Jerry Amper Dadap

Jerry Amper Dadap
Jerry Amper Dadap, composer (2018)
Born (1935-11-05) November 5, 1935
Hinunangan, Southern Leyte, Commonwealth of the Philippines
OccupationsComposer, conductor, educator
Years active1959–present
OrganizationsAndrés Bonifacio Concert Choir
Known forPhilippine nationalist concert music; expansion of the rondalla as a symphonic ensemble
Notable workAndrés Bonifacio: Ang Dakilang Anak-Pawis, Alay sa Inang Bayan, Aleluya, Sumikat na ang Araw, Philippine Symphonic Medley

Jerry Amper Dadap (born November 5, 1935) is a Filipino composer, conductor, and educator known for his contributions to Philippine nationalist music. His work is associated with post-independence developments in Philippine art music. He is particularly noted for expanding the symphonic and concert repertoire of the Philippine rondalla. Dadap has composed orchestral, choral, rondalla, and theatrical works that integrate classical concert forms with elements of Filipino musical traditions, frequently drawing on Philippine historical and cultural themes. His works have been performed in the Philippines and internationally.

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