MINDANAO
                                      “Pride and Honor – Mindanao Region”

Mindanao is the southernmost region of The Philippines. It is the second largest

island group and its cultural groupings consist of mostly Muslim or “Moro”
people, and other ethnic groups such as the Maranao, Tausug, Banguingui, and
indigenous tribes known as Lumad.

THE DANCES OF MINDANAO

 

ASIK

This dance is performed by a solo maiden, adorned with fine beads make-up,
and a long head scarf. The maiden would dance to win the favor of her Sultan
master. She would give her whole heart and soul into this performance to soften
the heart of her master and accept her.
KINI KINI

Kini means the Royal Walk. Maranao women perform this dance with scarves.
The beauty of the scarves and the talent and grace in which it is displayed shows
their elite social upbringing.

PANGALAY
The pangalay is native to the badjao, who are also known as “Sea Gypsies”. It
is a dance that emphasizes the agility of the upper body. The pangalay is
commonly performed at weddings and other social gatherings. One will also see
some parts of the Singkil in this dance. This dance is sometimes called the
Muslim Dance of Four Bamboos.
SINGKIL

The Singkil Dance takes its name from the bells worn on the ankles of the
Muslim Princess. The singkil recounts the epic legend of the “Darangan” of the
Maranao people of Mindanao. This epic, written sometime in the 14th century,
tells the fateful story of Princess Gandingan who was caught in the middle of a
forest during an earthquake caused by the diwatas or fairies or nymphs of the
forest.

The faces of the dancers are formal and they maintain a dignified pose. Dancing
begins at a slow pace which soon progresses to a faster tempo in which dancers
skillfully manipulate fans that represent the winds that prove to be auspiciou
CLASSIFICATION OF
FOLK DANCE ACCORDING
TO NATURE
OCCUPATIONAL DANCES are those that depict the actions of a particular
occupation

BINATBATAN DANCE
The Binatbatan dance is an occupational dance from Paoay, Ilocos Norte. It
depicts the beating of cotton pods to separate the seeds drom the fibers. Weavers
in Paoay often engage themselves in abel-making contests. Dancers maneuver
in and out of parallel batbat sticks, each about 18 inches long. Th rhythm and
speed of the beating of the sticks make for a lively and colorful display.
MAG-ASIK

This is a Tiruray dance for Girls, performed in Nuro, Cotabato. According to the
natives the word “mag-asik” means “to sow seeds”. The dancers go around the
cloth with small, heavy steps but with graceful hand and arm movements. The
dance consists of two parts, which the natives call “komaligue” and “mag-
asik”.
 

RELIGIOUS/CEREMONIAL DANCES are those associated with religion,

vows and ceremonies.

DUGSO

Dugso is a dance which originated from Bukidnon in Northeast Mindanao.

Dancers perform this as an entertainment for the dieties, to make them feel more
comfortable during the fiesta that wwas organized for them. It was originally
thought that this dance was performed only during harvest time or upon the
birth of a male heir. Women would wear colorful feathered head dresses, plaid
costumes, and anklets.

 
COMIC DANCES are those that depict funny movements for entertainment

KINOTON

Is a comic dance from Ilocos Sur. It depicts the movement of a person bitten by
ants.

MAKONGGO
(there’s no picture for makonggo)

A comic dance which originated in Sta. Maria, Bulacan. A solo performer

imitates the movements characteristic of a monkey, its gestures and grimaces.

GAME DANCES are those that are done with play elements. 

LUBI - LUBI
Lubi-Lubi is a bicolano dance which is a combination of a simple folk and
social steps. Literally, lubi means coconut. According to the BIkolanos this
dance originated in Leyte and Samar where it is still danced like the Balitaw. It
is also popular in Albay and Sorsogon.

WEDDING DANCES are those dances that are performed during wedding

feasts. 
PAGKAWIN

The wedding ceremony is called Pagkawin. The festivity opens with the
Pahanda or presentation of dowry. Relatives of the groom present to the
relatives of the bride traditional dowries that usually include that Salap-pa, A
bras box containing money, jewelry, other valuables, and all important betel nut.

COURTSHIP DANCES depict the art of courtship.

SUA-SUA

This is a dance from Jolo, Sulu. Literally, “Sua-sua” means “small orange

plant”. According to the Moros of the older generation, the movements in this
dance have been modified and modernized. Dancers sing as they perform the
dance. The natives often repeat the dance as many times as they like or until
they are made to stop.

FESTIVAL DANCES are those which are suitable for special occasions.

PANDANGGO

Pandangggo sa Ilaw or “Fandango” is a very popular folk dance in the

Philippines. It is said to have originated from Mindoro, This dance of lights
simulates fireflies at dusk and at night. The phrase “sa ilaw” is Tagalog for “in
light” and it refers to the three oil lamps that are dances has to balance. The oil
lamp is called tinghoy.

WAR DANCES

SAGAYAN
A philippine war dance performed by both the Maguindanao and Maranao
depicting in dramatic fashion the steps their hero, Prince Bantugan, took upon
wearing his armaments, the war he fought in, and his subsequent victory
afterwards. 

 
REFERENCE:

Castillo, E. P., Castro, K. L. B., Calixterio, D. I. A., Anselmo, R. M., (Series

Coordinator). (2017) SMART Healthy Youth in Physical Education Let’s
Dance! GOLDEN CRONICA PUBLISHING, INC.

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