Megan F. Avestruz P.

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2nd year BSBA- FM Mr. Marlito Jose De dios

1. GIVE THE MEANING OF DANCE

Simply defined, dance is the human body rhythmically moving through space and time with energy or
effort. Dance engages the dancer’s physical, mental, and spiritual attributes when performing dance as a
work of art, a cultural ritual, a social recreation, a health and wellness activity, or an expression of the
person. A dance form initiates from physical movement, rhythm, content, style, aesthetics, traditions,
and mental and spiritual meanings that may be artistic, creative, social, cultural, or religious. Dance
forms can be designated into categories or genres: creative movement and creative dance; recreational
dance, which includes folk, cultural, and social dance forms; concert dance forms; and dance fitness.

2. DIFFERENT KINDS OF DANCE AND LUZON

MUSIC IN THE PHILIPPINES

1. MAGLALATIK
Maglalatik is a folk dance usually performed by male
dancers and which integrates the use of coconut shells.
This is a mock war dance that depicts a battle over the
highly-prized coconut meat. Dancers wear coconut shell
halves on their hands and on their vests. The dance is
performed by hitting the shells in time to a fast
drumbeat. Maglalatik is typically performed during the
religious procession of Biñan, Laguna as an offering to
San Isidro de Labrador, the patron saint of farmers.

2. BANGA
The Banga or pot dance is a contemporary performance
of Kalinga of the Mountain Province in the Philippines.
This dance illustrates the tanguid grace of a tribe
otherwise known as fierce warriors.
 3. PANDANGGO SA ILAW
The word pandanggo comes from the Spanish dance
"fandango characterized with lively steps and clapping
while following a varying ¾ beat. Pandanggo requires
excellent balancing skill to maintain the stability of three
tinggoy, or oil lamps, placed on head and at the back of
each hand. This famous dance of grace and balance
originated from Lubang Island, Mindoro,

VISAYAS
1. TINIKLING
Tinikling is a well-known folk dance that involves dancers
stepping over and between two bamboo poles that are being
beaten, tapped, and slid on the ground. It requires a great deal
of coordination and rhythm in order to avoid injury and makes
for a very dynamic performance. The dance originated in Leyte
and the name is a reference to the tikling birds that walk
between grass stems, run over tree branches, and dodge
bamboo traps set by farmers. This dance is even taught all over
the United States, with the younger generation adding their
own modern twist to it.

2. KURATSA
The Kuratsa is highly favored by the Waray people
of the Eastern Visayan region in the Philippines.
Strictly speaking. The Kuratsa must be done the
amenudo, that is, only one couple dances it at a time.
the Kuratsa is however, very different in the manner
of execution to the Mexican counterpart.

3. CARIÑOSA
The cariñosa originated in Panay Island and comes from
the Spanish word meaning “loving or affectionate.” The
dance was popular during the colonial era and has
elements of the Spanish dance bolero or the Mexican
dance jarabe tapatio. Dancers are typically attired in a
Maria Clara gown or Barong Tagalog or sometimes the
patadyong kimona and camisa de chino. As an elaborate
courtship dance, the cariñosa involves the creative use of
a fan or handkerchief.
 MINDANAO
1. ITIK ITIK
The dance originated from Surigao del Norte, Mindanao,
Philippines. According to the story, a young woman named
Kanang (short for Cayetana) was the best dancer in that
province. At one baptismal celebration, she introduced new
steps which were improvisations of the dance Sibay. She
imitated the movements of the ducks or itik. Because of its
unusual steps and fascinating interpretation, the audience
began imitating her.

2. DUGSO
The dance must have originated from Bukidnon,
northeastern Mindanao since they are performed as an
entertainment for the deities in fiestas organized for
them.It was originally thought that this dance was
performed only during harvest time or upon the birth of a
male heir. Women would wear colorful feathered head
dresses, plaid costumes and anklets. They would step
rhythmically around a bamboo arch decorated with newly-
gathered palay (rice stalks) and corn, and their movements
are emphasized by the tinkling sounds from the anklets.

3. KARASAGUYON
The dance is classified under Tribal dance. it
originated from Lake Sebu, South Cotabato.
"Karasaguyon" of the T'boli portrays a polygamous
male in the process of picking his next wife from
among four sisters vying for his attention. The
jingling of beads and brass bells around their waists
and ankles provide musical accompaniment.

The Philippines has a rich and diverse musical landscape, reflecting its history, culture, and
regional diversity. Here are some notable types of music in the Philippines:

1. Kundiman: Traditional Filipino love songs that 3. OPM (Original Pilipino Music): A broad category
emerged in the early 19th century. Kundiman that includes contemporary pop, rock, and ballad
songs are characterized by their heartfelt and music created by Filipino artists. OPM has evolved
lyrical melodies. over the decades and incorporates various Western
musical influences.
2. Harana: Serenade music traditionally
performed by a man to express his love for a 4. Pinoy Rock: A genre that emerged in the 1970s,
woman. It is often performed with a guitar and blending rock music with Filipino cultural themes
features romantic lyrics. and language. Prominent bands include The
Eraserheads, Rivermaya, and Bamboo.
 The Philippines has a rich and diverse musical landscape, reflecting its history, culture, and regional
diversity. Here are some notable types of music in the Philippines:

5. Pinoy Rap: Filipino rap music that gained

popularity in the 1990s. It often features lyrics 9. Punk and Indie: The Philippines has a vibrant
about social issues, personal experiences, and punk and indie music scene, with underground
cultural identity. Artists like Francis Magalona bands creating music that often addresses social
and Andrew E are notable figures in this genre. and political themes.

6. Rondalla: A traditional ensemble music form 10.Religious and Choral Music: The Philippines
performed with stringed instruments like the has a strong tradition of choral music, often
banduria, laud, octavina, guitar, and bass. performed in churches. This includes both
Rondalla music is often used in folk dances and liturgical music and secular choral works.
celebrations.

7. Tinikling: Though primarily a dance form, the 11. Fiesta Music: Music played during local
music accompanying Tinikling involves traditional festivals, often characterized by lively
instruments like bamboo poles, creating a rhythmic rhythms and performed by marching bands
and lively sound. or brass bands.

8. Kulintang: An indigenous musical tradition from Each of these music genres reflects different
the southern Philippines, particularly among the aspects of Filipino culture, history, and
Moro and Lumad groups. It features a set of gongs societal influences.
played in a rhythmic, melodic fashion.

3. CULTURAL CLOTHES OF THE PHILIPPINES

The traditional Baro't Saya was

worn by the lowland people in
Filipinas. It includes the blouse
called "baro" and a skirt called
"saya". It is the Archetype of every
Filipiniana dress that has evolved
throughout the colonial era of the
Philippines. Today, the dress
represents the rural life in the
Philippines.