About the Event

Musicologist Felicidad A. Prudente, Ph.D. explores the role of military music in shaping national identity and propaganda during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines (1942–1945). Examining the significance of gunka (軍歌) or Japanese military songs, Dr. Prudente will discuss their historical function, cultural impact, and how these compositions were used to instill loyalty and morale among soldiers and civilians alike.