Philippine folk dance
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This document discusses Philippine folk dances. It explains that folk dances are the oldest form of dance that evolved naturally from everyday activities like occupations, customs and festivals. Folk dances are passed down through generations, though the movements may vary between areas. The document then outlines the major classifications of Philippine folk dances, including Cordillera dances from mountain tribes, Spanish-influenced dances, Muslim dances, tribal dances of ethnic minorities, and rural dances depicting village life. Examples of specific folk dances are provided for each category.
Philippine folk dance
- 1. Philippine Folk Dance Physical Education
- 2. What is dance? A form of expression of oneself through rhythmic movement.
- 3. So, what is FOLK DANCE • the oldest form of dance and the earliest form of communication • the traditional dance of a given country which evolved naturally and spontaneously with everyday activities • e.g. occupations, customs, festivals, rituals
- 4. So, what is FOLK DANCE • It is handed down from generation to generation • It has more or less a fixed movement in their pattern, but may differ in various areas or provinces
- 5. 5 Major Classifications of Philippine Folk Dances • Cordillera Dances • Spanish Influenced Dances • Muslim Dances • Tribal Dances • Rural Dances
- 6. Cordillera Dances • Bontoc, Ifugao, Benguet, Apayo, & Kalinga tribes • a people whose way of life existed long before any • a good foot on the harvest, health, peace, Philippines war, and other • Gongs, ganza symbols of living • Dances reflects rituals Spaniard or other which celebrate their foreigners stepped daily lives
- 7. Cordillera Dances • Bontoc – “Pattong” • Kalinga – “Banga”
- 8. Spanish Influenced Dances • Philippine aristocrats created Filipino adaptations of European dances • jotas, fandangos, mazurkas, waltzes • dances by the young • Dances reflects socialites to the Christianity, and stringed music of European art and the rondalla culture
- 9. Spanish Influenced Dances “Jota” “Habanera”
- 10. Muslim Dances • Influenced by Malay, Javanese & Middle Eastern Traders (Islam) • mysticism, royalty, and beauty • Uses intricate hand & arm movement • the fingers express feelings & emotions • Uses shimmering costumes
- 11. Muslim Dances • Maranao – “Singkil” • Tausug – “Pangalay”
- 12. Tribal Dances • intricate craftsmanship in metal, clothing, and jewelry • reflects rituals & animals, belief in “spirits” & shamans, • Also known as Ethnic nature – “anito” dances; • animal sounds, found in Ethnic minorities different parts of human singing, the Philippines (T’boli, Bilaan, Manobo, Bagobo, indigenous materials etc.)
- 13. Tribal Dances • T’boli – “Madal Tahaw” • Manobo – “Bangkakaw”
- 14. Rural Dances • Shows gaiety & laughter, festivities • Performed in fiestas to honor patron saints give homage to the barrios namesake for a good harvest, health, & • Indigenous materials, • Reflects the simple life of perseverance the people in the barrio • Depicts common work, clapping, rondalla, daily activities of the percussion peasants instruments
- 15. Rural Dances • “Maglalatik” • “Oasioas”
- 16. Thank You!