Modern Dance 1) Altitude

- a broad genre of western concert or theatrical 2) Force

dance 3) Motion
-primarily arising out of Germany and the United 4) Sequence
States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries 5) Direction
-often considered to have emerged as a rejection of, 6) Form
or rebellion against, classical ballet. 7) Velocity
8) Reaction
CREATORS OF A NEW IDEA 9) Extension
- Movement education in the 1800’s to early Liselott Diem
1900’s -She and her husband founded an internationally
- The early pioneers of movement education were known college in Germany, Deutsche
influenced by the idea of the body being an Sporthochschule Koln, to train teachers in sport
expression of movement. and physical education.
-The college taught a “natural approach to teaching
3 of the Most Historically Influential children to move effectively in all kinds of
Individuals situations”
○ Francois Delsarte -The teacher’s role was to provide an environment
○ Liselott Diem that would encourage children to explore
○ Rudolf von Laban movement freely in their own way.
Teachers Equipment
Francois Delsarte (France, 1811-1871) 1. Balls
-French man 2. Ropes
-Developed what he termed applied aesthetics and 3. Wands
focused his work in the arts. 4. Boxes
-Contributed critical ideas of connections among 5. Benches
the mind, body, and spirit. -Allow children to develop a wide variety of
-Also saw movement as a union of time, space and movement responses individually, with partners, or
motion within small groups.
-Believed the expressive movement should relate to -Teachers were encouraged to challenge children
the emotion that inspired that movement. by asking questions such as Who can do this? and
-Introduced the idea of parallelism in movements – How can this be done differently?
the simultaneous motion of two body parts in the
same direction and in succession

9 Laws of Motion Rudolf von Laban

-Considered by most as the true pioneer of - A common Horton move seen in many
movement education. modern classes: the arms straight
-Critical contribution: Theory of Movement- above the heads and a flat back
focusing specially on the concept of effort. INTRODUCTION TO TRADITIONAL
-He believed that the body was an instrument of DANCES
expression. Dancing is Good for Mind and Body
-Made a distinction between: 1. Improved fitness levels
Dancing has a wide range of physical
○ Expressive movement
benefits. These include improved muscular
○ Functional movement strength, coordination, flexibility, increased
Expressive movement aerobic fitness and spatial awareness, to name
a few. Many types of dancing are full body
-Communicates ideas in dance or other forms of
workouts, where you utilize majority of your
artistic expression. muscle groups, unlike when you’re working
Functional Movement out at the gym. This is a great way to effectively
manage weight and improve cardiovascular
Movements that serve as a purpose in everyday life, health. Regular dancing as part of your exercise
such as sports and games. regime will also result in a boost in energy
levels, allowing you to perform better at work.
Identified 4 factors of movement
1. Weight 2. Improved mood and mental health
2. Space  The psychological benefits of dancing are
numerous. This includes improved mood,
3. Time
greater self-confidence and self-esteem, as
4. Flow well as improved social skills.
Martha Graham  The complex mental and physical
coordination helps to boost memory and
-Is considered the “Mother of Modern dance,” brain function, which may guard your
-Wanted dancers to focus on “feeling.” Feeling the mind against developing dementia as you
age
floor beneath them, contracting and releasing the
 The act of dancing itself also induces the
core of the body (the center of the body, as contrast production of natural antidepressants such
to ballet’s emphasis on the limbs,) coordinating as endorphins in your body that aids in
stress relief, which helps keep
breathing and movement.
psychological illnesses such as depression
Lester Horton and anxiety at bay.
- developed his own approach that
 Dancing can also be particularly helpful in
incorporated Native American dances improving social skills as it is usually
and modern jazz. performed in a group setting or with a
partner.
- His technique is the most
 Seeing others overcome their shyness or
demanding: focusing on the whole- insecurities can aid in you overcoming
body: Flexibility, strength, your own issues.
 Dancing in a group or with a partner where
coordination.
physical contact is made enhances the
experience of fellowship and helps people
forge deeper ties with one another.
 celebrate their foreigners
 Dancing is a great way to kick start or add stepped daily lives
to your exercise regime, but remember to  Bontoc, Ifugao, Benguet,
perform adequate warm up and cool Apayao, & Kalinga tribes
down exercises to prevent injury, muscle  A people whose way of life
strain or soreness. If you haven’t exercised existed long before any
in a long time or have previous injuries, it  A good foot on the harvest,
may be wise to get your doctor’s advice on health, peace, Philippine war,
your physical limitations before and other
commencing on any exercise regime.  Gongs, ganza symbols of living
2. Spanish Influenced Dances
Traditional dancing  Dances reflects socialities to the
 can be another term for folk dance, or Christianitym and stringed
sometimes even for ceremonial dance. music of European art and the
 The term “traditional”- more frequently rondalla culture
used when the emphasis is on the cultural  Philippine aristocrats created
roots of the dance however, dances that Filipino adaptations of
have a ritual origin or purpose are not European dances
usually considered to be traditional dances.
 Jotas, fandangos, mazurakas,
waltes
FOLK DANCE
 Dances by the young
 a dance that originates as ritual among and
3. Muslim Dances
is characteristics of the common people of
 Influenced by Malay, Javanese
a country and that is transmitted from
& Middle Eastern Traders
generation to generation.
(Islam)
 the oldest form of dance and the earliest
form of communication.  Mysticism, royalty, and beauty
 Traditional dance of a given country which  Uses intricate hand & arm
evolved naturally and spontaneously with movement
everyday activities  The fingers express feelings &
emotions
Characteristics of Philippine Folk Dances in  Uses shimmering costumes
general 4. Tribal Dances
 The dancers are apart in order to move  Animal sounds found in
freely their hands and feet. different parts of human
 To execute the dance moves properly. singing, the Philippines (T’boli,
 Most dances are done by pairs it is Bilaan, Manobo, Bangobo,
because the theme mainly express indigenous materials etc.)
courtship dance.  Intricate craftsmanship in
metal, clothing, and jewelry
 Reflects rituals & animals,
belief in “spirits” & shamans
 Also known as Ethnic nature –
“anito” dances; Ethnic
Minorities
5 Major Classifications of Philippine Folk 5. Rural Dances
Dances  Reflects the simple life of the
1. Cordillera Dances people in the barrio
 Dances reflects rituals  Depicts common work, daily
Spaniards or other which activities of the peasants
  Shows gaiety & laughterm
festivities
 Performed in fiestas to honor
patron saints
 Give homage to the barrios
namesake for a good harvest,
health & perseverance
 Indigenous materials, clapping,
rondalla, percussion
instrukments
ETHNIC DANCE
• define as expressive movement,
incidental movement as from
excitement or emotion, movement to
rhythm, movement to music,
movement for its own sake, movement
outside the normal movements of life.
Characteristics of Ethnic Dances in general:
• Ethnic dances tell a story.
• Many are agricultural in origin, and
many convey male-female
relationships.
• There are usually costumes, often
flowing colorful skirts. Also, traditional
instruments are used.
Examples Of Ethnic Dances
1. Ritual Dance
• Dugso (bukidnon) – shows the
Higaonon performing the ritual of
hinaklaran wherein the men and
women hold hands while moving
around in measured steps named
after a peculiar body movement.
The women are also dressed in
colorful dresses and oanikas or
feathered combs full of colorful
yarns, mirrors, beads, and gold
spangles.
• Pagdiwata (Palawan) – pagdiwata
is a dance originating from
Tagbanua tribe of Palawan which
depicts rituals after a rice harvest.
These rites are held as part of thanks
giving and part an appeal for
continued protection.
2. Life-Cycle Dance
• Salip (Apayao) – celebrate
important events in life such
wedding. A kalinga wedding dance
is an important celebration. The
bridegroom offers the bride the
protection and comfort of his
blanket. He simulates the
movements of a rooster at love play,
aspiring to attract and seize his love.
The bride’s friends are ready to help
prepare the bride by offering
“bangas” (earthen pots) filled with
fresh water from the mountain
spring,
• Binasuan (Pangasinan) – Filipino
folk dance that involves dancers
balancing glasses of wine on their
heads and the palms of their hands.
3. Occupational Dance
• Mananagat (Cebu) – occupational
dance which originated from Bogo,
Cebu. This dance imitates the work
of a fisherman and his companions.
Importance and value of folk dance and ethnic
dances:
Value
• Philippine folk dance helps keep the
people connected to their ancestry and
their traditions. Folk dance helps to
preserve the cultural unity of the people
Importance
• People think folk dances are important
because they help keep a culture alive.
People have been doing folk dances for
hundreds of years, and there is value
keeping that tradition alive.
• Folk dances are important because they
preserve the Philippine culture and pass
it on to the next generation. They are a
uniting force to the Philippine people.