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Philippines Dance
Philippine dance is influenced by Spanish, American, and Asian dances. La Jota Moncadena is an example of Spanish influence,while Sayaw sa Banco and Tinikling have Southeast Asian influence.
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What is the difference between Philippine folk dance and foreign folk dance?
The Philippines consist of 7107 islands, broken down into three groups, Luzon, Mindano, and Visayas. Their folk dances represent actual activities and chores they endure to survive, while other nations dances are more traditional, such as the Chinese symbolic dragon dance, Japanese ancestral dance, and American square dance.
What are examples of comic dance in the Philippines?
Comic dances are those that depict funny movements for entertainment. Two examples of comic dance are Makonggo and Kinoton.
What are the fundamental dance positions?
it is important that one must undergo the fundamental or basic positions of both arms and feet in dancing in order to provide better performance in all dancing activities. one has to memorize the steps, the hand and body movements, and follow the rhythm of the music.
First position, which includes heels together and toes apart. Second position which includes separates heels and turned out feet. Third position is less common but is when one heel is put half way through the other foot. Fourth position is an extended third. And fifth position is when one foot completely crosses in front of the other.
What are the five fundamental positions of arms and feet?
first: -arms: rounded in front of you as if you were holding a beach ball -feet: start will them parallel, then put weight on the heels while pushing the toes outward second: -arms: start in first, and bring the arms straight out to the sides -feet: start with the feet in first and put them a foot apart instead of the heels touching third: -arms: start in first, bring on arm down, and bring one up, keeping them both rounded -feet: start in first and bring one heel into the arch of the other foot
The Filipino traditional itik-itik dance is performed in a three quarters rhythm: 1 2 3 / 1 2 3. A dancer begins by stepping out with the heel of one foot while taking two small steps toward the starting foot. The footwork is very choppy and repetitive. Each step lies on a beat. The dancer must push out her hips opposite from her starting point on count 1 and bring it back to center for counts 2 and 3. The arms are extended with one arm above shoulder level and the other below shoulder level. The arms flap to shoulder level ticking on every count. There is an obvious tilt in the head towards one shoulder on count 1. The dancer can also sway a waltz step while extending her arms from side to side with fluttering fingers. Itik-itik is performed as an exciting imitation of ducklings.
What are the four basic steps in self fulfilling prophecy?
4 steps to self-fulfilling prophecy - Perceiver has expectations about how target will behave - Perceiver then behaves in a way that is likely to elicit the expected target behavior - Target indeed behaves in a way that confirms perceiver's expectations - Perceiver sees predicted behavior o Objective perceiver might also see it
What are the basic dance steps in 3 4 time signature?
- plain polka
- waltz
- sway balance with raise
- mincing
- redoba
- three steps and point
- mazurka
- cross waltz
- plain waltz
The step point dance is a traditional Irish jig dance. It also is seen occasionally in ball room and ballet dancing.
Why do you have study Philippine folk dances?
We need to study Philippine folk dances because it is a part of our culture.
What is the meaning of hands holding skirt in the dance terms in the Philippines?
It's the way a skirt is held at the side (such as when a woman does a curtsy.
What is the full name of Samantha of asf dancers?
The full name of Samantha of the ASF Dancers is Samantha Whitmire.
"ASF Dancers" is the dance group that performs in the concluded noontime show, Wowowee. The group's name was derived from the name of their choreographer, Anna S. Feliciano.
What is the history of bakya dance in the Philippines?
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BAKYA DANCE
"Bakya" means wooden shoes. They are the common
footwear of the poor in the "barrios". During the rainy
season almost all people wear them. They are made in
different materials, colors, and shapes. This dance is
very interesting and lively. In a playful mood, young
boys and girls are supposed to be teasing each other
rhythmically with their "bakya".
COSTUME. Girls wear "balintawak" and boys "barong tagalog" with red trousers. All have on "bakya".
It is the part of your foot just behind your toes, before the arch and heel. In most dance styles, you dance primarily on this part of the foot, and rarely on your heels. When dancing "on the balls of your feet", it means to dance with your feet arched as if you are in high heels.
Steps of kappa malong malong dance?
bwiset!! nakakapikon na to ha!!. ang hirap hirap!!. wala man pala yung sagot dito!!
Philippine folk dance examples in Luzon Visayas and Mindanao?
Luzon, Visayas & Mindanao Folk Dance
LUZON -- Consisting of the tribes such as Ifugao, Benquet, Kalinga, Bontoc, Apayo, Kalinga, sometimes these are call Igorot. " But sometimes that is considered degrading ." Cordillerea name also used for some parts the Luzon Region...
Northern most region of the Philippines, Luzon gets its Cultural influence from Hindu-Buddist, Spanish and many ethnic regilous tribes. All with differences and beliefs. But in all the Cultural and Folk Dances from this region represents all different factions in one way or the other.
Dances of Luzon ( see side bar for pictures of many of the dances )
* Dance: Idaw
This dance sometimes has many names and different versions. Most common is this dance depicts the hunting ritual performed before a tribal war. The tribes men would go out and look up and watch for the scared Idaw bird. Which is said to lead the tribe to victory. Also look at the clothing, Philippines being a very hot climate, plus the use of as little material as possible, the traditional clothing was not made to cover much of the body....
* Dance : Banga
This dance displays the Igorot women on their way to the river to fetch the daily water supply for thier familys. It shows the skill and strength of the women as they would carry heavy laiden clay pots (Banga) full of water. Their grace and agility while balancing the heavy pots, sometimes stacks 5 high, is a testiment of the Filipino and how hardships become a art form and talent. As a young girl you would start with only one pot. Of course as you become older and more experienced, along with the fact that you could provide more water for your family in one trip. Pots could be stacked as high as 5 or 6. The more pots you could carry showed your skill and also you standing amoung the women of that area. They would all gather and march to the river each day, singing a native song which is represented by the flute and banging of bamboo on iron pots in the dance......
* Dance : Idudu
The family is the basic structure of family life among the Itneg / Tinggian poeple. The caring for the Children is shared by both the mother and father. While the men are clearing the fields, breaking the soil with bamboo and their feet, the women watch the children. Soon as the men are done, they take care of the children while the women do back breaking work. You can see in the dance how the women will take the bamboo baskets in a shaking fashion like drying the rice, while the men are going in circles in background like they are toiling the land. Then you will see the women put down the baskets fold the cloth into a baby while the husband stands aside. Then the women will turn over the baby to the husband, pick up the bamboo and start toiling the land while the men hold and cradle the babys.........
* Dance : Ragsaksakan
The word means " Merriment". This dance would be performed after a successful headhunt and also for a peace pact between waring tribles. The colorful hand woven blankets " blankets of life" are worn around the neck while baskets to carry produce or rice are worn upon the head. Some versions of this dance use the " Banga " instead of the basket.
MINDANAO-- This is the southern most region of The Philippines. Being the second largest island in the Philippines, its Culture consists of mostly Muslium or " Moro " people, also composed of other ethnic groups such as the Maranao, Tausug, Banguingui, and indigenous tribes know as Lumad. You will see alot of Arabian, and Middle Eastern influence in thier costumes and dances.
Dances of Mindanao - ( See side bar for pictures and more info)
* Dance : Singkil
Sinkil dance takes its name from the bells worn on the ankles of the Muslim princess. Perhaps one of the oldest of truly Filipino dances, the Singkil recounts the epic legend of the "Darangan" of the Maranao people of Mindanao. This epic, written sometime in the 14th century, tells the fateful story of Princess Gandingan, who was caught in the middle of a forest during an earthquake caused by the diwatas, or fairies or nymph of the forest.
The rhythmic clapping of criss-crossed bamboo poles represent the trees that were falling, which she gracefully avoids. Her slave loyally accompanies her throughout her ordeal. Finally, she is saved by the prince. Dancers wearing solemn faces and maintaining a dignified pose being dancing at a slow pace which soon progresses to a faster tempo skillfully manipulate apir, or fans which represent the winds that prove to be auspicious. The dancers weave expertly through criss-crossed bamboos.
* Dance : Kini Kini
Kini means the Royal Walk. Maranao women performed this dance with scarves. The beauty of the scarve and the talent and grace in which it is displayed. Shows their elite social upbringing.
* Dance : Pangalay
A pangalay native to the Badjao, sometimes known as the "Sea Gypsies." Pangalay is a dance that emphasizes the agility of the upper body. The rhythmic bounce of the shoulder with simultaneous alternating waving of arms are the basic movement of this dance. The pangalay is commonly performed at weddings and other social gatherings. You will also see some parts of the Sinkgil in this dance also. Another part of this dance is also called the Muslium four Bamboos.
* Dance : Asik
This is performed by a solo madien, adorned with fine beads and make up, long head scarf. She would dance to win the favor of her Sultan master. Many time the girls would dance to win the hearts of her master or to make up for a wrong she had done. She would give her whole heart and soul into this performance to soften the heart of her master to accept her...
VISAYAS -- Being the Central Island of The Philippines, Visayas is also broken down into three sections. Central , Eastern, Western. Consisting of Austronesians, Negritos, these we Animist Tribal Group. Many others tribes from around surrounding island would come after the downfall or break up of thier tribes. Visayas became a melting pot for many different Tribes and Cultural backgrouds. You will find Arbian, Spanish, and some Western influences in the dances of this region. You will see that the dances of the Visayas are more upbeat and exciting, not so much in Drama and tribal meanings as other regions.
* Dance : Sayaw Sa Banko
This dance is native to the barrio of Pangapisan, Lingayen, Pangasinan, and demands skill from its performers who must dance on top of a bench roughly six inches wide.
* Dance : Tinkling
Tinnikling is considered the national folkdance with a pair of dancers hopping between two bamboo poles held just above the ground and struck together in time to music. Originated from Leyte Province, this dance is in fact a mimic movement of "tikling birds" hopping over trees, grass stems or over bamboo traps set by farmers. Dancers perform this dance with remarkable grace and speed jumping between bamboo poles.
* Dance : Subli
The term "subli" is from two tagalog words "subsub" meaning falling on head and "bali", which means broken. Hence, the dancers appear to be lame and crooked throughout the dance. This version is originally a ritual dance of the natives of Bauan, Batangas, which is shown during fiestas as a ceremonial worship dance to the town's icon, the holy cross
* Dance : Maglalatik
Originally performed in Binan, Laguna as a mock-war dance that demonstrates a fight between the Moros and the Christians over the prized latik or coconut meat during the Spanish rule, this dance is also shown to pay tribute to the town's patron saint, San Isidro Labrador. It has a four-part performance such as the palipasan and the baligtaran showing the intense battle, the paseo and the escaramusa- the reconciliation. Moro dancers wear read trousers while the Christian dancers show up in blue. All dancers are male; with harnesses of coconut shells attached on their chests, backs, thighs and hips.
