Mindanao- Mindanao is the second largest and southernmost island in the Philippines.

It is also the name

of one of the three island groups in the country (the other two being Luzon and the Visayas), consisting of
the island of Mindanao and smaller surrounding islands.

Agong-The agung is a set of two wide-rimmed, vertically suspended gongs used by the Maguindanao,
Maranao, Sama-Bajau and Tausug people of the Philippines as a supportive instrument in kulintang
ensembles.

Short melodic phrasec - A melodic phrase is a group of notes that make sense together and express a
definite melodic “idea”, but it takes more than one phrase to make a complete melody.

Kulintang is a modern term for an ancient instrumental form of music composed on a row of small,
horizontally laid gongs that function melodically, accompanied by larger, suspended gongs and drums. ...
It is played by striking the bosses of the gongs with two wooden beaters.

Tagongko is parade or entourage music played by male musicians dressed in their festive fineries. ...
The kapanirong is a serenade (from the root word sirong which means "to go beside a house") by a group
of young bachelors who would come to a maiden's house and play their music by the window.

The city serves as the main trade, commerce, and industry hub of Mindanao, and the regional center
of Davao Region. Davao is home to Mount Apo, the highest mountain in the Philippines. The city is also
nicknamed the "Durian Capital of the Philippines"

Kulintang ensemble – a gong-based ensemble used by the Maguindanao and Maranao of Western
Mindanao, the Tausug, the Yakan, and the Sama-Bajao of the Sulu archipelago. They have varied
functions but are mostly used for celebrations / rituals and are mainly divided into three parts:

Gabbang, also known as bamboo xylophone, is a musical instrument made of bamboo widely used in the
southern Philippines. Among the Tausug and Sama, it is commonly played to accompany songs and
dances as a solo instrument or accompanied by biola.

Maranao, largest of the Muslim cultural-linguistic groups of the Philippines. Numbering more than
840,000 in the late 20th century, they live around Lake Lanao on the southern island of Mindanao. ... The
customs of marriage and the family are Islāmic.

The Tboli people are one of the indigenous peoples of South Cotabato in Southern Mindanao. The body
of ethnographic and linguistic literature on Mindanao, they are variously known as Tboli, T'boli, Tböli,
Tagabili, Tagabilil, Tagabulul and Tau Bilil. They term themselves Tboli. Their whereabouts and identity
are somewhat imprecise in the literature; some publications present the Tboli and the Tagabili as distinct
peoples; some locate the Tbolis to the vicinity of the Lake Buluan in the Cotabato Basin or in Agusan del
Norte. The Tbolis, then, reside on the mountain slopes on either side of the upper Alah Valley and the
coastal area of Maitum, Maasim and Kiamba. In former times, the Tbolis also inhabited the upper Alah
Valley floor. After World War II, i.e., since the arrival of settlers originating from other parts of the
Philippines, they have been gradually pushed onto the mountain slopes. As of now, they are almost
expelled from the fertile valley floor.

Okir or okil is the term for geometric and flowing plant-based designs and folk motifs that can be usually
found among the Moro and Lumad peoples of the Southern Philippines, as well as parts of Sabah. ... The
design elements vary among these ethnic groups, with the greatest refinement being found among the
Maranao.

Lang Dulay - is a T'boli artist from Lake Sebu, South Cotabato. She is considered as a traditional weaver
of "t'nalak" or "tinalak" cloth in her community. She was a GAMABA (Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan)1998
awardee.

PANOLONG is a wing-like ornament of torogan flaring out from the beams . This Okir carving usually
feautures naga or serpent,pakorabong or stylized fern,as well as floral and star and bud motifs,

The vinta is a traditional outrigger boat from the Philippine island of Mindanao. The boats are made
by Sama-Bajau, Tausug and Yakan peoples living in the Sulu Archipelago, Zamboanga peninsula,
and southern Mindanao. ... The name "vinta" is predominantly used in Zamboanga, Basilan, and
other parts of mainland Mindanao.
Description. The Sarimanok is the legendary bird that has become an ubiquitous symbol of
Maranao art. It is depicted as a fowl with colorful wings and feathered tail, holding a fish on its beak
or talons. The head is profusely decorated with scroll, leaf, and spiral motifs. It is said to be a symbol
of good fortune.

The malong is a large, wrap-around tubular garment, measuring at least 165 x 165 cm. They are
used by the Maranao and Maguindanao from southern Philippines. ... Also known as “patola”, these
circular patterns from India were adapted by Maranao weavers.

Folk dance - is a form of dance developed by a group of people that reflects the traditional life of the
people of a certain country or region. - is a recreational or ceremonial dance performed usually by
members of the community to which the dance is traditional.

Heat exhaustion is a condition whose symptoms may include heavy sweating and a rapid
pulse, a result of your body overheating. ... Causes of heat exhaustion include exposure to
high temperatures, particularly when combined with high humidity, and strenuous physical
activity

Creative Dance Development. ... Creative dance is not restricted as our folk dance. The art form
allows for great interpretation of ideas, form and movement. It can recreate an aspect of history, it
can dramatize a particular social issue, and it can celebrate the richness and vitality of our culture.

Tinikling is a traditional Philippine folk dance which originated during the Spanish colonial era.
The dance involves two people beating, tapping, and sliding bamboo poles on the ground and
against each other in coordination with one or more dancers who step over and in between the
poles in a dance.

Pagdiwata is a dance originating from the Tagbanua tribe of Palawan which depicts rituals after a
rice harvest.

Social dance is a category of dances that have a social function and context. Social dances are intended for
participation rather than performance and can be led and followed with relative ease.

Philippine Folk Dances. ... Most dances in the country were inspired by everyday activities, such
as working in the fields and harvesting rice, as well as celebrations such as feasts, weddings, and
births. Philippine folk dances consist of five major suites, namely Cordillera, Maria Clara, Muslim,
Lumad, and Rural

Stress is the body's reaction to any change that requires an adjustment or response. The body
reacts to these changes with physical, mental, and emotional responses. Stress is a normal part of
life. You can experience stress from your environment, your body, and your thoughts

Grief is a multifaceted response to loss, particularly to the loss of someone or something that has died, to which a
bond or affection was formed. Although conventionally focused on the emotional response to loss, it also has
physical, cognitive, behavioral, social, cultural, spiritual and philosophical dimensions.

The noun distress refers to a state of severe anxiety or strain, often brought about by failing to study
for an exam, harassing grizzly bears, or borrowing your sister's clothes without asking. When used
as a verb, to distress means to cause all that pain, suffering and anxiety — in other words, to stress
somebody out.

Eustress means beneficial stress—either psychological, physical, or biochemical/radiological. The term was coined
by endocrinologist Hans Selye, consisting of the Greek prefix eu- meaning "good", and stress, literally meaning "good
stress

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that's triggered by a terrifying
event — either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares and
severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event.
Bipolar disorder (formerly called manic-depressive illness or manic depression) is a
mental disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, concentration, and the
ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.

Luzon, largest and most important island of the Philippines. It is the site of Manila, the nation's
capital and major metropolis, and of Quezon City. Located on the northern part of the Philippine
archipelago, it is bounded by the Philippine Sea (east), Sibuyan Sea (south), and the South China
Sea (west).

The Kudlong is a Philippine Instrument from the Manobo tribe in the Philippines. It is a two stringed
lute style instrument. The top string serves as a drone while you play the bottom string on the frets.
There are 7 frets in which plays a major scale.

A lullaby, or cradle song, is a soothing song or piece of music that is usually played for (or sung to)
children. The purposes of lullabies vary. In some societies they are used to pass down cultural
knowledge or tradition. ... As a result, the music is often simple and repetitive.

A chant (from French chanter, from Latin cantare, "to sing") is the iterative speaking or singing of
words or sounds, often primarily on one or two main pitches called reciting tones. ... Chant may be
considered speech, music, or a heightened or stylized form of speech.