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DANCE Sometimes it does not require a partner but

simply a number of people in a group.


WHAT IS DANCING?
EXAMPLE:
-A form of expression that utilizes body Latin American Dance
movements that are usually rhythmic patterned (cha-cha, mambo, rumba, jive, samba and paso
(although they may be improvised) and doble)
accompanied by music. Starndard Dance
- The oldest of art forms being found in virtually (tango, waltz, foxtrot, and quick step)
every culture and attested to in records of Theatrical or Spectacular Dance – performed for
cultures long since extinct. the entertainment of spectators.
- Medium of expression and communication of c. Ballet – dance of supreme standards learned from
emotion. an academe. Originated from Italy from the word
- A part of the life of every tribe, society or Bal-lo (to dance flourished in royal court of France)
community to celebrate through dance. d. Modern Dance – deviation from the principles of
- Not only an individual or group experience but classical ballet developed by Isadora Duncan. She
also considered as a cultural mirror who wherein believed in the principles of naturalness and the
the spirit, character and artistry of its time are expression of the human body and soul.
reflected. e. Contemporary Dance – combination of ballet and
modern dance whereby it uses the varied medium of
A dance is as simple emotional expression developed into other dance forms like folks, ethnic, jazz or tribal
a design with its planned organization of pattern of dance.
movement in rhythm, in space and or ground, with its set f. Popular Dance – highly recognized as a dance form
of steps, gestures and dynamics becomes a specific from in television and other dance centers like
dance. And when stylized in a common design becomes a discotheque houses and social gatherings.
dance form. These dance forms which take centuries to
develop, reflect the customs of the society in which they Elements of Dance
have evolved.
Theme – message of the dance
Components of the Dance Design – pattern of movement in time and space
Movement – bodily actions of the dancers that
Dancer – physical requirements, importance of include the steps
training, differences among dancers Technique – skill of movement executed by the
Basic steps and formations – ballet and modern dancer moves
dance, folk dance, social dance Music – auditory background to which a dancer
Choreography - art of making dances moves
Dance notation – preserved through tradition or Costume and properties – worn by the dancers
written down that help reflect the message, customs and
Theatrical elements – music, design and drama beliefs
work together Choreography – figures and steps in dancing that
enables dancers to perform in an organized
manner
Kinds of Dances

Ethnological Dance – dance which is native to PHILIPPINES FOLK DANCE


specific race or ethnic group.
a. Ethnic Dance – group of people living together in WHAT IS FOLK DANCE?
locality w/ a common belief and customs. - Oldest form of dance and the earliest form of
b. Folk Dance – term implies the traditional flavors and communication
characteristics of the people, their feeling and - The traditional dance of given country which
sentiments. It is also referred sometimes as evolved naturally and spontaneously w/ everyday
traditional dance. activity
EXAMPLE: Occupations, customs, festivals and
Social or Ballroom Dance – recreational and rituals
usually performed with a partner and in groups
What is Philippine Folk Dance?
or as a community activity for fun and enjoyment.
- The Philippines has many popular folk dances as Tribal Dances
they have been passed down from generation to
- Performed essential for the gods ceremonial and ritual
generation. Although a particular might be
type dances.
performed slightly differently from one region to
the next, its remains true to its roots. EX. Manobo dance

CHARACTERISTICS - Form of worship to god by the Tigwhahanon and


In general… Tinananon Manobo tribes of Mindanao held at the Island
- Dancers stand apart. There is little, if none, Breeze gathering in Davao City in the Philippines.
body contact.
Rural Folk Dance (sa nayon)
- Most of the dances are done by pairs or couples
dances to celebrate victories, festivals, religious
- Hand movements play an important part
rituals, thanksgiving, etc; musical instruments include
- Most dances are in long formation
nose flute, bamboo guitar, drums, gongs and wooden
- Most dances begin and end with “saludo”
sticks.
- Dance from low land have more foreign
elements that those in upland. EX. SUBLI – a Philippine traditional dance and is
- War dances are found in non-christian tribes extremely popular in provinces such as Batangas and
- It is traditional Luzon. This dance is performed to honor the “Holy Cross
- An expressive behavior. of Alitagtag” usually during the month of May.
- Simple basic rhythm dominates the folk dance Furthermore, this dance at times is also comprises of a
and establishes the pattern of movement chant to the “Holy Cross”.
- An unknown choreographer creates a folk
dance. Spanish Influence
- It performs an action on how people live in the - signaling the start of Spanish colonization. However, the
past. Spanish didn’t get a foothold in the Philippines until 1965.
- Importance: Three centuries of Spanish rule left an imprint on the
- It strengthens patriotism and Nationalism Filipinos. Many of them were converted to Catholicism
- Shows the aesthetic value of Philippine Culture and forced to take Spanish surnames.
- It preserves the Filipino heritage and culture EX. La Jota Moncadena
- was adapted from an old Spanish dance. It is a
5 Major Classification of Philippine Folk Dance combination of Spanish and Ilocano dance set to Spanish
music and castanets.
Cordillera Dances
CLASSIFICATION OF FOLK DANCES
Named after the mountainous Central Cordillera region of
Northern Luzon is also known by the term “Philippine National Dances – are traditional dances throughout the
Skyland.” They prefer to be called by their respective Philippines w/ common basic movement or pattern but
tribal names rather than the collective term Igorot, which w/ slight variation.
was first used by the Spaniards and later by Christian EX: Carinosa, Pandango, Balitaw, Kuratsa, Rigodon,
lowlanders. Surtido

EX. IMBAJAH or BUMAYAH (Ifugao, Cordillera) Local or Regional Dances – found in certain localities or
regions only
- An Ifugao myth recounts that Kabunyan, the creator and
Ex: Esperanza (Nakua, Camarines sur), Alcampor (Leyte),
supreme god, made man to be virile and strong, the same
Maglalatik (San Pablo, Laguna)
qualities displayed by men as they spread their arms to
imitate the sakpaya ( hawk) as it glides and swoops over Occupational Dances – depict actions characterizing
the rice terraces. occupation industries and phrases of human labor
EX: Pabirik – depicts the different stages of gold panning
Muslim Dance
Monanguete – Tuba gatherer
Ex. SINGKIL
Rice Festival – has the largest number of dances
- Originated from Maranao people. It retells the story (magtatanim, paggapas, paggiik, pahanbgin, pababayo,
from the epic legend of Maranao, about the rescue of the
pagtatahip)
princess, who was abducted by the diwatas, by the
legendary Prince Bantugan. Religious or Ceremonial Dances – performed in
connection w/ religious vows, practices and ceremonies. hands at waist level in front, elbows closed to waist
A religious dance maybe performed to drive away evil
B. MOVEMENT OF THE ARMS
spirits and for having recovered from sickness, favors
granted and vows fulfilled. Forearm Turn
EX: Sinulog, Obando, Dugso - Forearm turn sideways - one arm extended sideward,
other arm half bend.
Courtship Dance – depict making or/are dances w/ love
- Forearm turn forward- one arm extended forward, other
themes.
arm half bend.
Ex: Hele Hele bago Quiere, Rogelia, Lulay, Maramion
- Arms in Lateral Position - both arms at one side,
Wedding Dances – performed by newlyweds., by friends either right or left; at shoulder, chest, or waist level.
and relatives of the bride and groom or by the father of
Salok - To swing the arm downward, upward passing in
the bride and the mother of the groom.
front of the body as if scooping.
Ex: Pandang-pandang, Soryano Pantomina
Hayon-hayon - to place one forearm in front and the
Festival Dances – performed in connection w/ celebration other at the back of the waist. This is
of a feast, barrio, fiesta, good harvest and good future. a Visayan term.

Ex: Kuratsa, La Jota, Putong C. MOVEMENT OF THE FEET


Brush - weight on one foot, hit the floor with the ball or
War Dances – are intended to show imaginary combat or
heel of the other foot, and lift that foot from the floor to
duel w/ the use of fighting implements like bolo or spear
any direction.
Ex: Sagayan Maglalatik, Inabaknon
Cut - to displace quickly one foot with other.
Comic Dances – dances with funny and humorous
Slide - to glide foot smoothly along the floor.
movements mainly intended for entertainment
ex: makonggo – movements of monkey Step - to advance or recede by raising or moving one foot
Kinoton – imitates the movements of person bitten by to another resting place. There is a
ants complete transfer of weight from one to another.

Game Dances – have some play elements and are for Hop - a spring from one foot landing on the same foot in
recreational purposes place or in any direction. The other foot may be raised in
any direction (in front, in rear, sideward or across).
Ex: Pabo, Lubi-lubi, Sinenalan, Gayong-gayong
Leap - a spring from one foot, landing on the other foot in
Social Dances – dances danced during social gathering
any direction.
ex: Rigodon, Lanceros
Tap - to tap slightly with the ball of the foot or toe of the
Dance Terms (Movements of the Hands, Arms and Feet)
free foot keeping weight of the body on the other foot.
A. MOVEMENT OF THE HANDS There is no transfer of weight.

Kumintang - Moving the hand from the wrist either Sarok - cross the R(or L) foot infront of the L (or R) bent
clockwise or in counter clockwise direction. This is an the body slightly forward and cross hands down in front
ILOCANO dance terms. with the R (or L) hand over the L (or R)

Ilocanong Kumintang - with five fingers together is Patay - To bend the head downward and to support the
to turn the wrist either inward or outward. forehead with the right or left forearm

Kewet - kumintang with thumbs up Whirl - to make fast turns by executing small steps in
place, right, or to left.
Masiwak - To turn the hand from the wrist half-way
clockwise then raise and lower wrist once or twice. This is Pivot - to turn the with the ball, heel, or whole foot, on a
an Ibanag term. fixed place or point.

Palpaltik - closed fists, lowering the wrist twice. Point - touch the floor lightly with the toes of one foot,
weight of the body on the other foot.
Bilao - to turn palms of hands up and down alternately,
Stomp - to bring the foot forcibly and noisily on the floor.

D. MOVEMENT WITH PARTNER

Crossed arm - partners facing each other or standing side


by side join their L hands together and the R hands
together; either R over L or L over R.

Jaleo - partners turn around clockwise (with R L elbows


almost touching) or counter clockwise (with L elbows
touching) using walking or any kind of dances.

Do-si-do - partners advance forward, pass each other’s


right (or left) side, step across to the right (or to the left)
move backwards without turning around, pass each other
left (or right)side to proper places.

Saludo - partners with feet together bow to each other,


to the audience, opposite dancers, or the neighbors.

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