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What are the vocal forms in Mindoro?

The vocal forms in Mindoro are the following:

- Ambahan - A type of ancient song poetry composed of seven-syllable lines, usually recited during courtship and other social occasions.

- Bugi - A type of unaccompanied lullaby sung by mothers to their children.

- Dung-aw - A type of chant or incantation used for healing purposes, protection against evil, and attracting good fortune.

- Himagos - A type of ritual song performed during weddings, funerals, and other important events in a person's life.

- Hirin-iya - A call and response type of song with improvised lyrics.

- Huluna-lu - A type of song of protest and resistance performed by the Mangyan people of Mindoro.

- Kurutun - A type of song that tells a story or recounts a legend.

- Lawis - A type of love song that expresses one's longing for a loved one.

- Lugu - A type of epic song, usually performed at social gatherings.

- Mandong - A type of work song sung while doing tasks such as farming, fishing, and household chores.

- Pasyon - A type of religious song that tells the story of the passion and death of Jesus Christ.

- Soliranin - A type of song that is sung alone or in a small group.

- Sulundan - A type of song that is sung in a high, piercing tone.

- Talaingpan - A type of song that is sung in a low, soft tone.

- Tangan-tangan - A type of song that is sung in a high, fast tempo.

- Uyagyagan - A type of song that is sung in a low, slow tempo.

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