PHYSICAL EDUCATION / HEALTH and have influenced the development of new

Filipino dances. Moreover, they have helped to

Sub-Teacher: Keren Rey Krizia Samilin create a unique and vibrant Filipino dance
culture, and have served as a bridge between
Filipino and Spanish cultures.
LESSON 1: PHILIPPINE FOLK DANCE
 Jota
WHAT IS DANCE?
 Cariñosa
It is a form of expression of oneself  Pandanggo sa Ilaw
through rhythmic movement.  Habanera
WHAT IS FOLK DANCE?  Paso doble

 The oldest form of dance and the earliest

form of communication. MUSLIM
 It is a traditional dance passed down
Muslim folk dances in the Philippines
from generation to generation.
are a diverse group of dances that reflect the rich
 It is not created by a choreographer, but
culture and traditions of the Muslim community
rather by the people of the culture.
in the country. These dances are often performed
 It reflects the life of the people of the
culture, their history, folklore, and at weddings, festivals, and other special
everyday life. occasions.
 It is often performed in traditional music. They are often performed to traditional
 It can be performed by people of all ages Muslim music played on instruments such as the
and skill levels.
kulintang, gambus, and rebana.
 It is a way for people to connect with
their culture and heritage. They often use expressive movements to
convey emotions such as joy, sorrow, love, and
FIVE (5) MAJOR CLASSIFICATIONS OF devotion.
PHILIPPINE FOLK DANCES They are often performed in traditional
1. Cordillera Dances Muslim costumes that reflect the culture of the
2. Spanish-Influenced Dances region.
3. Muslim Dances
4. Tribal Dances They are often performed as a way to
5. Rural Dances bring people together and strengthen community
bonds.

CORDILLERA  Pangalay
 Singkil
Cordillera dances are performed to
 Katimok
traditional music. Also, the music is played on
native instruments such as gangsa, gongs, and  Sagayan
kulintang. The dances are often accompanied by  Binasuan
singing and chanting.
Cordillera dances are a valuable part of TRIBAL
Cordillera culture. They are a way for people to
celebrate their heritage and traditions. In Tribal dances in the Philippines are a
addition, there are many different Cordillera diverse group of dances that are performed by
dances, each with its own unique story and the different ethnic groups in the country. These
meaning and these dances are a source of pride dances are often performed to celebrate
for the people of the region. important events in the community, such as
weddings, harvest festivals, and religious
 Kaamulan
ceremonies. They can also be performed as a
 Subli
way to entertain guests or to simply pass the
 Manmanok
time.
 Oleng
They are often performed to traditional
SPANISH-INFLUENCE tribal music played on instruments such as
drums, gongs, and bamboo pipes.
Spanish-influenced dances are a
valuable part of Filipino culture. They are a way They often use expressive movements to
for people to celebrate their heritage and convey emotions such as joy, sorrow, love, and
traditions. anger.

These dances have introduced new They often use props such as masks,
dance techniques and styles to Filipino dances, spears, and shields.
 They often involve intricate footwork the people of the rural areas of the country.
and hand movements. These dances are often performed to celebrate
important events in the community, such as
They often involve costumes that reflect the
weddings, harvest festivals, and religious
culture of the region.
ceremonies. They can also be performed as a
They often performed as a way to bring way to entertain guests or to simply pass the
people together and strengthen community time.
bonds.
They are often performed in traditional
 Kaamulan folk music played on instruments such as the
 Pasayaw sa banga kulintang, gangsa, and rondalla.
 Subli They often use expressive movements to
 Manmanok convey emotions such as joy, sorrow, love, and
 Oleng anger.
They often use props such as bamboo
poles, lighted candles, and spears.
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN
TRIBAL AND CORDILLERA DANCE? They often involve intricate footwork
and hand movements.
Tribal dances are typically performed by They often involve costumes that reflect
people who belong to a particular tribe or the culture of the region.
ethnic group. They are often associated with
specific rituals or ceremonies, and they can They often performed as a way to bring
be used to express a wide range of emotions, people together and strengthen community
such as joy, sorrow, love, and anger bonds.
.  Tinikling
Cordillera dances are dances that are  Pandanggo sa ilaw
performed by the people of the Cordillera
 Habanera
region, regardless of their tribe or ethnic
 Jota
group. They are often inspired by the natural
 Subli
environment of the region, and they can be
used to celebrate the harvest, to
commemorate important events, or simply to
have fun. WHO IS FRANCISCA REYES AQUINO?
Francisca Reyes Aquino was a Filipino
In other words, tribal dances are more folk dancer, academic, and choreographer who is
specific to a particular tribe or ethnic group, considered the "mother of Philippine dancing"
while Cordillera dances are more general to the for her pioneering work in researching and
Cordillera region as a whole. Tribal dances are preserving Filipino folk dances.
also more likely to be associated with rituals or She conducted extensive research on
ceremonies, while Cordillera dances are more Filipino folk dances, collecting dances and
likely to be performed for entertainment or music from different ethnic groups. She also
celebration. wrote several books on Filipino dance, founded
It is important to note that these are just the Philippine Folk Dance Society and the
general guidelines, and there are many University of the Philippines Dance Troupe, and
exceptions. There are tribal dances that are not served as a consultant to the world-famous
associated with any specific rituals or Bayanihan Folk Dance Troupe. Her work has
ceremonies, and there are Cordillera dances that had a lasting impact on the preservation and
are inspired by the culture and history of a promotion of Filipino culture.
particular tribe.
Ultimately, the best way to distinguish THE NATURE OF PHILIPPINE FOLK
between tribal dances and Cordillera dances is to DANCE
consider the context in which they are
performed. Philippine folk dances are a celebration
of life. They are performed to express joy,
sorrow, love, and anger. They are also performed
to celebrate important events, such as weddings,
RURAL
harvest festivals, and religious ceremonies.
Rural dances in the Philippines are a
Philippine folk dances imitate nature
diverse group of dances that are performed by
and life. They often use props, such as bamboo
poles, lighted candles, and spears, to represent
objects in nature. They also use expressive
movements to convey emotions such as joy,
sorrow, love, and anger.
Philippine folk dances are a way for
people to connect with their past and express
their culture. They are a valuable part of the
cultural heritage of the Philippines.

Origin- Reflect the life of the people of a certain

country or region.
Purpose- Celebrate life, express emotions, and
connect with the past.
Characteristics- Often use props, such as
bamboo poles, lighted candles, and spears.
Use- Performed to celebrate important events,
such as weddings, harvest festivals, and
religious ceremonies.