Jovita Fuentes sings Kundiman by Abdon

Bonifacio Abdon - Kundiman "Magandang Diwata" (1920)

Jovita Fuentes (soprano)

English Translation:
In the presence of the ever-shining sun
That spreads its rays to the eastern sea.
There is a pearl that is gentle and surrounded by treasures.
The offering becomes affection to the heart that feels.
Oh, jubilant nation of my affection,
Heart of modesty you are, my remembrance.
Hold back your cries for a moment,
This love song, oh jewel, listen!
Oh flower of my fervent desire,
To see you with your own freedom,
And in the eastern sea is a gentle nymph,
Rich and praised, clothed with poverty!
Beautiful nymph!

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Recording: Parlophon records (circa 1930s) from the Collection of Nestor Vera Cruz
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