Republic of the Philippines

COMMISSION ON HIGHER EDUCATION

Region V
POLANGUI COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Polangui, Albay

Course Code: GE 06
Course Title: Art Appreciation
Course Type: GEC
Course Credits: 3 units
Duration: First Semester, 2021-2022
Instructor: Ma. Amelia B. Masindo
Contact Information: ameliamasindo@gmail.com 

ART APPRECIATION
Likha-Sining for the 21st. Century Filipino Students
(OUTCOME-BASED MODULAR APPROACH)

Module 10-12
The Seven Arts: A Journey to the Creative Imagination

I. Learning Outcomes

At the end of this module, the students are expected to:

1. Discuss comprehensively the nature, scope and features of seven (7) arts
2. Discuss painting, architecture, sculpture, dance, music, theater (drama) and literature as forms of arts
3. Discuss, describe and explain cinema and other contemporary art forms
4. Apply all the themes and concepts learned through the different art workshops
5. Perform the different art forms through recorded video

II. Introduction

This module presents the dance, music, drama as a performance arts and film as an art. Lesson 1: Elements of
Architecture refers to the art of designing a buildings or structures; the art and design of building. It also tackles the
different basic requirements in architectural design as well as the style of paintings. Lesson 2: Creative Movement:
Performance Arts which focus on the elements of dance, music, drama and film as an art. Lesson 3: TANGLAW: Film
as an Art focus on the different films produced by the different artists.

III. Eliciting Concepts

Give the meaning of the following words:

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 .a. architecture e. film
b. dance
c. music
d. drama

IV. Learning Content

The Seven Arts: Homage to the Humanities

1. Historic architecture- has gone through a long cycle of development; what one sees today is the product of the
combination of past principles and styles; the history of architecture is important for us to understand what made the
architecture of the present day possible.

2. Contemporary architecture- is the present art and science designing and constructing building.

Elements of Architecture:
1. Lines
2. Colors
3. Light and Shadow
4. Value
5. Volume
6. Space
7. Form

Basic Requirements in Architectural Design:

1. “Form of Follows Function” is a cardinal rule in designing because architecture is more concerned with utilization of
space.
2. The design must make sense means that the design should help create features or provisions to achieve its purpose.
3. It must be interesting means that the building or structure should be beautiful, both in and out; the design should
attract attention and interest to public.

On Architectural Styles/ Designs

1. The Iconic Styles

 Architectural Styles- or designs emerged from evolution of techniques and styles particular to a culture in a given
period. This refers to the styles that have slowly evolved through the ages.

The Three Greek Columns:

a. Doric Columns
b. Ionic Columns
c. Corinthian Column

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2. Other Styles/ Designs of Architecture
a. Greek architecture d. Gothic architecture
b. Roman architecture e. Renaissance architecture
c. Byzantine architecture f. Baroque architecture

Painting: - it is a form of unusual arts created through the use of lines and colors or colored pigments.

Styles of Painting

 Abstraction  Dadaism
 Distortion  Realism
 Cubism  Hyper-Realism
 Expressionism  Impressionism
 Fauvism

Creative Movement: Dance as a Performance Art

Dance- is the art of movement; it has an expression of feeling and movements of the body in tempo with accompanying
music.
1. Purpose of Dance- People of different cultures dance 4. Dimension of Dance
differently and for varying purposes. a. Dimension of space
2. Dance can be a form of: art, ritual, recreation b. Dimension of time
3. Primary Elements of Dance c. Dimension of dynamics
A. The use of space 5. The kinds of Dance based on Purpose
b. The use of time a. Communal Dance
c. The use of body’s weight b. Ritual Dance
d. The use of energy flow c. Folk Dance
d. Social Dance

Basic Elements of Music

1. Theme 6. Costume and Properties
2. Design and Choreography 7. Choreography
3. Movemen 8. Scenery
4. Technique
5. Music

Music: Music is originated from the Greek word “Mousike” which means the art of the muse. It is the artful arrangement off
sounds.

Functions of Music: 2. Relaxes the senses

1. Give pleasure 3. Encourage moral qualities

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4. Express feelings / emotions 1. Rhythm
5. A means of communication 2. Singing
6. Therapeutic/ purgative 3. Creation
4. Playing manual instruments
Areas of Music 5. Listening

Elements of Music:
1. Melody 4. Harmony 7. Style
2. Tempo 5. Texture
3. Dynamics 6. Color

The World is a Stage: Drama as Art Form

Drama- it comes from the Greek word “dran” meaning to do, to act or to perform.

Essential Aspects of the Drama Types of Drama

1. The scene aspects of 1. Tragedy
2. Mimetic Aspect 2. Comedy
3. Story Aspect 3. Tragicomedy
4. Organizational Aspect
Elements of Drama
Kinds of Theater 1. Plot
1. Arena 2. Characters
2. Medieval 3. Setting
3. Elizabeth 4. Dialogue
4. Proscenium 5. Movement
5. Theater of Cruelty 6. Music
7. Theme
TANGLAW: Film as an Art

Film: It is a series of images that are projected into a series to create the illusion of motion.

 Film Literacy is the act of arguing knowledge and values through the use of movies. A film that supports education
through film viewing promotes literacy be it a feature film, documentary, animation, short film, video, television
program and interactive media.
 Film, being the most popular term, is used here to refer to motion pictures and the moving picture media in any of
the forms previously stated.
 Literacy as used in this text-manual is defined as the ability to “read” audio- visual symbols (although not all may be
able to adopt cognitive ways for a more functional and critical regard of media in their content, forms and functions.
 Film performs functions that may be symbolic media also do, (mainly communicate); film’s symbolic signs (words,
sounds, musicz0 are produced to mean something.

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 Classification of Film According to Format:

 8mm Film  Squid Squad

 Super mm Film  3-d Movies
 35 mm Film  Normal Motion for Film
 70 mm film

V. Learning Experiential Activities

Lesson/s Synchronous Asynchronous

Lesson 1: Elements of
Architecture
Google Meeting: Activity 1: Designing Architecture: Art
and Style
- Discuss comprehensively the Direction(s):
Description - Visit three (3) well known
Figure 1 architecture online (i.e., Manila
Figure 2 Description Cathedral, Cultural Center of the
Figure 3 Description Philippines and Post Office) or in
your locality. Write a one page
Elements of Architecture description of the building of your
choice based on the lessons you
Google Jamboard: have learned in the class.

- What are the basic requirements Activity 2: On the Iconic Architectural

of architectural designs? Style: Focus on De La Salle University –
- What are the styles of painting? Manila
Direction(s): Search online De La Salle
Powerpoint presentation (Google slides) University in Manila (or even in Google
pictures/images). Print the picture of the
Direction(s): Visit online the BGC or building’s facade. Write a beautiful
Bonifacio Global City in Taguig City. description of the facade Greek
Check on the beautiful sculptures Architectural design.
installed in this mega modern city; make
a slide presentation of the pictures and
describe each sculpture; choose three
(3) installations.

Lesson 2: Creative Google Meeting: Activity 1: Direction(s): Step-up!

Movement: Performance Arts Individual work performance –suppose
- Discuss the elements of Dance, you will audition to a contest at National

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 Music, Theater (drama)
- Dance, Music,
Theater (drama) Google Jamboard:
- Give examples of Dance, Music,
Theater (drama) you have
known.
Powerpoint presentation (Google slides)
- Make a slide presentation of the
life story of the OPM singer of your
choice. Choose only one (1).
Choices: Gary Valenciano, Martin
Nievera, Lani Misalucha, Zsa Zsa
Padilla, Klarisse, Eric Santos, Regine
Velasquez, Jed Madela, Sarah
Geronimo, Jonalyn Viray, Jake Zyrus,
Moressette Amon, Iῇigo Pascual,
Angeline Quinto, Jaya, Darren Espanto
Google Draw:
- Search on the different theatre
design through the ages. Draw
the theatre design with other
label and citation.
Lesson 3: TANGLAW: Film Google Meet:
as an Art
- Discuss the contribution(s) of the
following “film” personalities in
the world of motion picture:
d. WKL Dickson
e. Lumiere Brothers of
France
f. George Melies
g. Thomas Alba Edison
h. George Eastman
- Choose the best film you have
seen in the last two (2) or three
(3) years and discuss the
reason(s) why you have chosen
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TV Dance Competition. Record a Dance
Performance Video.
Dance Type:______________
Dance Music:_______________
Dance Performer:_____________
Activity 2:
Direction(s): Dance research: Check out
your library and the internet. Research
on the evolution of Philippine Dance
using the historical approach. Make an
essay using the title below:
Title: On Philippine Dance: Development
and History
Activity 3:
Direction(s): Choose your favorite OPM
(Original Pilipino Music); interpret this
song through a simple dance movement.
NOTE: Submit a dance performance
video.
Activity 1:
Direction(s): Answer the question by
logically presenting your arguments.
- Do you think that film should be
required among students in the
tertiary level regardless of their
degree of specialization (i.e.,
BSN, Architecture, Engineering,
Business, etc.). Explain your
stand in this issue.
Activity 2:
Direction(s):
- Watch any rated A film by the
 this film. Cinema Evaluation Board (i.e.,
EXTRA by Chino Roῇo, starring
Ms. Vilma Santos), discuss its
theme (general idea of the
story); and explain its
Powerpoint presentation (Google slides) significance in your life as an
Direction(s): individual.

- Given a chance to compete in Activity 3:

the 2018 Cinemalaya Film
Festival’s new-breed category, - Choose five (5) of the best
what type of film are you going to actors/actresses in Philippine
make? What major film tradition cinema and state your reasons
will you apply in your for choosing him/her
production? Present your
reasons through powerpoint
presentation.

VI. Assessment

Activity 1: On Baroque Architecture: The Iconic Manila Cathedral Church in Intramuros

Direction(s): Baroque Architecture is characterized by (1) presence of elaborate sculptural ornamentation (2) columns and
entabhiteres are decorated with shells, waves, garlands of flowers and fruits, (3) presence of alcolves/pedestals nuild on
walls to receive statues. Search online the iconic Manila Cathedral Church in Intramuros, Manila (even in Google
pictures/images); take a picture and write a descriptive essay.
Rubrics for Essay

Criteria 5 4 3 2 1
Introduction: The introduction is inviting, states a clear thesis
statement, and previews the structure of the paper. There is
one clear, well-focused thesis statement
Supporting details: Relevant, telling, quality details give the
reader important information that goes beyond the obvious or
predictable
Organization: ideas flow together smoothly and form coherent
arguments
Grammar and Spelling: no errors in grammar or spelling that
distract the reader from the content

Activity 2: Direction(s): Music Composition:

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 1. Choose one song of Ed Sheeran, KZ Tandingan, Beyonce, Sarah Feronimo, Celine Dion, John Legend,
Garry Valenciano, Ogie Alcasid or the legendary Whitney Houston
2. Translate his song in Filipino
3. Choose one stanza and perform this art form

Activity 3: Write a biographical essay on the life and career of the one and only Ms. Lea Salonga. Highlight your research on
her achievements as an international singing star. Be guided on the rubrics provided in Activity 1.
Title:____________________________________
Activity 4: Choose an excerpt (preferably one scene) from any one-act play from The Palanca; rehearse the scene and
perform a scene using a video performance clipping.
NOTE: Submit a drama performance video
Rubric for Drama Performance

Criteria 4 3 2 1 Total
Voice was loud Student spoke Voice and Could not
Voice and clear; words clearly but it was language was not understand what
were easily difficult to very clear; could was being said
understood understand some have been much due to unclear
of the script; could louder. and low speech.
have been louder.
Audience felt like Was aware and Needed more. No audience
Audience part of the show well- connected to Audience awareness or
the audience. awareness and connection at all.
connection.
Good use of stage Almost used Could have used Needed more
Blocking and movement – entire stage more of the stage; blocking – always
did not turn back turned away from must concentrate face audience and
to audience. away from on facing forward. use the stage.
audience only
once or twice.
Script/ purpose Enticing vivid Script/ dialogue Some detail used Script/ dialogue
(when applicable) detail used in was well – written; in script/ dialogue; contained no
script / dialogue; considerable needed more of a purpose very little
evident reasons detail with good purpose. detail.
for the purpose
performance
Memorization/ Script was fully Script was almost Script was Script was not at
Improvisation memorized; fully memorized partially all memorized; no
(When applicable) student some improve memorized; improvisation
improvised in used to make up student did not used.
place of lines. for missed lines. attempt
improvisation.
Facial Expression Great use of Contained some Needed more Contained little to

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Body gestures, facial facial expression, facial expressions, no facial
Language expression and gestures and gestures and expression,
body movement body movement. movement. gesture or
movement.
Committed, Semi- committed, Almost committed, No commitment,
Overall cooperated and concentrated and cooperative and cooperation or
concentrated cooperative concentrated concentration.

Activity 5: Direction(s): The Art of Mask Making: Intricate Tapestry of One’s Culture

1. Create an elaborate face mask using paper mache or you may buy a ready-made plain mask.
2. Design the mask as elaborate and beautiful as you want it to be. Use sequence, feathers (synthetic),
beads, etc.

NOTE: Submit one (1) piece only

Activity 6: Direction(s): Choose one film (Filipino or Foreign) and write a sample descriptive analysis based on the
following properties.

I. Title of Film : ___________________________________________________

Producer/Production : ___________________________________________________
Director : ___________________________________________________

II. Descriptive Analysis:

1. Color 4. Timbre
2. Sharpness 5. Value
3. Intensity

Activity 7: Direction(s): Produce a movie poster with your favorite actor and actress as lead performers or protagonist.

VI. References

 ANG-J.M. (2019) Art Appreciation for the 21 st Century Filipino University Student (A Modular Approach). Intramuros
Manila: Mindshapers Co., Inc.
 Caslib, Bernardo Nicolas et al., (2019). Art Appreciation. Quezon City: C & E Publishing
 Benton, J. R. and Diyanni, R. (2002). Arts and Culture: An Introduction to Humanities. New Jersey: Practice Hall.
 Dudley, LFaricy, A., and McGraw- Hill Book Company. (1960) The Humanities. New York: McGraw Hill.

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