an mg Hari ng Harana....sna kn mg kasunod subukan m nmng maghanap ng mg haranista dto s Bulacan....Tnx a lot

[@mrjakk1238]

Harana with its history should be incorporated in our music curriculum taught in our schools...

[@johnwall7575]

Absolutely incredible documentary, thank you for giving these men the recognition they deserve and bringing exposure to a beautiful part of Filipino culture. Mabuhay 🥲🇵🇭

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lucysg5172]

Naaliw ako sa panonood at pakikinig sa mga lumang awiting pangharana ng mga haranistang ibinahagi ng mga mang-aawit na kalalakihan sa Marigondon Cavite, Catanuan Quezon at kay Tatang at Inang na kumanta ng haranang Ilocano.... Maraming salamat sa magagandang awit na ibinahagi mo sa istorya ng mga HARANISTA . ❤️☺️👍

[@ianequilala1978]

Im glad that YT recommended your documentary My grandad is a haranista here in my hometown, Tarlac City. It was their main income back then. My grandad will always tell his haranista days to me with joy in his face. With his two brothers and father iikot sila sa buong bayan para mangharana and their payment was 2 pesos per client. Sadly today wala ng gumagawa din sa amin ng ganyan. Yumao na rin ang magkakapatid at mga kaibigan nilang haranista. Though it was regretful na hindi ko natutunan ang art ng harana it was still a privilege to see in person a legit haranista. And I’m proud that my lolo and lolo sa tuhod ay mga haranista. Now, i play the classical guitar with western music. Because of this documentary na encourage ako to play harana music. Thank you sir Florante for this documentary. I was taken aback memory lane.

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Salamat po! Glad to hear it inspired you ❤️♥️ and thank you for sharing your the bit about your grandad!

[@FTSHS-NGC-NEIL]

Ang ganda ng boses ni Mang Tinio...Talagang sinauna ang timbre... Sana bumalik ang mga ganitong musika.

[@reydacul4677]

This is an Excellent Documentary! My salute to you Maestro Florante Aguilar! You are a true Filipino Artist. You brought the Harana to the Filipino Masses and you are sincere in your profession. You should be the right person to spearhead and represent our country in Music and the Arts. I hope to meet you someday here in Washington DC, USA! YOU are a true Filipino Musician and artist with a heart! You are the best!

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Maraming salamat po! :)

[@isabelatourism8547]

naiyak ako habang pinapanood ko itong documentary- salamat at isinali po ninyo ang isang ilokanong bihasa sa Harana

[@wendellabuntiente8714]

Salamat sa iyo Sir Florante sa talent na ishare mo sa mga bata ngayong bagong generation baka maulit na muli ang HARANA sa Pilipinas.God bless you always you at sa tatlong haranistas.

[@isaiahrafaelpena]

BEST DOCUMENTARY FOR ME AS A GEN Z NA MINSAN NAG IISIP KUNG WHAT IF UNTIL NOW HARANA PADIN ANG WAY OF COURTING .APAKA GANDA SIGURO KUNG GANON MAN PS.BEST DOCUMENTARY THANK YOU MISTER

[@armandomartirez-qi6zj]

One of the BEST pure Pinoy documentary video ever!

[@bongjores]

Nakakatuwa naman Florante, niyayakap mo pa rin ang ating lumang tradisyon. Para akong nagbalik sa nakaraan.. Mabuhay ka!

[@papaengkitchen4186]

ang sigla ng aking puso ngmkita s utube ang harana.mbhy ka floramte.alm mo bng isa ako sa mhilig sa harana noon.minsan n kming inumaga sa kanthan,lalot lumlban ng kanta ang babaeng hinaharan ko..npkasarap sa tenga at magalng n paraan ng panliligaw kung my gusto k .mbuhay ka mr,florante.

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Saan po ang probinsya nyo?

[@user-yo9su3mq6d]

Thank you Florante! Your documentary moved me to tears, not just in sadness for the lost tradition of the harana, but because it brought back the memory of how beautiful traditional Filipino music is, and how it still resonates among Filipinos no matter their age. The common belief that the stereotype of all Filipinos being able to sing had started with the advent of karaoke and later videoke neglects the long history and tradition of music and singing portrayed in the film, and how singing was deeply integral to the intimate expression of love at both the individual and societal level. Perhaps the reason why there are so many excellent Filipino singers today has less to do with having been inspired by foreign singers and more by just hearing parents, grandparents, uncles and aunts singing at home. I remember that in high school, recesses and hanging out after school involved lots of small groups of classmates singing around someone playing guitar, with copies of Jingle magazine for lyrics and chords. I hope your film inspires a revival of this beautiful tradition!

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I agree that the culture of singing in the Philippines did not come from karaoke. Karaoke is just a manifestation of a deeply ingrained singing culture going back as far as harana. We associate happy times with singing because it resulted in marriages and memories of having a great time in social settings. I say that the Filipino’s value of spending time with friends and family resulted in the culture of singing, rather than the other way around.

[@armintiachristianpaulm.8375]

Nakakaiyak ho kayo mga tatang

[@bennievoyager5462]

Sobrang proud naman ako sa mga kababayan ko sa Kabite. Matagal ko na ding hindi nadidinig ang harana pero naranasan ko pa early 80s naghaharana pa kami, kabirthday ko pa si kuya Feb. 17 💗💗💗💗💗🇵🇭

[@freddieboybauson2495]

Maraming salamat s'yo sir Florante Aguilar...sarap pakinggan ng mga Harana Songs..Old tradition.salamat dito sa Documentary mo..More Power sir and god bless

[@rodelcastillo8002]

This Harana Documentary brings back memories of my teens. Often times I was invited to be the guitarist sa harana wayback 1975.

[@roxysalajog9266]

Thank you for this Harana documentary. Thank you for the music and thank you for taking us back down memory lane... it brought tears to my eyes... life was so simple then and filled with so much love.

[@geraldinecsevigny7722]

I am a Filipina/American from Hawaii. Your Harana music and songs of the three Tata's brought childhood memories growing up on the sugar plantation in the 40's through the 50's. We were entertained with this beautiful music at weddings, baptismal, and birthday celebrations. My eyes teared when I recalled my late Aunt sang "Ikaw" as well as other songs. Thank you for your informative and interesting documentary. I am forever your "FAN."😀

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Thank you for watching! 🙏

[@arnelarguellesfabila4586]

I can’t believe how much I was entertained, no, how much I was reminded of the past, how much I was somehow in a sense want to preserve this tradition.. I was overwhelmed

[@mgr828]

I forget if my mom, dad or grandpa told me about harana. Being in the States I know I may never experience it myself but this documentary lets me have a taste. My grandpa came with my mom & helped care for me as a child. 1933 siya so lahat ng Harana Kings remind me of him. I don't know if he did harana for lola but i can imagine. This let me feel close to him again & maybe also my ancestors in a way only music can. Salamat po🙏🏽💙

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

❤️♥️❤️

[@emmanueljohnpangan8909]

Maraming salamat Sir Florante for your art. When you played 'Bayan Ko' at 10:20, I cried and got goosebumps. I don't know why I got so emotional. It just touched my heart. Nakuha ng musika, ng bawat pagtipa mo sa iyong gitara ang loob ko, and suddenly the memories of my lolo flowed into my consciousness. He loves Harana songs. I miss him so much. Maraming salamat ulit Sir Florante. New subscriber here.

[@3p10y]

This deserves more views so our generation can learn the golden ages of our history

[@kithslither126]

this should be on Netflix!

[@edmundcasey7765]

Its heartwarming!!! The senior men singing , brilliant. Philippines, truly, a country of SOUL, LOVE & MUSIC.

[@joselabay7803]

Kaliwete style ay talagang kakaiba pag masdan. hehe. Kahit mga ganitong manong idol ko nung bata pa ko, diko pa rin natutunan yung technique ng strumming nila. Kakaiba. Thanks Sir Florante for this very heartfelt and meaningful documentary! Makes me wanna delve into the world of Classical Filipino pieces again. More power!

[@janette2814]

Wow napakasarap pakinggan ng HARANA..Mabuhay ang mga Haranista.

[@docarthechalar4520]

Bravo.. wala ako masabi kunde .. ang gagaling .. walang kupas. You made me in tears .. i remember my parents and grandmother..

[@reylester5479]

Kumanta na ako ng napakaraming magagandang modernong mga awitin...pero HINDI kayang sapawan ng modern music ang pagibig at pagawit ko l'alone na sa mga Harana Music....

[@jbauson1]

After watching this documentary, I am truly amazed. Preserving this tradition is of utmost importance, and I sincerely hope we can achieve that.

[@JoseArcelOOira]

I really loved this documentary. Preserving the songs (Kundiman), and they always sang with emotions.

[@t.p.1186]

that will depends to today's generation if they are willing to continue this cultural tradition of courtship. If not the courtship serenade will be a complete history.

[@andyandres435]

Thank you sir florante for reviving the cultural heritage using your guitar...Saludo Sir..

[@rafaelmejiasalonga5775]

I've seen these a hundred times. It relaxes me. Inspiring. Kudos to Florante Aguilar. With this documentary alone, Florante you could be a National Artist. A real Maestro of Music. A Philippine treasure.

[@FloranteAguilarGuitar]

Thank you for watching !

[@kissymec7912]

Aaaay goshbump talaga ,Ganda Ng Harana sana bumalik Naman Ngayon , very romantic

[@morbiddawg]

Watching this makes me happy and at the same time sad. I wish this tradition would go on. Although I myself sing and play guitar a little, I couldn't replicate these styles, but when I play old songs to my wheelchair-bound father (stroke patient), his eyes light up and his hand dances to the music, sometimes I see tears in his eyes. Thank you for this wonderful documentary. Edit: I followed you on Spotify and FB. I hope their recordings are available in Spotify ❤️

[@malibikupal5757]

Ako’y nakadama ng dalamhati noong aking napagalaman na pumahinga na ang dalawa sa mga haranista. Subalit labis kong ipinagpapasalamat na ibinahagi nila ang kanilang sining at higit sa lahat nag iwan sila ng musikang sadyang kayganda.

[@Fides-E]

Maraming salamat po sa inyong ipinahayag na damdamin at sa inyong pag-tangkilik. Atsaka, ang ganda po ng Tagalog ninyo.

[@fritzestipona]

Ayon po kay sir Floranre patay na rin po si ka Romeo last 2021 pa...

[@edgardoaquino2684]

Proud to be filipino I always cried when I hear the song ang Bayan ko I don't know baka tumantanda na pero even when I'm young ganon din iyak parin ibig sabihin mahal natin ang ating bayan.salamat sa iyo florante huwag nating mamatay ang tradition.

[@enricosandiego]

Ganun din ako! Tumutulo talaga luha ko habang nanunuod ako

[@richardpudeng8101]

Napanuod ko lang sa fb ang ganda ng boses ni lolo at ni kuya gitarista galing, yan ang kantang maipagmamalaki ng pilipinas masasabing atin proud of you!

[@junacaba6451]

Basta harana, my kurot sa puso. Nalungkot ako sa bandang huli dahil matagal na palang pumanaw si Mang Celestino at Mang Felipe. Ang pinaka paborito ko ay yung original ni Mang Romeo, yung may NENENG. I will shift to harana from now on. Maraming salamat Florante.

[@rndmstuff5670]

Golden aged of Filipino classic songs "HARANA" In such short time, they built an amazing friendship, its hard to see them say goodbye to each other 😢 that is such a legit friendship. I remember my lolo who loves harana and his cousin lolo tonio, he used to play harana every week in our local radio in cabanatuan, nueva ecija!

[@lynierenosa465]

saw a clip of this documentary in Tiktok. I visited KZbin right away. As a teacher, I will try my best to have a contest about Harana. Kudos to you Sir!

[@melecioseverino2222]

Jul 29 2023, I got to watch one of the best if not the best Documentary ever presented in pure fashion of our cultural heritage "Harana" I stayed awake till the whole show which ended at 3:07 in the morning of Jul 30. Thank you Mr. Florante Aguilar as well as all the people involved in the production of the forgotten practice akin only to the Filipino way of life of the past, I hope and pray that this Documentary will bring passion to the new generation and revive Harana as a fashion of courting. Again a million thanks. I am sure you touched a zillion hearts who got to watch the Documentary. Mabuhay and may God bless you

[@edgarmetran3991]

I salute you Mr. Florante Aguilar for such a wonderful docomentary. It shows the rich musical culture of the Phils. Ang gagaling nilang 3,. I hope the government will recognize your effort of preserving this cultural heritage of ours.

[@toibykz_0476]

WHEN THE SUN RISES AT SUNSET! that is how i describe this very awesome documentary... it has already been a decade since this collab been filmed and yet i only watched it now.. as the film nears the end, i thought maybe there is a sequel of this but my heart ached when i saw the sub stating their passing😭😭😭 anyways, salute to you sir florante for teaming the three👍👍👍

[@wordfortheheartwithjeff2331]

Dapat maging album and playist. Thanks Gid bless filipino music

[@percivalulep7426]

Wow!! Marvelous mabuhay kayo..

[@FRANCIS3RP]

Thank you so much. Mabuhay ang Orihinal na Awiting Filipino. Mabuhay ka Florante Aguilar. I hope that there will be a second season of your Harana Documentary. Mga Kabataang may Tunay na Pagmamahal sa sariling Awiting Harana... God bless you Sir. Sana merong kang compilation ng kanilang awitin na puede namin marinig at ma e download. God bless you...

[@megzcastillo3574]

May father is also a haranista. Sadly, he could no longer sing and play the guitar anymore after suffering from stroke. Your documentary brought happy tears on his eyes. Thank you for this marvelous work. God bless you always. ❤️

[@marcelovillagracia53]

Mga musikang walang kamatayan. Sana may mga kabataang mahilig sa mga awiting pangharana para sumikat itong muli.

[@lurlinemagdoza2350]

Tears welled up as I'm watching this documentary. Took me back to my childhood of simpler yet happily romantic times with sincerity in professing love through harana. No, I didn't get to experience this for myself but we had a beautiful househelp who lived with us for years. We regarded her as our eldest sibling and truly became a family. So many young men serenaded her on Friday or Saturday nights only as my father didn't want all of us be disturbed during school nights. On nights when the moon is out beaming her cool light on earth prompting the shadows sway quietly to the music, ohhhh how romantic! Even me at tender age of 6 or 7 felt that stirrings of being loved and feel love! Thank you Mr. Florante Aguilar for bringing this back to our consciousness. A traditional cultural Filipino practice that is becoming obsolete at worse forgotten. ❤

[@jamiesales7089]

Mabuhay kayo Maestro Florante. Ang Harana ay isang kayamanan ng Pilipinas na nawala na. Maraming salamat po at binuhay ulit ninyo. Hopefully may Harana Competition tayo. Mahalin natin ang sariling atin. Sana ang mga Rich Company's will sponsor Harana Concerts with The Maestro and Maestro Jerry Dadap.

[@titomataac6956]

Salamat Sir sa Documentary ninyo na ibinahagi saamin. Naway hindi tuluyang malimutan ng mga Pilipino ang ganitong mga awitin, at tradisyon nating mga Pilipino. Mabuhay po kayong lahat.

[@dertzbs]

I love how the dad of the girl being courted turned out to be a fan of Mang Felipe. Thank you for making this documentary and preserving the memory of Harana.

[@raniagallardo8680]

Dinala ako ni tiktok dito☺️nakakapagpabalik ng alala nong musmos pa ako,,naririnig ko na ang ibang mga harana songs sa lolo at lola ko at ung kantang tingnga ti baybay,paborito ng uncle ko na kantahin lalo na kapag lasing😂😂naiiyak pa sya uabang kumakanta noon.dati may programa sa radio tuwing linggo na kantahan,live talaga at gitara lng gamit..mga pangharanantalaga mga kanta nila..nkakamis talaga