LESSON 2: TRADITIONAL DANCES OF THE PHILIPPINES Flashcards
_____________ has been an integral part of Filipino heritage for generations, serving as a medium for storytelling, celebration, and cultural preservation.
Folk dance
__________________ history is characterized by its diversity and regional variations. The dances have evolved from different regions of the Philippines, each with its distinct characteristics influenced by religion, culture, and historical experiences.
Filipino folk dance
Folk dances have been used by Filipinos throughout the centuries as a means of ____________. They reflect the unique customs, traditions, and stories of the various Filipino communities.
self-expression
The wide array of Filipino folk dances can be attributed to the _____________ and interactions with different cultures and traditions
Historical encounters
_____________ history is a reflection of the dynamic and diverse nature of the Philippines, showcasing the richness of its culture, traditions, and people through the art of dance.
Filipino folk dance
Scholars identified three eras or periods in Philippine history. What are these three?
Dance during the Pre-Colonial Period
Dance during the Spanish Colonial Period
Dance during the American Colonial Period
Scholars identified three eras or periods in Philippine history where the five major classifications of folk dances were created. What are these five?
Cordillera Dances
Muslim Dances
Tribal Dances
Rural Dances
Maria Clara Dances
The ______________ of the Luzon mountains have preserved their dances through generations. Their dances express deep reverence for nature and gratitude to the gods, often incorporating movements, mimicking birds and the Earth’s rumbling.
Igorot tribes
The mountainous regions of Northern Luzon have preserved dances that serve as expressions of community life and play essential roles in various rituals and ceremonies. These dances are often referred to as
Cordillera dances
A traditional performance originating from the Kalinga tribe
in the Mountain Province of the Philippines. This dance beautifully showcases the graceful movements of a tribe renowned for their fierceness as warriors
“Banga” dance
Examples of __________ are Bendayan, Lumagen/Tachok, Manmanok, Ragragsakan, Salisid, Talip, Tarektek, and Uyaoy/Uyauy
Cordillera dances
___________ feature fluid arm movements that mimic elements of their surroundings, such as the wind, the sea, and fish. These dances are accompanied by the haunting sounds of the kulintangan, a set of small gongs.
Moro Dances
Another prominent folk dance found in the southern Philippines are the ______________. In this region, Filipinos are passionate about dance, and the dances, particularly those of the Maguindanao, Maranao, and Tausug ethnic groups, hold significant ceremonial importance.
Muslim dances
the _______________ involved a solo female performer gracefully dancing in and out of crisscrossed bamboo poles, keeping time with the syncopation of the poles while manipulating two fans. The dance had no music other than the rhythmic beating of the poles and maintained a moderate and static rhythm
Singkil dance
Other examples of ______________ include Pangalay, Asik or Mag-Asik, the Kandingan, and the Kapamalongmalong.
Muslim dances
______________ are also an integral part of the rich cultural heritage of various indigenous groups in the Philippines. Tribes like the T’boli, Bilaan, Manobo, Bagobo, and others inhabit the vast regions of Mindanao and share a common practice of honoring pagan gods for the blessings and challenges of daily life.
Tribal dances
This dance crystallizes an ancient nine-day ritual of thanksgiving observed by the Tagbanuas of Palawan, particularly to celebrate a successful rice harvest. The dance centers around the babaylan or priestess and her role in the ritual. It is a captivating representation of their cultural heritage and spiritual practices.
Pagdiwata
Other examples of ___________ include Malakas at Maganda, Kadal Blelah, Kadal Tahaw, Binaylan, Bagobo Rice Cycle, and Dugso.
Tribal dances
During this period, Western culture, including dances like the waltz, fandango, and polka, spread throughout the islands.
Dance during the Spanish Colonial Period
___________ also known as Western Influenced dances, gained popularity around the turn of the century, particularly among urban Filipinos. They are named in honor of the legendary Maria Clara, symbolizing the virtues and nobility of Filipino women.
Maria Clara dances
One example of a Maria Clara dance is the ______. This dance originated on Panay Island in the Visayan Islands and was introduced by the Spaniards during their colonization of the Philippines. It bears similarities to some Spanish dances like the bolero and the Mexican dance Jarabe Tapatio (Mexican Hat Dance).
Cariñosa
Other examples of ________________ include Aray, Chotis, Habanera Botolena, Engañosa, Jota Intamureña, La Jota Manileña, and Jota Paragua among others.
Maria Clara Dances
In the realm of dance, _______________ made an impact in the Philippines through “bodabil” dancing. The term “bodabil” is derived from the French phrase “voix de ville,” which means street songs.
American influence
In the realm of dance, American influence made an impact in the Philippines through “_________” dancing. The term is derived from the French phrase “voix de ville,” which means street songs.
bodabil
In the realm of dance, American influence made an impact in the Philippines through “bodabil” dancing. The term is derived from the French phrase “voix de ville,” which means ____________________.
street songs
The Americans influenced the creation of _______________. These dances hold a special place in the hearts of Filipinos and are closely associated with the beauty of the rural Christian lowlands.
Rural Dances
In this dance, performers balance glasses on their heads and in their hands as they move. These glasses are filled with rice wine, adding an element of challenge and excitement to the dance, as any misstep can result in a messy mishap.
Binasuan
Other examples of __________ include Bakya-Salakot, Labahan at Palo-Palo, Sayaw sa Bangko, Kalapati, Bulaklakan, and Kalatong among others.
Rural dances
