Featuring world-renowned virtuoso master artist Eleanor Academia, World Kulintang Institute is dedicated to the preservation, education and presentation of the rare and centuries-old Kulintang, traditional ancient gong/drum ensemble music from the Southern Philippines, and Kambangan, a traditional dance.

Kulintang: Ancient Gong/Drum Music from the Southern Philippines engages students with highly skilled technique and great musical depth. Students will enjoy lively, short, concise pieces; colorful narration, a tour of the instruments, audience participation and hands-on experience.

A martial arts presentation by Guro Academia is available on request. He is a Durfee Foundation Master Artist Award recipient and has been recognized as Artist of the Year by the City of Los Angeles.