Verse: G - Em - C - D Iloilo, ang banwa ko (Iloilo, my town) G - Em - C - D Tumahanay nga lugar (A peaceful place)

| Chord | G | C | D | |-------|--------|--------|--------| | Fingering | 320003 | x32010 | xx0232 |

This verse sets the scene. Strum gently, focusing on the lower strings (Bass notes: G, C, D).

Background: Iloilo and Ilonggo Musical Identity

[Verse 2] G - - - | C - - - | G - - - | D - - - | Em - - - | C - - - | G - D - | G - - - |

[Repeat Chorus] End on G (Arpeggio)

Here is the definitive transcription. We have included (slashes for beats) to ensure you nail the syncopation. This is the version used by the University of the Philippines Visayas chorale and local rondalla groups.