KUNDIMAN 1850 (Love Song 1850)

Kundiman 1850 is a traditional Filipino love song of unknown authorship, arranged by Pedro Concepción. Believed to date back to the mid-19th century, it represents one of the earliest forms of the kundiman, carrying the hallmarks of deep emotion, lyrical devotion, and subdued melancholy. Its flowing melody and expressive phrasing embody the spirit of Filipino courtship songs, where themes of love and longing are interwoven with gentle dignity. Through Concepción’s arrangement, this historic kundiman is preserved and given renewed resonance, highlighting its enduring place in the cultural and musical heritage of the Philippines.