Philippine Arts & Culture Ensemble of Michigan

Philippine Arts & Culture Ensemble of Michigan PACE-MI is a nonprofit that provides community programs and resources in Philippine arts and culture.

The Philippine Arts and Culture Ensemble of Michigan (PACE-MI) preserves, presents, and promotes the musical and cultural heritage of the Philippines. PACE intends to pass down a rich culture through a folk dance program, a string ensemble, and a kulintang (gong) ensemble composed of children and adults, all of whom are students alike. Rondalla: An orchestral ensemble of tremolo-stringed instrumen

ts played with the plectrum or pick and generally known as plectrum instruments. Originating in Medieval Spain and brought to the Philippines by Spaniards, the rondalla ensemble consists of various rhythm and mandolin-style string instrument groups including the banduria, octavina, laud, bass, and guitar. The rondalla repertoire covers a wide plethora of musical genres; most commonly Filipino folk and dance music, traditional folk songs, and western classical music as well as well-known pop songs. Kulintang: a modern term for an ancient instrumental form of percussive music composed on a row of small, horizontally laid gongs that function melodically, accompanied by larger, suspended gongs and drums. The kulintang instrument itself could be traced to either the introduction of gongs to Southeast Asia from India before the 10th century CE, or more likely, to the introduction of bossed gong chimes from Java via India in the 15th century. Nevertheless the kulintang ensemble is the most advanced form of music from before the late 16th century and the legacy of the Europeans in the Philippine archipelago. Folk Dance: As varied are the people of the Philippines, so too are the dances. There are many dances performed in the Philippine Islands such as the popular "Tinikling", to the exoticized "Pangalay", to the skill-based interpretation of the "Bangka" and Spanish-tinged "Jota". Dance categorizations range from geographic localization, to socialization functions, to dance influences, and to time traveling. Presentation of Dances in the Philippines are often categorized in ethnic or geographic localization. These localization are often presented in the following: Dances of the Cordillera Mountains (Igorot), Dances of the Taga-Ummah (Muslim), Dances of the Traditionalists (Lumad), Dances of the Low-land Western-Christians. Other less common presentations of Philippine dances have been categorized by societal functions. Philippine dances not only convey the artistry of movement but, are often associated with a life-function such as a wedding, the mimicry of birds, or even the warding of evil spirits. This outlook on dance can be looked at in the following categories: Ritualistic, Mimetic, Life-cycle, and Party dances.

A memory from 8 years ago. PACE-Michigan’s first out of the country performance in Toronto, Canada - July 2018! 💕
07/31/2026

A memory from 8 years ago. PACE-Michigan’s first out of the country performance in Toronto, Canada - July 2018! 💕

To all who came, shared food, laughter, danced, sang, played games, bought items, helped set up and pack up, THANK YOU f...
06/30/2026

To all who came, shared food, laughter, danced, sang, played games, bought items, helped set up and pack up, THANK YOU for bringing the Bayanihan spirit to life at the KABAYAN PICNIC last Sunday. Mabuhay! 🎉🇵🇭💪

2 MORE DAYS! Here are a few details about our Kabayan Picnic...THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 28TH from 11AM- 7PM at Gallup Park, Fas...
06/26/2026

2 MORE DAYS! Here are a few details about our Kabayan Picnic...

THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 28TH from 11AM- 7PM at Gallup Park, Fast Shelter! A map with directions is attached below.

We want to remind everyone that this is a FREE potluck event and don't forget to sign up using the link below or the QR code on the flyer.
We will have bottled water although we encourage you to bring any other beverages for you and your group but ALCOHOL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED in this event.

While there is no cost to attend, donations are greatly appreciated. All proceeds will go toward our fundraising efforts to help preserve, celebrate, and share Filipino culture with future generations. Your generosity will support cultural programs, educational initiatives, and community events that keep our traditions alive.

What to expect:
- Fun & Games (Traditional Filipino games like patintero & sipa will be played!)
- A Tiangge (Bake Sale) Area
- Performances from our Aralin Natin (Let's Learn) Class participants
- Community Singing, Line Dancing and Karaoke
- Raffle & Fundraising Activities (rent a mahjong set!)
- Delicious Filipino food from everyone!

Program for the day (approximate timing):
11AM - Registration begins
12-12:30PM - Prayer and Lunch table opens
1:30PM - Parlor games
1:40PM - Special performance number - Cabaluna Siblings
1:50PM - Welcome remarks - Geordelle Bernardino (PACE-MI president)
1:55-2:30PM - Aralin Natin participants presentation
2:45PM - Community singing (Pilipinas Kong Mahal)
2:55PM - Line dancing, karaoke & other traditional games
4PM - Raffle & Fundraising
5:30PM - Closing Remarks - Jim Sedayao (2026 Kabayan Picnic Chairperson)
6PM - 50/50 Raffle winners

Event Details:
When : Sunday, June 28th from 11 AM - 7 PM
Where: Gallup Park, Fast Shelter (3000 Fuller Rd, Ann Arbor, MI)
Note: Fast Shelter is located at the end of Gallup Park. Enter at the park's main entrance off of Fuller Rd, cross over the one-lane bridge, and follow the road to the end where you' ll see a parking lot near the playground. Walk past the playground and Maas Shelter, Fast Shelter is located right past the restrooms.

Link to potluck sign up:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4tkt-eTzTqiXuHDOcZa9hdU4a7Lp0JzOtmm9tAxpwnC70PA/viewform?usp=header

4 DAYS until our KABAYAN PICNIC 2026! Don't forget to sign up for the potluck! Donations are welcome! See you soon!
06/25/2026

4 DAYS until our KABAYAN PICNIC 2026! Don't forget to sign up for the potluck! Donations are welcome! See you soon!

Ready to enjoy Filipino fun and food? Save the date on June 28! Join us for a potluck picnic at Fast Shelter, Gallup Par...
05/31/2026

Ready to enjoy Filipino fun and food? Save the date on June 28! Join us for a potluck picnic at Fast Shelter, Gallup Park, Ann Arbor, MI.
Kita-kits, kabayan! (See you there, countrymen!)

May 17 Aralin Natin Classes - Folk Dance and Filipino Traditional Instruments (Strings (Bandurria) & Percussions (Saruna...
05/23/2026

May 17 Aralin Natin Classes - Folk Dance and Filipino Traditional Instruments (Strings (Bandurria) & Percussions (Sarunay).
NO CLASS ON May 24 in observance of Memorial Day Weekend.

May 3, 2026 - Aralin Natin Filipino Folk Dance & Musical Instruments (Strings & Gongs) Kick Off! Interested to learn for...
05/04/2026

May 3, 2026 - Aralin Natin Filipino Folk Dance & Musical Instruments (Strings & Gongs) Kick Off!

Interested to learn for FREE?
Register na! Tara! (Let’s go!)

05/04/2026

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1100 N. Main Street
Ann Arbor, MI
48104

Telephone

+17342235041

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