35 Years of  Great
Performances of Philippine Dances & Music

Digital photos by Ernie Pena

SAMAHAN Filipino American Performing Arts and Education Center presents to you a rich combination of dance, music and professional training in the performing arts of the Philippines. 

Dance
SAMAHAN Philippine Dance Company, the Center's performing group, brings the enchanting atmosphere of the Philippines to your special occasion.  Attractive, highly-trained dancers in beautiful, colorful costumes will entertain you with a variety of dances from the islands of Luzon to Mindanao.  Repertoire includes dynamic tribal dances of Northern and Southern Philippines, Spanish influenced--Maria Clara dances and exciting rural dances of the Philippine country-side.


Music
Our incomparable Rondalla and Kulintang Ensembles bring the romance and magic of traditional Philippine music to your affair.

Classes
Philippine dance and music classes are open to all ages.  Training classes are conducted by professional instructors with years of experience.   In addition to Philippine dance, Polynesian dance is also offered.

Executive Director  -   Lolita D. Carter, Ph.D.                                     Artistic Director Ruby Pearl B. Chiong         

         Music Coordinator - Juanita F. Caccam, Ph.D.                           Rondalla Director - Frederick Embalsado           
                           
 Pakaraguian  Kulintang  Ensemble
-Bernard Ellorin