COTABATO CITY (MindaNews / 6 June)—Bangsamoro performers wowed the New York City crowd as they showcased the region’s colorful arts and culture, bannered by Sagayan warrior dancers and kulintang musicians as they joined the float parade along Madison Avenue on Sunday at the start of the 125th Philippine Independence Day celebrations.
Photo courtesy of Bangsamoro Information Office
A press statement from the Bangsamoro Information Office said it was the first time the region was invited to participate in the celebration, which was organized by the Philippine Independence Day Council Inc. (PIDCI) in New York City.
The annual program, now in its 33rd year, started last Sunday with a solemn flag-raising ceremony held at the Philippine Consulate in New York honoring the sacrifices made by the Filipino heroes who fought for independence.
Tindig Sindaw, a cultural performing group from the Bangsamoro region, has captivated the audience with their traditional dances and indigenous musical instruments where they showcased the vibrant culture and traditions of the region, said the press statement.
The grand parade, it added, featured the diverse cultures and traditions of provinces, cities, regions, and Filipino organizations across the United States.
“Finally my dream comes true, proudly waving the flag of Bangsamoro in a foreign land,” Mustapha Ala Jr.
