Harana

Harana

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Size: 4"x5.5"

Publisher: Kruger
Distributor: National Book Store (NBS)
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Serial Number: 17191



The Harana is serenade tradition in rural areas of the Philippines in which young men may formally meet single lady visitors. The main instrument used for Harana is the guitar, played by the courter, although other string instruments such as the Ukulele and less frequently, the violin and trumpets are also used.

Traditionally, the suitor will visit the house of the girl he is trying to woo, and sing by her window until she comes out to either accept or deny him. The suitor may or may not be accompanied, but usually his companions will be playing a guitar or back up vocals as he sings. Ideally, the dalaga or young lass will come to the window and invite her suitor to come inside.