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What does the use of gongs and kulintangs in Philippine folk dances signify?
What does the use of gongs and kulintangs in Philippine folk dances signify?
Which dance term refers to a movement where partners join hands together while facing each other?
Which dance term refers to a movement where partners join hands together while facing each other?
What is the primary influence on traditional Philippine dances according to Francisca Reyes Aquino?
What is the primary influence on traditional Philippine dances according to Francisca Reyes Aquino?
Which foot movement involves pulling one foot along the floor close to the other?
Which foot movement involves pulling one foot along the floor close to the other?
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What does the 'bilao' hand movement involve?
What does the 'bilao' hand movement involve?
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What hand movement is characterized by movement from the wrist in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction?
What hand movement is characterized by movement from the wrist in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction?
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Which arm position indicates that both arms are held at one side?
Which arm position indicates that both arms are held at one side?
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What does a 'jump' movement classify as in foot movements?
What does a 'jump' movement classify as in foot movements?
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What is the primary characteristic of the dance style Pangalay?
What is the primary characteristic of the dance style Pangalay?
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Which dance is characterized by the use of sticks to mimic chopstick rhythms?
Which dance is characterized by the use of sticks to mimic chopstick rhythms?
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What does the term 'Sarok' typically involve?
What does the term 'Sarok' typically involve?
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What cultural background is associated with the Sua-Ku-Sua dance?
What cultural background is associated with the Sua-Ku-Sua dance?
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Which dance reflects the romanticized relationship between pomelo trees and women?
Which dance reflects the romanticized relationship between pomelo trees and women?
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In which dance do the performers typically apply rice powder to their faces?
In which dance do the performers typically apply rice powder to their faces?
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What is the main action performed in the dance termed 'Stamp'?
What is the main action performed in the dance termed 'Stamp'?
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Which dance is defined as referring to a group of peasants?
Which dance is defined as referring to a group of peasants?
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Which term best describes a dance specifically intended for courtship?
Which term best describes a dance specifically intended for courtship?
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What concept does the Pangalay dance draw from?
What concept does the Pangalay dance draw from?
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Study Notes
Philippine Folk Dances: Overview
- Philippine folk dances reflect the culture, customs, beliefs, and daily life of communities.
- Costumes, props, and implements reveal the dance's origin.
- Musical elements like gongs, kulintangs, and pentatonic scales show cultural exchange.
- Spanish colonization influenced traditional dances, according to Francisca Reyes Aquino.
Dance Terms: Arm Movements
- Abrasete: Girl holds partner's right arm with her left hand, free hands at the side.
- Arms in lateral position: Arms at one side (right or left).
- Arms in reverse T: Horizontally positioned arms with bent elbows.
- Crossed arms: Partners facing each other, hands joined.
- Hayon-hayon: One forearm in front, one at the back of the waist.
- Salok: Arm swings downward-upward, passing in front of the body.
- Star with the right hand: Four or more people join right hands centrally and circle clockwise.
- Star with the left hand: Same as above, but joining left hands and circling counterclockwise.
Dance Terms: Hand Movements
- Bilao: Palms turned up and down alternately.
- Free hand: Hand not positioned or moving.
- Inside hand: Hand closest to partner.
- Kumintang: Hand moves from wrist in clockwise or counterclockwise direction.
- Masiwak: Hand turns clockwise from the wrist, then wrist raises and lowers.
Dance Terms: Foot Movements
- Brush: Weight on one foot, heel of other foot hits the floor and is lifted.
- Cut: Quickly switching feet, transferring body weight.
- Draw: Pulling one foot along the floor near the weighted foot.
- Free foot: Foot not supporting body weight.
- Inside foot: Foot nearest partner.
- Hop: Landing on the same foot, in place or direction.
- Jump: Landing on both feet in any direction.
- Leap: Landing on the same foot from any direction.
- Place: Positioning a foot without weight transfer.
- Pivot: Turning with ball, heel, or whole foot on a fixed place.
- Point: Lightly touching floor with toes, while weight on the other foot.
- Slide: Smoothly gliding foot along the floor.
- Stamp: Forcibly bringing foot down, with or without weight transfer.
- Step: Moving one foot forward, backward or sideways, transferring weight.
- Tap: Tapping toe of free foot, ankle flexed, without weight change.
Dance Terms: Body Movements
- Jaleo: Partners turn clockwise or counter-clockwise by any step.
- Sarok: Right foot crosses in front of left, body bends slightly forward, hands cross in front with right over left.
- Saludo: Partners bow to each other.
- Whirl: Fast turning by executing small steps in place, right or left.
Sua-Ku-Sua
- Meaning: "My Pomelo Tree"
- Culture: Lowland Muslim (coastal)
- Origin: Jolo, Sulu
- Influences: China, Malaysia, Indonesia
- Group: Tausug
- Classification: Courtship dance
- Tausugs are seafarers and farmers, with pomelo orchards.
- The dance represents the relationship between the pomelo tree & Tausugs.
- Performed with white fans resembling leaves.
Binislakan (Lingayen)
- Meaning: "With the use of sticks"
- Culture: Christian Lowland
- Origin: Pangasinan
- Influences: China
- Group: Pangasinense
- Classification: Social dance
- Lingayen's name references a Chinese word.
- The dance commemorates a Chinese pirate's time in the area.
- Stick use imitates Chinese chopsticks.
Pangalay
- Meaning: "fingernail"
- Culture: Lowland Muslim (coastal)
- Origin: Sulu
- Influences: Thailand, Malaysia, Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia
- Group: Tausug
- Classification: Social dance
- Emphasizes shoulder, elbow, and wrist flexibility – like a martial art.
- Performed mainly at weddings or festive events
- Originated from pre-Islamic Buddhist concepts.
Tiklos
- Meaning: Group of peasants
- Origin: Panay and Leyte
- Influences: China, Burma, Cambodia
- Classification: Recreational dance
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Explore the rich tapestry of Philippine folk dances that showcase the culture, customs, and daily life of communities. Learn about the significance of costumes, props, and the musical elements that reflect cultural exchange, as well as the influence of Spanish colonization on traditional dances.
