Jekjek and Celine V Bayang Magiliw 1996

Singing Bayang Magiliw at Swiss Resort Dasmarinas, Cavite 1996.

It's "national anthem or pambansang awit Lupang Hinirang"

Every morning we line up in front of the flagpole, sing the national anthem while the flag is raised, say the oath of patriotism (Panatang Makabayan) and do some calisthenics. Back then, I just do what’s asked of me, it was more mechanical. Now, whenever I hear it sang, I sing along and get goose bumps.

• Male voice-over goes “Sa taong sanlibo siyam na raan siyam na pu’t walo, ipagdiriwang natin ang sandaan taong kalayaan, ngayon pa lang, sariwain na natin ang kahulugang ito sa mga titik ng ating Pambansang Awit.” In the video, you can see the “Philippine Centennial” logo designed by Edgardo Santiago and slogan “Kalayaan, Kayamanan ng Bayan” by Joachim Medroso. The rising sun shines its rays over a red and royal blue striped ribbon, twirled to form the figure 100. Underneath are the three stars which are also in the Philippine flag. The slogan aptly states the reason for the nationhood–that indeed, freedom is the true wealth of the nation. The gold “Philippine Centennial” is reversed to frame all elements.
• (Voiced by Minnie Manahan): “Tayo po ay magsitayo, ilagay ang kanan kamay sa dibdib at awitin natin sabay-sabay ang Pambansang Awit” and the performed by the Philippine Madrigal Singers and the Integrated National Police Orchestra. The tempo is how it should be sung and played as it was originally composed in the March tradition. The main music of the national anthem begins as the ancient map of the Islas de las Filipinas, a golden sunrise at sea to match the Pearl of the Orient line in the Hymn, revolutionary soldiers in rayadillo uniform, General Gregorio del Pilar, the three martyred priests of Cavite or the Gomburza, revolutionary soldiers in a battle scene, a faded glimpse of Old Manila before the Revolution, the Noli Me Tangere cover and its author, Jose P. Rizal, the KKK Banner of Katipunan, it’s Supremo, Andres Bonifacio, General Aguinaldo who at Kawit proclaimed Philippine Independence, an old Filipino flag whose blazing sun is caricatured as a human face, Rizal, Marcelo del Pilar and Mariano Ponce who edited the newspaper “La Solidaridad”, the sewing of the First Philippine Flag in Hong Kong by Marcela Agoncillo, her daughter Lorenza and Josefina Herbosa de Natividad; the Malolos Congress, Rizal’s execution by firing squad at Bagumbayan, and as a finale, a huge Philippine Flag, blown by gentle breeze unfurls to hug the whole screen and at the end of the video it says “Sandaang taong kalayaan ipinagdiriwang ng Bank of the Philippine Islands, saksi sa ating kasayasayan” plus there is a Special Thanks to.
• Client Philippine National Centennial Commission, creative directors WILLA MAGLALANG, GRACE CHONG and MARK FLORES, Account Management by NORBERT PINEDA, PATRICK SISON and TITUS ARCE, Broadcast Production by BETH MOLINA MAQUILING, directed by Vitt Romero, advertising agency DYR-Alcantara and production house Production Village Corporation. Team Production Village: Executive Producers Lorna Tabuena and Mari Buencamino, Line Producers Ina Lagman, Yayan Concepcion and Ross Misa, Producer Managers Caroline Francisco, Gina Chua and Beng Nadres, Storyboard Artist Tani Santos, Supervising Managers Jun Gomez, Ana Fe Manuel and Cecile Sia, Technical Manager Aning Vidanes, Studio Manager Maning Garcia, Catering Manager Lolit Ojas, Negative Cutter Jun Tungol, In-charge of Editing Studio Louie Lavilles, Traffic Communications Manager Leni Basco, Accounting Manager Ceng Capulong, Chief Electrician Boy Carbonel, Head Set Man Rito Cayabo, Transportation Coordinator Eddie Pampillon, Post Production Video Post, Colorist Jude Ng, Online Editor Jessica, Audio by Audio Post, Sound Engineer: Ronald de Asis, Creative Producer Ellen Le Ganda de Guzman, Chief Visualizer and Story Consultants Bert Gabiano and Jun de Felipe, Director's Staff Ed Bondoc, Greg de Guzman, Bey Vito, Madison Laserna) (digital copy remastered version, super clear high-quality picture (Standard Picture Mode, Normal Color Temperature 4K UHD version and high-volume audio sound version without any logos and watermarks) It overseeing the work over several months at CENTRAL DIGITAL LAB. This would have to be the most pristine restoration we’ve ever done for a music video in 1998. We were lucky to do the 4K scan from well preserved master negatives though those too had suffered some deterioration over the years. The scan-to-restored comparison isn’t as dramatic since the source-scan negatives are still in good condition but the SD to the 4K UHD restored is literally worlds apart. Can’t wait to unveil it and hope everyone. The clip since this was work done from picture negatives but it will show you the transformation with the new restoration and remastering.
• An Igorot playing the national anthem in bamboo flute when the flag was being folded. Meaning the red is on top, a representation of war by the soldiers. The three men walked and the flag was folded. After the drum roll, the male voice-over announcer says “Mga kababayan, awitin natin ang Lupang Hinirang, ang pambansang awit ng Pilipinas.” Sa umpisa ng kanta, nakapabilib kami. Humarap sa watawat habang itinataas ito. Sa first note ng anthem, masiglang hilahin pataas ang watawat. The tempo is how it should be sung and played as it was originally composed in the March tradition. When the song is played, people must stop walking, stand at attention and sing the anthem. The main music of the national anthem begins as the blending of the children’s voices to match the "Gentle People, Pearl of the Orient" line in the first note of the anthem in Tagalog a capella and led raising of the Philippine Flag by their two Boy Scouts of the Philippines members with the adult ones show that their patriotism as Filipinos lives on forever, showing the shots of Rizal Monument, the fishermen, the doctors, the employees, the construction workers, the farmers, the policemen, the firemen, the children, the sewing of the First Philippine Flag in Hong Kong by Marcela Agoncillo, her daughter Lorenza and Josefina Herbosa de Natividad, the family, the car factory workers, the carpenters, the port workers, the airline hangar workers, the shot of Bonifacio Monument. While the scenes from the TV commercial of Expo Pilipino titled “Kawit” directed by Vitt Romero and including the Bayani Scenes by Raymond Red with the Rizal’s execution by firing squad at Bagumbayan and as a finale, the male voice-over announcer says “Ang watawat at pambansang awit ay sagisag ng ating pagka-Pilipino. Igalang natin at ipagpitagan ang mga ito” with logo of Philippine Centennial plus there is a Special Thanks to. (It won Bronze World Medal in the Music Video category at the 1999 New York Festivals World’s Best TV Programs and Film Awards)

Republic Act 8491 or the Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines designates the Philippine flag, national anthem “Lupang Hinirang,” coat-of-arms and other heraldic items and devices of the Philippines as the country’s national symbols.

the NHI cited Section 37 of Republic Act (RA) No. 8491 (1998 Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines) which provides that “the rendition of the National Anthem, whether played or sung, shall be in accordance with the musical arrangement and composition of Julian Felipe.”

Felipe is the original music arranger of Lupang Hinirang in 1898. It has tune of march and the lyrics was adapted from the Spanish poem “Filipinas” written by Jose Palma only in 1899.

The NHI, in coordination with the proper government agency, shall disseminate an official music score sheet that reflects the manner in which the national anthem should be played or sung.

When the national anthem is played, the public is required to sing and do so “with fervor.”

They are expected to sing while the right hand is placed over the left chest. Uniformed personnel, meanwhile, are to salute the flag as prescribed by their respective regulations.

Individuals whose faith prohibit them from singing “Lupang Hinirang” must still show full respect.

The national anthem, however, would not be allowed to be played and sung preceding “events of recreation, amusement, or entertainment purposes.”

But the anthem may be played during the following: international competitions where the Philippines is the host or has a representative; national and local sports competitions, during the “signing off” and “signing on” of radio broadcasting and television stations, before the initial and last screening of films and before the opening of theater performances; Provided, that the owners and management of the establishments shall be mandated to enforce proper decorum and implement the pertinent provisions of this act; civic activities, cultural shows or presentations and other occasions as may be allowed by the NHI.

The Oath of Patriotism (Panatang Makabayan) must be recited after the singing of the national anthem in basic educational institutions. The Pledge of Allegiance (Panunumpa ng Katapatan sa Watawat ng Pilipinas) may be recited as well, though the law did not specify who is required to do so.

In Section 20 of the law states: “The observance of the flag ceremony in official or civic gatherings shall be simple and dignified and shall include the playing and mandatory singing of the national anthem in its original Filipino lyrics and march tempo.”

“We have to follow the law, and our law is very categorical. In singing the national anthem, you have to follow the arrangement of Julian Felipe,” it said.

Violators face a fine of P5,000 to P20,000, or by imprisonment for not more than one year, or both, at the discretion of the court.

All citizens to stand at attention and sing with fervor, as a sign of respect, when the National Anthem is played at public gatherings.

Even moviegoers who do not stand up when the National Anthem is being played in cinemas will be sanctioned if the measure subsequently, as it empowers the security personnel and ushers in movie houses to arrest a violator and summon law enforcement officers to assist in conducting citizens' arrest.

ABS-CBN President and CEO Carlo Katigbak was in the newsroom during the final national anthem aired before ABS-CBN went off air.

Every time Filipino boxing champ Manny Pacquiao will have a match, viewers not only anticipate the bout but also the performance of the singer chosen to perform the Philippine national anthem. 

Some performers even get into trouble with the National Historical Commission of the Philippines when they change the tempo and/or tone of the national anthem.

The Singing Pastors (Pacquiao-Algieri, 2014)

A singing choir composed of pastors performed the national anthem in Pacquiao's fight with Algieri. This new venture drew different reactions from the public. Some were happy with the rendition while others were disappointed.

Jessica Sanchez (Pacquiao vs. Bradley, 2014)

American Idol Season 11 finalist Jessica Sanchez was tapped to sing the National Anthem in Manny's fight against Timothy Bradley. Her rendition received positive feedback when an official of NHI pointed out: "She did well though there was some minor 'twang' or accent in some phrases, it is still acceptable."

Kirby Asunto (Pacquiao vs. Bradley, 2012)

Kirby sang the national anthem a cappella. She was 14 years old back then. She also performed during Pacquiao's victory concert.

Chelsea Emata (Pacquiao vs. Marquez, 2012)

Chelsea is the cousin of Senator Koko Pimentel who is based in California. She appeared in the TV series The Wild Thornberrys in 2000 and Paradise Hotel in 2003.

Maria Aragon (Pacquiao vs. Marquez, 2011)

Then 10-year-old singer Maria Aragon was tapped to perform the Philippine national anthem in Manny's boxing match with Juan Manuel Marquez on November 12, 2011. She met with the National Historical Commission of the Philippines to consult with them regarding the proper way of singing the anthem.

Charice Pempengco (Pacquiao vs. Mosley, 2011)

Charice shared that when she was tapped to sing the national anthem in Pacquiao's fight against Sugar Shane Mosley, she got very excited. It was even Manny Pacquiao whopersonally requested her to sing before his fight.

Arnel Pineda (Pacquiao vs. Clottey, March 14, 2010)

Arnel earned the ire of NHI after giving a "wrong" version of the anthem. NHI filed a complaint against the Journey lead singer, with the government institution noting that if he properly performed the anthem, it would only last for 53 seconds. However, his version lasted for 89 seconds.

Zyrene Parsad (Pacquiao vs. Margarito, 2010)

Are You The Next Big Star? finalist Zyrene was tapped to sing the anthem in Manny's match vs. Antonio Margarito. Before representing the Philippines, Zyrene visited the NHCP to get pointers as to how to perform the anthem according to their standards.

La Diva (Pacquiao vs. Cotto, 2009)

The singing trio La Divaalso received complaints for allegedly violating Section 37 of Republic Act No. 8491 (An Act Prescribing the Code of the National Flag). According to Ambeth Ocampo, head of NHI, the trio (composed of Jonalyn Viray, Maricris Garcia and Aicelle Santos) performed the anthem too slowly as opposed to the specific seconds prescribed by the law.

Martin Nievera (Pacquiao vs. Hatton, 2009)

Martin was the first artist to face a complaint from the National Historical Institute because he made his own version. According to the NHI, the anthem should be sung in accordance with the original composition and musical arrangement of Julian Felipe, but Martin allegedly violated it.

Karylle (Pacquiao vs. Dela Hoya, 2008)

Th edaughter of Zsa Zsa Padilla admitted that she got nervous before singing the national anthem in Manny's boxing match against Oscar Dela Hoya in December 2008.However, she shared that Manny's words of encouragement for her gave her the confidence to perform.

Nicole Angela Judalena (Pacquiao vs. Diaz, 2008)

Nicole was tapped to sing the national anthem after she went to Manny's now-defunct TVshow Pinoy Records to audition.

Kyla (Pacquiao vs. Barrera, 2007)

To singthe national anthem perfectly, Kyla asked the help of her mentor Raffy Amaranto.

Geneva Cruz (Pacquiao vs. Solis, 2007)

Geneva wasable to prove her bashers wrong by performing a good rendition of "Lupang Hinirang" in Pacquiao's fight against Jorge Solis. However, she admitted thatshe got scared before performing on stage.

Sarah Geronimo (Pacquiao vs. Morales, 2006)

Sarah first earned the ire of bashers when she sang at the Manny Pacquiao vs. ErikMorales fight in 2006, after giving an operatic rendition of "Lupang Hinirang." 

Davao City councilor Nilo Abellara complained that Sarah's interpretation was similar to a kundiman instead of having the required marching tempo. He filed a resolution reminding people that it should

Jennifer Bautista (Pacquiao vs. Morales, 2006)

In the first fight of Manny with Erik Morales, Jennifer earned criticism when she went off-key in the last notes ofthe national anthem. It was so viral that it even became a popular cellphone ringtone during that time.

Regine Velasquez (Pacquiao vs. Fahsan 3K Battery, "Yanig sa Taguig", 2004)

Regine sang in one of Manny's first fights before he entered the international scene.