Dance

MODULE 2 DANCE

Prepared by:

Espinas, Althea Faye

Lazarte, Nathaniel
Dionela, Zairen
Esguerra,Hazel Ann
De Ocampo, Mira Zekiah
Delmo Kristine
Dirain, Rayza
Learning Outcomes
After lesson 2, the students shall be able to
reiterate the importance of dancing in one's
life and culture
 People dance because of the following reasons:

1 2 3

Religious,
Self-expression Ritualistic Entertainment
Purposes
Dancing is a means of expressing
one's emotions through movement
disciplined by rhythm. This module
gives knowledge about dancing,
reasons why people dance, how dance
was introduced in the Philippines.
This will also tackle Folk Dancing.
Dancing is an integral part of life
itself. Dance according to Seaton et
al. (1992) can be defined as any
patterned, rhythmic movement of the
human body in space and time as a
means of expression. Since pre
historic times, humans have always
had the desire to dance. Today, that
is still with us.
Values of dancing Benefits of Dancing

1. Physical fitness 1.Fitness

2. Cultural 2. Joy and satisfaction
3. Social 3. Grace and Coordination
4. Recreational 4. Self-expression
 10 POPULAR
DANCES AROUND
THE WORLD
1. Samba (Brazil)

-Samba is derived from ‘semba’ meaning

‘invitation to dance’. Developers in the
1950s, it is a Brazilian dance form, which
grew from the culture brought by African
people in Brazil.
2. Salsa (Cuba)
-the popular Salsa born in eastern Cuba. It
is thought to have been created by
intermingling of Spanish and African
ancestry. Though the style migrated to
New York city in the 1950s as a social
dance form, its roots are firmly planted in
the Caribbean.
3. Hip-hop (US)

-Hip-hop refers to a range of street dances

that developed in relation to hip-hop
culture and music. It flourished as a new
style performed on street, which dates
back to the early 1970s in New York and
California, evolving out of Funk.
4. Step Dance (Ireland)
-eastward and step food in Ireland: well
known for its Irish step dance.
Riverdance, a theatrical show back in the
1990s, featured the Iris Step dance and
that popularized this dance around the
world. Performed solo or in groups, the
evolution of this dance was brought about
by the Celts.
5. Flamenco (Spain)
-Out of the country of Spain, emerges the
captivating Flamenco. Some believe that
Flamenco emerged from Andalusian
gypsies who migrated to northern India
and then to the southern Spain. This art
form incorporates foot stomping, singing,
snapping, clapping and guitar playing.
6. Waltz (Austria)
-It originates from the German word
Walzer which means ‘to roll or revolve’ .
Originating from the Austrian and
German dances, Waltz is one of the oldest
ballroom dances. It is a slow and graceful
partner dance from the 19th century.
Today both the faster Viennese Waltz, and
the slower American and International
style waltzes are extremely popular.
7. Belly dance (Middle East)

-Belly dance from the Middle East has

won the hearts of audiences across the
world. The first belly dancers were a
group of traveling dancers known as the
ghawazee. These women were considered
gypsies in Egypt in the 18th century and
were banished from Cairo during the
1830s.
8. Bharatnatyam (India)
-Let’s head over to Asia and discover the
south Indian dance- Bharatnatyam, the
dance form that fascinates me since my
childhood. Bharatnatyam, regarded as
mother of many Indian classical dance
forms, is presumably the oldest classical
dance heritage of India. It initiated in
Hindu temples of Tamil Nadu and later
spread across South India. It was
originally reserved only for female temple
dancers and from 1930s it began to be
performed in public.
9. Dragon Dance (China)
-In the Chinese culture, the dragon
symbolizes power, affluence and good
luck. People use it to scare off evil spirits
and bring prosperity. The performers hold
the poles placed beneath the huge fabric
dragon and raise and lower it in series of
wavelike movements, giving the dragon
the appearance of dancing. The
movement with the dragon symbolizes
the hunt for knowledge, wisdom and
truth.
10. Ballet (Russia)

-The Russian ballet developed during

Italian Renaissance, before evolving in
France and Russia into a concert dance.
This form accompanied by classical
music has many subgenres including
classical, romantic and contemporary.
 8 POPULAR
DANCES IN THE
PHILIPPINES
1. 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. SINGKIL

-Singkil originated in Lake Lanao, Mindanao

and is based on the story of Darangen, the
pre-Islamic Maranao interpretation of the
ancient Hindu epic, the Ramayana. The
dance tells the story of the rescue of Princess
Gandingan by Prince Bantugan. The dance
means “to entangle the feet with disturbing
objects such as vines or anything in your
path,” symbolizing the difficult journey of
the characters in the epic.
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.
4. BINASUAN
-is another folk dance that requires an
impressive degree of balance, as the name
itself means “with the use of drinking
glasses.” Dancers must balance glasses
filled with rice wine on their heads as they
move very carefully as any misstep may
lead to disaster. This folk dance originated
in Bayambang, Pangasinan and is usually
performed at weddings or festivals. The
dance begins with everyone moving in
unison and then eventually breaks into
smaller groups.
5. PANDANGGO SA
ILAW
-is a folk dance that originated in Lubang
Island, Mindoro and was influenced by the
Spanish fandango. This dance requires
dancers to balance three glasses with
candles or oil lamps inside, one on their
head and one on each hand. The dance
became popular among the ilustrados
during the Spanish period and then it was
later adapted among local communities. The
dance is still performed as part of rituals for
religious processions around the country.
6. 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.
7. BALLET
-European classical ballet was introduced to
the Philippines in the early 20th century as
international acts such as the Lilliputians
with their “ballet girls” and the Baroufski
Imperial Russian Circus showcasing their
ballerinas. In 1922, Russian prima ballerina
Anna Pavlova graced the Manila Grand
Opera House and encouraged local girls to
study ballet. Several ballet companies have
since been established in the country,
performing both classical ballets like The
Nutcracker and Don Quixote, and
Philippine-inspired ballets like Itim Asu and
Awitin Mo At Isasayaw Ko.
8. JAZZ
-Philippine contemporary dance has
evolved into many forms and some difficult
to limit to a specific genre. Jazz dance is an
umbrella term that can refer to several
dance styles including tap, ballet, jazz
music, and African-American rhythms and
dance. If we’re talking jazz music, the
Philippines was once known as the “Jazz
Capital of Asia” with bands and singers
attracting visitors from all around the
continent. Jazz is also a key element of
musical theater choreography as it is
interwoven with other dance styles to better
tell the story of a musical.
FOLK DANCES

-are traditional dances of a country

which were evolved naturally and
spontaneously in connection with
everyday activities and experiences of
the people who developed them. Folk
dancing is the heartbeat of the people.
Types of Folk dances:

1. National-traditional dances of a given country.

2. Regional local.
3. Character-created by individual or group.
 Objectives of teaching
Philippine folk dances
1. To foster patriotism and nationalism through the study of our
dance.
2. To arouse better appreciation of Philippine music and folk
dances.
3. To provide through dancing, a healthful form of relaxation
and recreation.
 Objectives of teaching
Philippine folk dances
4. To develop a graceful and rhythmic coordination of body movements
that will improve
posture.
5. To preserve for posterity, folk dances and music indigenous to the different
regions of the Philippines.
6. To demonstrate the growth of Filipino culture through the evolution of
Philippine dances.
Characteristics of Philippine
Folk dances:

1. In general, dancers stand apart

2. There is little, if any, bodily contact.
3. Most of the dances are done by pairs or couples.
4. Hand movements play an important part.
Characteristics of Philippine
Folk dances:

5. Most dances are in long formation.

6. Most dances begin and end with "saludo."
7. Dances from the lowlands have more foreign elements those found in the
uplands.
8. War dances are found among non-Christian tribes.
Classification of Philippine
Dances
 1. General Classification

A. Geographical extent of origin

1. National dances-found throughout the islands with little or no
modification.
Examples: Rigodon, Carinosa, Jota, Balitaw, Pandanggo.
2. Local dances-found in a certain locality.
Examples: Tinikling-Leyte
 B. Nature
Maglalatik-Binyang Esperanza-Nabua Subli-
Batangas Biniganbigat-Abra

1. Occupational-depicting action of certain occupation, industry, or human

labor.
Examples: Planting, Harvesting, Pounding, Winnowing, Pabirik,
Mananguete, etc.
2.Religious or Ceremonial performed in connection with religious vows and
ceremonies.
Examples: Dugsu, Sua sua, Putong, Sta. Clarang Pinong-pino, etc.
3. Comic dances-depicting funny movements for entertainment.
Examples: Kimbo-kimbo Makonggo, Kinoton
B. Nature
Maglalatik-Binyang Esperanza-Nabua Subli-
Batangas Biniganbigat-Abra

4. Game dances with play elements (dance mixers)

Examples: Lubi - lubi, Pavo
5. Wedding dances performed during wedding feast.
Examples: Panasahan, etc.
6. Courtship dances-depicting love making.
Examples: Hele hele, Bago Quiere, Maramion, Tadek,
Daling-daling
B. Nature
Maglalatik-Binyang Esperanza-Nabua Subli-
Batangas Biniganbigat-Abra

7 . Festival dances-suitable for special occasion or any social

gathering.
Examples: Pandanggo, Habanera, Jota, Surtido.
8. War dances: showing imaginary combat or duel.
Examples: Sagayan, Palu-palo, etc.
C. Movements

1. Active-with fast energetic movements.

Examples: Tinikling, Maglalatik, Sakuting, Polkabal, etc.
2. Moderate.
Examples: Cariñosa, Tagala, Habanera, Purpuri, etc.
3. Slow-
Examples: Pasakat, Amorosa, Tiliday, Kundiman,
4. Slow and Fast-
Examples: Putritos, Ba-Ingles, Habanera Botoleña, Alcamfor, etc.

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 D. Formation

1. Square or Quadrille
Examples: Rigodon, Los Bailes de Ayer, etc.
2. Long formation (two or more parallel lines)
Examples: Lulay, Sakuting
3. Set consisting of two or more pairs as a unit, partners facing
each other or standing side by side.
Examples: Binadyong, Haplik, Kakawati, etc.
 1. Special Classification-Group
dances having special
distinctive features
A. Dances with Songs
Examples: Aburaray, Manang Biday, Lulay, Rogelia, Lawiswis Kawayan,
etc.
B . Old Ballroom Dances
Examples: Polka, Mazurka Chotis, Valse, etc.
C. Dances with Implements
Examples: Maglalatik Sakuting Jota Moncadena Tinikling Salakot
D. Dances of Combined Rhythm
Examples: Surtido, Pantomina, Los Bailes de Ayer
 Factors Affecting Folk Dances

1.Geographical location
2. Economic conditions
3. Climatic conditions
4. Customs and traditions.
 Don'ts in Folk Dancing

1. Do not exaggerate the dance steps.

2. Do not make the dances too dainty and graceful like ballet.
3. Don't make entrance and exit long.
4. Don't make steps too elaborate and complicated.
5. Don't call a dance a folk dance unless steps come from traditional
dances.
 Do's in Folk Dancing

1. Dance in a natural, simple and direct manner.

2. Dance with ease and smoothness.
3. Use the proper costume for the dance.
4. Follow directions and dance instructions as closely as
possible.
5. Dance with feeling and expression.
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