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    • Introduction to Philippine

    Folk Dance
    • Brief History of Philippine
    Folk Dance
    • Classifications of Philippine
    Folk Dance
    • Characteristics of Philippine
    Folk Dances
    Lesson 2 PHILIPPINE FOLK DANCE

    At the end of this lesson, you are expected to:

    • Enumerate the values derived form from the different forms and
    classifications of dances.
    • Appreciate the variety and uniqueness of Filipino values and traditions,
    beliefs and the characteristics of people living on it.

    Philippine folk dances have increased popularity and obtained world culture when some Philippine
    dance troupes performed in foreign nations. The Philippines has dances entertained and delighted
    people from all walks of life. Folk dances promote national good will through describing the habits
    customs and beliefs of the people all over the world.

    Social dances give opportunities to develop the individual’s ability to communicate, mingle and socialize
    wit other people. Social dances also prepare the person to basic dance steps, positions, movements and
    rhythms.

    Introduction to Philippine Folk Dances


    Folk dances are traditionally dances of a country which were evolved naturally and spontaneously in
    connection with everyday activities and experiences of the people. These traditional dances handed
    down from generation to generation that describe the traditions, beliefs, occupations, ways of life and
    characteristics of people living in a certain nation through body movements.

    Values Derived from Studying Philippine Folk Dances


    Philippine folk dances minor the culture of Filipino ancestors. Studying Philippine folk dances is likewise,
    studying the Filipino heritage.

    You as a students will realize the significance of Philippine Folk Dance in various ways:

    1. Strengthen patriotism and nationalism.


    2. Appreciate the aesthetic value of Philippine folk dances.
    3. Preserve the Filipino heritage through folk dancing.
    4. Promote the Filipino culture through folk dancing.
    5. Gain healthy posture through graceful and rhythmic coordination of body movement.
    6. Provide a healthy form of relaxation and recreation.

    Brief History of the Philippine Folk Dances


    When the Philippines was discovered by Ferdinand Magellan in 1921, it had been inhabited by
    differential groups; the Indonesians, Malays and Pygmies. The offspring of the Pygmies were the
    Negritos whose dances describe their daily activities like Sinulog, a dual dance where two men use
    bolos.
    For centuries, dancing and singing have been the principal past time of the people. The early Filipinos
    discovered as a religious activity. They performed dances in thanksgiving for a fruitful harvest, a
    victorious battle and prosperous voyage or recovery from sickness.

    During the Spanish period, dancing played an important part in the social activities of the Filipinos.
    Kumintang, a pantomimed song and dance was the oldest recorded activity among the Christianized
    Filipinos.

    The Spaniards introduced different dances such as Fandangos, Lanceros, Rigodon, Cariñosa, and
    Curacha. Western cultures and dances of other European countries during the 16th century were also
    introduced, absorbed and blended in our native culture which later became our traditional folk dances.

    Nowadays, folk dancing has been increasing in popularity. There are numerous fascinating Philippine
    dances which have already been documented and performed not only in school but also in various
    dance groups, both for amateurs and professionals.

    A folk dance is a dance developed by people that reflect the life of the people of a certain
    country or region. Not all ethnic dances are folk dances. For example, ritual dances or dances of
    ritual origin are not considered to be folk dances. Ritual dances are usually called "Religious
    dances" because of their purpose. The terms "ethnic" and "traditional" are used when it is
    required to emphasize the cultural roots of the dance. In this sense, nearly all folk dances are
    ethnic ones. If some dances, such as polka, cross ethnic boundaries and even cross the boundary
    between "folk" and "ballroom dance", ethnic differences are often considerable enough to
    mention.
    Folk dances share some or all of the following attributes:

    • Dances are usually held at folk dance gatherings or social functions by people with little or no professional
    training, often to traditional music.
    • Dances not generally designed for public performance or the stage, though they may later be arranged and
    set for stage performances.
    • Execution dominated by an inherited tradition from various international cultures rather than innovation
    (though folk traditions change over time).
    • New dancers often learn informally by observing others or receiving help from others.
    More controversially, some people define folk dancing as dancing for which there is no governing body or
    dancing for which there are no competitive or professional institutions. The term "folk dance" is sometimes
    applied to dances of historical importance in European culture and history; typically originating before the 20th
    century. For other cultures the terms "ethnic dance" or "traditional dance" are sometimes used, although the
    latter terms may encompass ceremonial dances.
    There are a number of modern dances, such as hip hop dance, that evolve spontaneously, but the term "folk
    dance" is generally not applied to them, and the terms "street dance" or "vernacular dance" are used instead.
    The term "folk dance" is reserved for dances which are to a significant degree bound by tradition and
    originated in the times when the distinction existed between the dances of "common folk" and the dances of
    the modern ballroom dances originated from folk ones.
    Classification of Philippine Folk Dances
    Folk dancing is a very wholesome form of recreation enjoyed by everybody. Significantly, part
    of the rich Filipino culture and arts is folk dance. There are several dances for all occasions, i.e.,
    wedding, occupation, festival, war and victory.

    Francisca Reyes Aquino, the Philippines’ national artist and Mother of Philippine Folk Dances
    started the collection of dances and song as early as 1924. She authorized six (6) volumes of books in
    Philippine Folk dances and many other unpublished books. These dances have been categorized into
    non-Christian or their ethnic dances and Christian dances. The ethnic dances are described as the
    highest form of art of the Filipino dances because of their innate, unique and beautiful movements. The
    Christian dances mostly adopted the Spanis and other European influences and mixed the native Filipino
    culture. These Christian dances include Jotas, Pandanggo, and Habanera.

    Francisca Reyes Aquino identified the Philippine Folk Dances based on general and special
    classifications.

    CLASSIFICATION OF PHILIPPINE FOLK DANCE

    General Classification Special Classification

    Geography Nature Movements Formation Old Dance with Dances of


    Ballroom Implements Combined
    Dance Rhythm
    National Occupational Active Square or • Polka • Maglalatik • Surtido
    • Mazurka • Sakuting • Pantomia
    • Rigodon • Planting • Tinikling Quadrille • Chotis • Jota • Los
    • Cariñosa • Harvesting • Maglalatik • Rigodon • Valse Macadeòa Bailes de
    • Jota • Pounding • Sakuting • Los Bailes • Tinikling Ayer
    • Balitaw • Winnowing • Polkabal de Ayer • Salakot
    • Pandanggo • Pabirik
    • Mananguete Moderate Long
    Local • Cariñosa Formation
    • Tinikling Religious • Tagala • Lulay
    • Maglalatik • Dugsu • Habanera • Sakuting
    • Esperanza • Sua-Sua • Puripuri
    • Subli • Putong
    •
    Set
    Biniganbigat • Sta. Clarang
    Slow • Binadyong
    • Pinong-pino
    • Pasakat • Haplik
    • Amorora • Kakawati
    Comic • Tiliday
    • Kumbo- • Kundiman
    kumbo
    • Makonggo
    • Kinoton
    Game Slow&Fast
    • Lubi-lubi • Putritos
    • Pavo • Ba-Ingles
    • Habanera
    Wedding • Botoleòa
    • Alcomfor
    • Pananasaan

    Courtship
    • Hele-hele
    • Bago Quire
    • Maramion
    • Tadek
    • Daling-
    daling

    Festival
    • Pandanggo
    • Habanera
    • Jota
    • Suntido

    War
    • Sagayan
    • Palu-palo

    DESCRIPTIONS:
    1. National Dances – present throughout the island with little or no modifications
    2. Local Dances – present in certain localities only.
    3. Occupational – dances depicting action of certain occupation, industry or human labor.
    4. Religious or Ceremonial – dances being performed in connection with religious vows
    and ceremonies.
    5. Comic Dances – depicting funny movement for entertainment.
    6. Game Dances – having play elements (dance mixers.)
    7. Wedding Dances – dances being performed during wedding feast.
    8. Courtship Dances – dances depicting love-making.
    9. Festival Dances – dances fitting for special occasion or any social gathering.
    10. War Dances – dances showing imaginary combat or duel.

    Characteristics of Philippine Folk Dances


    Philippine Folk Dances are described in terms of the following:
    1. Dancers stand apart.
    2. Partners stay apart at 6’ away
    3. There is little, if any, bodily contact.
    4. Most dances are in long formation.
    5. Most of the dances are done by pairs or couples.
    6. Hand movements play an important part.
    7. Most dances begin and end with saludo.
    8. Dance form the lowlands have more foreign elements than those found in the uplands.
    9. War dances are found among non-Christian tribes.

    DO’s in Folk Dancing


    Folk Dancing will require the following tips:

    1. Dance in natural, simple and direct manner.


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

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