Dance Flashcards
A form of expression of oneself through rhythmic movement
Dance
Is the oldest form of dance; one of the earliest forms of communication
Folk Dancing
who is the legendary Mother of Philippine Dancing?
Francisca Reyes Aquino
Pioneered the Philippine folk dance and the founder of the Philippine Folk Dance Society
Francisca Reyes Aquino
What are the five philippine classification of folk dances?
(1) Cordillera Dance, (2) Principal / Maria Clara Suit / Wester influence, (3) Rural Dance, (4) Muslim Dance, and (5) Ethnic / Tribal Dance
it is when the Philippine indigenous dance differs from interpretations based on their daily lives and nature
Dances of Cordillera / Cordillera Dance
This dance was affected during the 16th century by Spanish colonization of customs and European arts and culture which led most of the ethnic groups to lose most of the ancient traditions
Dances of Principala / Principal
What costume was used for the dances of Principala?
Barong and mestiza dresses
a dance for four couples, each of which forms one side of a square; it originated with the cotillon
Quadrille Dances
A social dance performed in a ballroom or on a stage in double time
Habanera
Known as the countryside living in the rural areas; commonly on the dances shows daily activities
Dances of Rural / Rural Dance
Dance from a part of the Mindanao; it is influenced by Malaysia and Indonesia
Dances of Muslim / Muslim Dance
It has colorful ornaments texture and the dance movement are imitation based on daily lives
Dances of Muslim / Muslim Dance
Tribal dancers primarily express their spiritual beliefs through the majority of their performances
Ethnic Dances
The couple raises their arms and clicks castanets while performing vivacious bouncing steps rondalla instruments
Jota
