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Word:
Pabasa

Category:
Musical Occasion

Ethno-linguistic Group:
Tgl

General Description:
A gathering with a big celebration for the singing of the pasyon from the beginning until the end without stopping.  It is held at the residence of a host, where he may serve coffee or wine.  It is considered a devotion/vow/pledge by the host, a sign of thanksgiving for a favor granted them or for receiving help in time of great tragedy.  Prominent pasyon singers may be invited to grace the occasion.  

Source:
Musika Jornals 1977, Ang Mga Awiting Tagalog by Marialita Yraola

[[Category: Dictionary of Filipino Music Terms]]