The Father of the Tagalog Zarzuela.
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Hermogenes Ilagan is known as father of the Tagalog Zarzuela.
Who was Hermogenes Ilagan?
- Hermogenes Ilagan was a tenor, playwright, and writer from the Philippines. Francisco Baltazar was his ancestor. His vocal ability made him well-known in the realm of theatre arts. He was dubbed the "Father of Tagalog Zarzuela" as well as the "Father of Philippine Zarzuela."
- Ilagan sang in a church in Bigaa, Bulacan, as the lead singer. A parish priest in Bigaa, Bulacan, took Ilagan and his family to Manila because of his talent. He was appointed as the church's singer. Ilagan was permitted to study at the Ateneo Municipal de Manila in exchange.
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