Dance as an Art Form

Dance as Art Form

• Dance is primarily considered a form of art.
• It's defined as purposefully recreating sequences of human motion, imbued with aesthetic values and symbolism understood within a specific culture.

Types of Dance

• Freeform and predefined choreography are two forms of dance.
• Artistic, Ceremonial, and Recreational are categories of dance.

Social Dance

• Social dance is intended for socialization and getting to know others.
• Cha-Cha (1940-1950), a lively, flirtatious, and passionate dance originating in Cuba, is an example.

Ballroom Dance

• Ballroom dance is a social and partner dance, enjoyed socially and competitively.
• Smooth/Standard and Rhythm/Latin are the two main types.

Festival Dance

• Festival dances are performed for special occasions and festivities.
• Ati-atihan Festival (3rd week of January) honors the Santo Niño image in Aklan and Panay Island.
• Sinulog Festival (3rd Sunday of January) celebrates and honors the Santo Niño image in Cebu.

Other Dance Types

• Ceremonial dances are performed for religious ceremonies, sometimes with prohibitions.
• Occupational dances portray work and labor.
• Courtship dances are used for courting.
• War dances are for battle.
• Interpretative dances depict stories or emotions.
• Community dances are performed by people with similar values.

Specific Dance Examples

• Pangalay (meaning "Temple of Dance in Sanskrit") dance is performed by the Tausug community during weddings and festivities in Sulu. It involves elaborate body postures, hand movements, Joloano costumes, and Janggay accessories. Music is characterized by a rhythmic pattern.
• Francisca Reyes-Aquino was a prominent dance researcher (1899-1983)

Fitness Components of Dance

• Balance, Coordination, and Strength are essential skill-related fitness components for dance.

Microscopy Comparison

• Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEM) produce 2D images, while Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM) create 3D images.