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Valentin Mechilina

Valentin Yson Mechilina (born November 13, 1915) is a Filipino composer, conductor, and military musician from Binangonan, Rizal. He is most commonly known for his musical compositions for wind orchestras, particularly for his Dalampasigan overture.

Mechilina was a member of the Philippine Constabulary Band from 1938 to 1955. In June 1955, he became the conductor of the Philippine Air Force Band. During this time, he was also a student of Antonino Buenaventura. He then assumed leadership of the San Miguel Corporation Brass Band from the 1970s up to the 1990s.

Compositions

  • Binangonan March
  • Lulay Concert March
  • Dalampasigan, concert overture
  • You Are a Rose in Bloom
  • Rose - Ta - Too, for Alto Saxophone and wind orchestra
  • Sapagkat Kami'y Tao Lamang, for Alto Saxophone and wind orchestra
  • Zamboangueña
  • Andante cantabile, for cello and wind orchestra
  • Concert Overture in G minor

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