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komposo
A traditional drama that includes singing and dancing, using a guitar.
Magato tang lali may babay ang ga-pen ong komposo.
The boys and girls will pair up to join in the traditional dance drama.
The women wear white clothing with a ribbon in their hair. The men usually wear woven hats with wide brims. There are usually five to six pairs. One person stands in the middle and narrates the story by means of singing while the couples dance around him. These stories can be very long, up to one hour before they are finished. They are written by certain people in the community, and often relate a true story. The characters usually include a mother, father, daughter, suitor, priest.
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