FITT 3 Flashcards
Expression of an intensified sense
of life, arising from an inner perception that stimulates both mind and body.
Dance
It is man’s natural and primitive means of expression.
Dance
The rhythmical movement of the body usually with music.
Dance
Bakit tayo nagsasayaw?
• To express an idea or emotion
• To narrate a story
• To enjoy and take pleasure in the movement itself
It is a both an art and a form of recreation
Dance
Dance as an/a _____
it may tell a story, set a mood, or
express an emotion.
Art
Dance as an/a _____
it provides fun, relaxation, companionship.
Form of recreation
Defined as a change of position in space.
Movement
It is governed with mechanical principles that limit the ability of individuals to move effectively and
efficiently.
Movement
A measured motion or flow, characterized basically by recurrence of elements or features as beats, sounds or accents.
Rhythm
Involves a successive group of bodily movements and steps rhythmically performs and timed to music.
Dance
PURPOSE OF DANCING
• Passed the course subject
• To have fun
• For passion/ release of tension
• Worship
• To treat/help
The oldest proof of existence of dancing.
9000-year-old cave paintings that were found in India.
Most serious concerns of primitive civilizations.
Art and religion
DANCE ELEMENTS
- Theme
- Design
- Movement
- Technique
- Music
- Costumes and Properties
- Choreography
- Scenery
The content or the main ingredients of a dance. Message of the dance.
Theme
Pattern of movement in time and space.
Design
steps, gestures, facial expressions.
Movement
Skills in executing movement.
Technique
Auditory background to which a dancer moves.
Music
Worn by the dancer that help reflect the message, customs, beliefs and setting of the dance.
Costumes and Properties
Forms and arrangement of a dance.
Choreography
The setting background establishing the place of action of any dance.
Scenery
Phenomena such as fear, anxiety and others affect the movement either positive or negative. All those may
somehow affect the performance of an individual.
Psychological Factor