Module 2: The

Different Kind of
Dances
Module Overview
Dance has been a part of human culture since the very earliest communities
and civilizations, with recorded evidence of dancing being found dating back to
30,000 years ago. Since then, different dances have changed, merged and evolved
into what we know today as the most well-known dance genres.

Motivation Question
What type of dance do you like the most? Why?

Module Pretest
Direction: Write the word TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if it is not.
Write your answer on the space provided before the number.
___________ 1. Folk dances are dances created by people to reflect people's lives in
a particular country or region.
___________ 2. Contemporary dance is performed by a group of people whom all
face the same direction and move straight.
___________ 3. A line dance is a set of repeated steps numerous times to a specific
piece of music.
___________ 4. Everyone in line follows different procedure.
___________ 5. Another advantage of line dancing is that you do not require a
partner and will not feel out of place if you dance alone.
___________ 6. Line dancing is about doing the same steps as everybody else. So
don't start doing a different dance, unless there is room for you to go
and do your own thing, and unless you know it is acceptable.
___________ 7. The interpretation of the CHACHACHA music should produce a
happy, carefree, cheeky, party-time-like atmosphere.
___________ 8. In contemporary dance, there is no set rule for what types of
components a performer can use in their performance.
___________ 9. Lyrical dance is a combination of ballet with jazz and contemporary
dance moves.
___________ 10. Lyrical dance moves are a creative combination of ballet and jazz,
meant to showcase the music's emotional spirit through the dancer's
body.
Lesson 3.1: Folk Dances: Kinds of
Folkdances, Common Folk Dance
Terms and Folk Dance Steps

Lesson Summary
Folk dancing is a broad term that encompasses a diverse range of dances.
Every culture has its unique folk dances, and many of them are reserved for special
occasions such as weddings.
Many people enjoy learning simple folk dance routines to participate in a
social or religious tradition or to get some exercise. Folk dancing is a delightful type
of movement that incorporates dancers of all ages and backgrounds, regardless of why
you want to learn.

Learning Outcomes
1. Define Folkdance
2. Enumerate the kinds of Folkdances
3. Perform the fundamental arms and feet positions
4. Demonstrate the common folkdance terms and common folkdance steps

Motivation Question

Have you ever experienced dancing a folk dance? Can you name the dance?
What are the folk dance steps being used?

Discussion

Background of Folk Dancing

Folk dancing is a broad term that encompasses a diverse range of dances.

Every culture has its unique folk dances, and many of them are reserved for special
occasions such as weddings. The word "folk dance" refers to dance with a particular
set of steps or figures that repeat in time to the music. In folk dancing, there are
usually partners, and anyone from one pair to numerous couples can dance
simultaneously.

Folk dances are dances created by people to reflect people's lives in a

particular country or region. Folk dances are not all ethnic dances. Ritual dances or
dances with a ritual origin, for example, are not called folk dances. Because of its
purpose, ritual dances are commonly referred to as "religious dances." When it is
necessary to emphasize the dance's cultural roots, the labels "ethnic" and "traditional"
are used. Almost all folk dances are ethnic dances in this sense. Even if some dances,
such as polka, traverse ethnic boundaries and even the line between "folk" and
"ballroom dance," ethnic differences are frequently significant enough to be included.

Folk dances share some or all of the following attributes:

 People with little or no professional experience perform dances at folk dance

gatherings or social celebrations, frequently to traditional music.
 Dances that are not intended for public performance or the stage, yet they may
be organized and set for stage performances in the future.
 Rather than innovation, execution is dominated by an inherited tradition from
diverse worldwide cultures (though folk traditions change over time).
 New dancers frequently learn informally by observing or accepting assistance
from others.

Some individuals define folk dancing as dancing with no governing

organization or having no competitive or professional institutions. The term "folk
dance" is occasionally used to refer to dances with a long history in European culture
and history, usually dating back before the twentieth century. The labels "ethnic
dance" or "traditional dance" are sometimes used to describe dances from other
cultures. However, the latter term can also refer to ceremonial dances.

Several modern dances spontaneously arise, such as hip-hop dance, but the
term "folk dance" is rarely used to describe them; instead, terms like "street dance" or
"vernacular dance" are used instead. The term "folk dance" refers to dances that are
heavily influenced by tradition and date back to a time when there was a separation
between "common folk" dances and modern ballroom dances derived from folk
dances.

Kinds of Folkdance

Here are some popular examples:

 Itik-Itik
 Tinikling
 Sayaw sa Bangko
 Binasuan
 Pandanggo sa Ilaw
 Maglalatik
 Kappa Malong-Malong
 Pantomina
 Carinosa

Fundamental Dance Positions

There are five fundamental or basic positions in dance that are commonly termed as 1 st position,
2 position, 3rd position, 4th position, and 5th position of the feet and arms.
nd
1st Position

Feet: Heels close together, toes apart with an angle of about 45 degrees.

Arms: Both arms raised in a circle in front of chest with the finger tips.

2nd Position

Feet: Feet apart sideward of about a space distance.

Arms: Both raised sideward with a graceful curve at shoulder level.

3rd Position
 Feet: Heel of one foot close to in-step of other foot.

Arms: One arm raised in front as in 2nd position; other raised.

4th Position

Feet: One foot in front of other foot of a pace distance.

Arm: One arm raised in front as in 1st position; other arm raised overhead.

5th Position

Feet: Heel of front foot close to big toe of rear foot.

Arms: Both arms raised overhead.

DANCE TERMS COMMON TO FOLK DANCING

 Arms in lateral position

- Both arms are at one side either right or left, at shoulder, chest, or
waist level.

 Arms in reverse T position

- Arms are horizontally sideward, elbows at right angles, forearms
parallel to head, elbows are at shoulder level, fist slightly closed,
 facing each other

 Bilao
- To turn palms of hands up and down alternately, hands at waist level in
front, elbows close to waist.

 Bow Or Saludo
- Partners bow to each other to opposite dancers or to the audience. This
term is of Spanish origin.

 Brush
- Weight on one foot, hit the floor with the ball or heel of the other foot
and lift that foot from the floor to any direction.

 Cabeceras
- When dancers are in square formation, the couples occupying the
width of the hall are called “cabeceras” or head couples. This is of
Spanish origin. This is of Spanish origin.

 Clockwise
- Like the motion on the handle of the clock moving to the left, when
facing the center of an imaginary circle. Right shoulder is toward the
center when moving forward.

 Counter Clockwise
- The reverse direction of clockwise, the hands of the clock moving to
the right, when facing center of an imaginary circle when moving
forward.

 Cut
- Quick change of weight from one foot to the other displacing the
supporting foot.
 Do -Si-Do (dos-a-dos)
- Partners are facing each other.

 Draw
- The free foot is drawn toward the foot, which supports the body
weight, by pressing the toes against the floor as the close is made. With
or without transfer of weight.

 Free foot
- The foot not supporting the weight of the body.

 Free Hand
- The hand is not doing anything.

 Hayon-hayon.
- To place one forearm in front and the other at the back of the waist.

 Hop
- Spring on the supporting foot, and land on the same foot.

 Inside Foot
- The foot near one's partner when they stand side by side
 Inside Hand
- The hand near one's partner when they stand side by side.

 Jump
- Spring from one or two feet and land on both feet.

 Kumintang
- moving the head from the waist either in a clockwise or
counterclockwise direction.

 Leap
- Spring on the supporting foot and land on the other foot.

 Outside Foot
- The foot away from one's partner when they stand side by side.

 Outside Hand
- The hand away from one's partner when they stand side by side.

 Opposite
- The person standing in opposite position across the set.

 Partner
- Girl to right of Boy and Boy to left of Girl.

 Place
- To put the foot (flat) in any desired position without putting weight on
it.

 Point
- Touch toe or ball of free foot on floor and remains there briefly.

 Pivot
- Turning on ball, heel, of one or both feet on a fixed place.

 Set A
- A unit formation of two or more couples.

 Slide
- To slide one foot along the floor smoothly, with or no transfer of
weight.

 Stamp
- To bring down one foot forcibly on the floor with or without transfer
of weight.

 Stamp
- Touch toe or ball of free foot on floor and remains there briefly.

 Supporting Foot
- The foot is carrying the weight of the body.

 Tap
- Toe or ball of free foot is placed momentarily on floor and lifted again
 immediately.

 Touch
- See point. WHIRL To turn fast by executing small steps in place to
right or left.

BASIC STEPS IN FOLK DANCE

While folk dancing differs from country to country, there are a few basic
steps that are present in practically every dance and style. Many of the processes are
likely ones you have seen before, while others may appear novel and challenging at
first.

Terms: L - left foot. R - right foot

Actions: STEP HOP CLOSE

STEPS ACTIONS
BLEKING STEP Heel place (L) or (R), close

CLOSE STEP Step (L) or (R), close

CROSS STEP Step(L) or (R), cross(L) or (R), step (L) or (R)

Habanera step Step(L) or (R), close (L) or (R), step (L) or (R)

Hop Polka Hop(L) or (R), step (L) or (R), close step (L) or (R)

HOPPING hop (L) or (R)

Hop Step Step (L) or (R), hop (L) or (R),

Mincing step With heels raised, take as many steps as desired

POLKA hop (L) step (R), close (L) step (R), hop (R), step
(L) close (R),

SLIDE STEP (step draw) step (L) close (R), … (either way)

STEP-HOP step (L) hop (L) step (R), hop (R),

SCHOTTISHE step (L) step (R), step (L) hop (L)

step (R), step (L) step (R), hop (R),

Touch Step Point (L) or (R), close (L) or (R),

Learning Tasks/Activities
Instruction: Read the following questions carefully. Write your answer on an empty
sheet of bond paper with a minimum of 5 sentences and a maximum of
10 sentences.

1. What for you is folk dancing?

2. How do you differentiate folk dance and traditional dance?

Assessment
Instruction: Perform a dance using the basic steps in folk dancing. You can choose
what music you like, but the music must be appropriate for the dance. In the said type
of dance, you can create your steps to portray the concept you choose. Document your
performances by taking a video for 3 to 5 minutes. In presenting the video, it must be
creative. The following criteria will grade you:

Folk Dance
Criteria Rating
Correct position and execution of basic steps 35%
Synchronization of body movements with music in an 30%
artistic way
Creativity and uniqueness of the video presentation 20%
Appropriate attire and equipment used 15%
General Performance Rating 100%

Instructions on how to submit student output

A learning task and an assessment or quiz are provided at the end of each
lesson. You are required to submit both outputs on or before their due date. This due
date is indicated in this ABRIDGED OUTCOMES-BASED
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2. FAMILY NAME-FIRST NAME-Phed 13 Lesson No-------Assessment
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Assessment with your answer (make sure you keep a copy of your answer,
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Lesson 3.2: Line Dancing

Lesson Summary
In country and western dance bars, dance clubs, social clubs, and ballrooms
worldwide, line dancing is practiced and learned. It avoids the male/female partner
imbalance that plagues ballroom/swing/salsa dancing clubs. Other kinds of country-
western dance, such as two-step, shuffle, and western promenade dances, as well as
western-style adaptations of the waltz, polka, and swing, are occasionally
incorporated on dance programs.

Learning Outcomes
1. Define Line Dance
2. Enumerate elements of Line Dance
3. Demonstrate the elements of line dance

Motivation Question

What is line dancing?

Discussion
LINE DANCING

Line dancing began in the United States in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Line dances were danced to disco music and country and western music in the
beginning, and line dancers would dance to whatever was being played.

Few of the dances even had their origins in country dancing.

 As the name implies, the 'Cowboy Charleston' was inspired by the Charleston.
 The origins of 'The Barn Dance Mixer' can be traced back to Paso Doble.
 One of the most famous and well-known line dances is the 'Tush Push.'

US service members who shared line dancing, country dancing, and

partner dancing with the population near their bases introduced line dance to
Continental Europe. The popularity of country and western music greatly helped
spread the craze, especially in the United Kingdom, where line dancing is more
popular than country dancing or partner dancing. Line dancing became popular in the
UK thanks to Coral, Ivan Burton, and Robert Fowler.

What Is Line Dancing?

Line dancing is performed by a group of people whom all face the same
direction and move straight. Everyone in line follows the same procedure. A line
dance is a set of repeated steps numerous times to a specific piece of music. Line
dances are distinguished by three factors: difficulty, walls, and count. Level of
difficulty is divided into beginner (simple dance, easy to learn), intermediate (getting
harder, but without many tricky steps, even though the music may be fast) or
advanced (tricky steps and/or fast music).

1. Beginner (basic dance, easy to learn), intermediate (more complicated, but without
many intricate steps, even if the music is fast), and advanced (tricky steps and/or rapid
music) are the three levels of difficulty.

2. Walls are a requirement. During a line dance sequence, you must always turn or
complete part of a turn. The number of 'walls' indicates how many sequences you
must complete before returning to the original path. It may give you an idea of how far
you should turn during each sequence, but it is not a hard and fast rule. There will
always be one, two, or four 'walls.'

3. The number of beats that one dance sequence runs over is referred to as the count.
Usually, the count will be a multiple of eight or sixteen. 16, 32, 40, and 48 are
common counts. A few line dances have a count that is a multiple of four or two, but
they are uncommon. The higher the count, in general, the more complex the dance
will be, as there will be more steps to remember.

Why Line Dance?

It is a well-known truth that exercising is beneficial to your health. It has

the potential to extend your life span while also making you feel wonderful. Line
dancing benefits from being a very sociable type of exercise, allowing you to meet
new people and make new friends while getting some exercise. It is also a lot of
enjoyable.

Another advantage of line dancing is that you do not require a partner and
will not feel out of place if you dance alone. At a line dance, you could claim you are
dancing with everyone! It is fine to go to line dance and dance alone, but you will
almost certainly wind-up conversing with some of the like-minded folks you will
meet.

Clothing

Jeans, a checkered shirt, cowboy boots, a Stetson, and a neckerchief are not
required. It is entirely up to you whether or not you want to wear these during line
dancing. They are not required. The only criterion for line dance clothing is that it
must be comfortable and relaxed - that is, it must be excellent in terms of
temperature, not in terms of style. While line dancing, you can get extremely hot.
Footwear should be both comfortable and well-fitting.

Trainers are not recommended because they grasp the floor too tightly, and
your feet need to be able to glide around. Do not wear high heels or stilettos (this
includes guys!); high heels make some steps uncomfortable, if not lethal. These shoes
can also damage the wooden floor you are dancing on, which is not a good thing.
Some types of sandals and beach footwear are also undesirable since they allow your
feet to move in the shoe rather than with them. Some sandals have a 'grippy' surface.
Dance Floor Etiquette

Most of the following tips apply to any kind of dancing, but it's worth mentioning
them:

 Don't Smoking is not permitted on the dance floor. One reason not to do it is the
damage cigarette ends cause to the floor; another is the damage to other people's
clothing.
 On the dance floor, do not eat or drink. You are only going to spill it, and no one
wants to dance in that!
 Once the music has begun, do not talk on the dance floor.
 Do not take up too much space. You will need to have some space, but you will
not need much since everyone is moving in the same direction simultaneously.
 Line dancing is about doing the same steps as everybody else. So don't start
doing a different dance, unless there is room for you to go and do your own
thing, and unless you know it is acceptable.
 If the floor is crowded, take small steps.
 If you collide with somebody, apologize even if it isn't really your fault. This
keeps everybody sweet.
 In some places, particularly the US, line dancing is done at the same time and on
the same floor as partner dancing. Remember, partner dances have the outside of
the floor, line dancers have the middle. In this situation, at the start of the dance
line up facing one of the long edges of the floor. Also remember that dancers
round the outside have 'right of way’.
 Don't try to teach someone the steps while a dance is in progress. Find
somewhere quiet, out of the way, or wait until another time.
 Don't walk across the dance area while a dance is in progress. Walk round or
wait.
 You will develop your own 'style' if you line dance long enough. But don't go
crazy. People are there to enjoy themselves, which they won't if your 'style'
involves acting like a demented windmill.
 Smile, darn it, and enjoy yourself!

Basic Steps
 Cross - Step one foot in front of the other. Your legs will end up crossed,
typically at about knee level.
 Rock - Step with one foot, moving your weight onto it without completely taking
it off the other foot. You can rock forward, back or to the side.
 Scuff - Step forward, scuffing the ground with your foot as you move it forward.
 Stomp - Stamp your foot fairly hard.
 Grapevine ('Vine) - A sideways movement to right or left. A right 'vine is: step to
the right, step your left foot behind your right foot, step to the right again. What
comes next depends on the dance.
 Weave (Extended 'Vine) - Another sideways movement to the right or left, but
going further than a 'vine. A right weave is: step to the right, step left behind
right, step to the right, step left in front of right, step to the right... for as long as
is needed. Usually no more than eight beats.
  Pivot turn - For example, a left pivot turn is done by stepping forward with your
right foot, then swiveling to the left on your toes. Pivot turns are typically half or
quarter-turns.
 Unwind - Before an unwind, your legs are always crossed. The 'unwind' is a turn
that undoes the cross. So if you've stepped your right foot over your left and then
'unwind', you'll do a half-turn to the left, unwinding the cross-over. It's that
simple.
 Weave (Extended 'Vine) - Another sideways movement to the right or left, but
going further than a 'vine. A right weave is: step to the right, step left behind
right, step to the right, step left in front of right, step to the right... for as long as
is needed. Usually no more than eight beats.
 Pivot turn - For example, a left pivot turn is done by stepping forward with your
right foot, then swiveling to the left on your toes. Pivot turns are typically half or
quarter-turns.
 Unwind - Before an unwind, your legs are always crossed. The 'unwind' is a turn
that undoes the cross. So, if you've stepped your right foot over your left and then
'unwind', you'll do a half-turn to the left, unwinding the cross-over. It's that
simple.

Learning Tasks/Activities
Instruction: Read the following questions carefully. Write your answer on an empty
sheet of bond paper with a minimum of 5 sentences and a maximum of
10 sentences.

1. What for you is line dancing?

2. How will you explain the clothing used in line dancing?

Assessment
Instruction: Perform a dance using the basic steps in line dancing. You can choose
what music you like, but the music must be appropriate for the dance. In the said type
of dance, you can create your steps to portray the concept you choose. Document your
performances by taking a video for 3 to 5 minutes. In presenting the video, it must be
creative. The following criteria will grade you:

Line Dance
Criteria Rating
Correct position and execution of basic steps 35%
Synchronization of body movements with music in an 30%
artistic way
Creativity and uniqueness of the video presentation 20%
Appropriate attire and equipment used 15%
General Performance Rating 100%
Instructions on how to submit student output
A learning task and an assessment or quiz are provided at the end of each
lesson. You are required to submit both outputs on or before their due date. This due
date is indicated in this ABRIDGED OUTCOMES-BASED
• Output must be saved in word files with the following file names:
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2. FAMILY NAME-FIRST NAME-Phed 13 Lesson No Assessment
• In submitting your output, you are given three alternatives:
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e. Via e-mail – Send the files to makoineps026@gmail.com and
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f. Google Classroom
Assessment with your answer (make sure you keep a copy of your answer,
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Lesson 3.3: Cha Cha Cha

Lesson Summary
The Cha-Cha (originally known as the Cha-Cha-Cha) is one of the five
dances of the "Latin American" international ballroom dance competitions program. It
was originated in Cuba in the early 1950s and was derived from the Rumba and the
Mambo.

Learning Outcomes
1. Define Cha cha cha
2. Demonstrate the basic steps of cha cha cha

Motivation Question
Have you ever experienced dancing a Latin dance called cha cha cha? Can
you tell us your experience/s?

Discussion
It is a recent addition to the Latin American dances. This dance first appeared
in America's dance halls in the early 1950s, shortly following the mambo, from which
it was derived. Shortly after the mambo was introduced, another rhythm began to gain
popularity, a rhythm that would eventually become the world's most well-known Latin
American dance. CHACHACHA was the name given to it. The music is slower than
the mambo and has a more straightforward rhythm.

The interpretation of the CHACHACHA music should produce a happy,

carefree, cheeky, party-time-like atmosphere.

Basic Steps

1. Chachacha basic

Is composed in 4/4 time (four beats to a bar music) for each bar of music
there are 2 slow and 3 quick step which may be counted as one, two, Cha,Cha,Cha,
or step, step, step, quick step, quick step. The footwork is simple and mostly
focuses on just shifting weight from one foot to another.

Remember five steps are taken to four beats of music. Also don’t forget
that the movements tend to be somewhat flirtatious. This is definitely a party
dance!

2. Chacha turn/alemana

The Alemana is a Latin figure of two measures. Half Basic to an Alemana

Turn is sometimes cued. He is near the end of the first measure of the figure in the
photo, and he is starting to ask her to turn. Take note of the use of body swing and
the opportunity for a lovely mini-picture here.

The man takes a stride forward on his lead foot in a closed or other facing
position (woman back). We recover in Rumba, and then the man shuts his left foot
and raises his lead hand to commence the woman's right-face turn. He does not
force her down; instead, he offers her an invitation, a suggestion. The woman
makes a slight sidestep, toeing out a little and starting her right-face turn. This
initial measure is virtually a Half Basic, except for the man's third closing step,
which is a side step, and the woman's start of the turn.

He takes a stride back on his trail foot in the second measure while she
takes a step forward and spins under his lead arm. He recovers his left as she takes
a step forward and continues to turn to face him, and then they both take a stride to
the side, the trail feet in an open facing stance to the left.

The Alemana Turn is not a twirl; instead of spinning, she goes forward,
forward, and side.

3. Compact chacha/side to side

in place. Hip and shoulder are coming together (shoulder squeeze down,
hip going up). Bent knee drapes over the other leg (knees cross in front). Use upper
body flexibility (back is contracting). Hand to hand

4. Hand to hand/ side H

Start in Closed Position, like reverse New Yorker. Man takes R to L

handhold at the end of the previous figure, simultaneously releasing L to R
handhold when needed. This figure can start with a normal hold. Man allows R
hand to slide further around Lady's back on step 1, releasing hold with L land.
Lady slides L's hand across Man's shoulder.
For LSP: Man, places L hand on Lady's back, releasing R handhold at the
end of step 5, while Lady rests R hand lightly across Man's L shoulder. Man's hand
on Lady's back is just below her shoulder blade.

5. Kick Swivel

Step left sideward. Kick right across in front of left. Put both feet together
and swivel both toes to the right and then both heels to the right. Repeat stepping
right sideward. Kick left across in front of right. Put both feet together and swivel
both toes to the left and then both heels to the left. Return to basic from either side
by using the free foot, if left to lead a forward basic, if the right to lead aback.

6. New York

In basic Cha Cha, New York is a well-known figure. Many versions of this
figure can still be found at the higher levels.

New York are breaks that use the basic rhythm 2, 3, 4&1 to alternate from
left to right side-by-side position via the chassé. Both the left and right feet take a
step forward.
 Although the figure may begin in the closed position or with a two-hand
grasp on, you will need to release the hand that is farthest away from your partner
when you spin to a side-by-side positioner. When space is restricted, the free arm
can be extended outward (as shown in the video clip) or held closer to the body.

As tempting as it may be to force the joined hand through as you turn to a

side-by-side position, resist this temptation because it jeopardizes the connection.
Hip-level is the optimal posture for the connected hand.

When watching the video, keep in mind that the dancers face each other till
the end of the chassé.

7. Chasing

Cha Cha Chase is a figure from the Silver Level. This online resource
includes a complete description of the dance steps, including time, movement, and
technique; a list of figures that may precede or follow the pattern; and videos
demonstrating the figure, techniques, and practice routines.

Learning Tasks/Activities
Instruction: Read the following questions carefully. Write your answer on an empty
sheet of bond paper with a minimum of 5 sentences and a maximum of
10 sentences.

1. What for you is cha cha cha?

2. How will you explain the basic steps in cha cha cha?

Assessment
Instruction: Perform a dance using the basic steps in cha cha cha. You can choose
what music you like, but the music must be appropriate for the dance. In the said type
of dance, you can create your steps to portray the concept you choose. Document your
performances by taking a video for 3 to 5 minutes. In presenting the video, it must be
creative. The following criteria will grade you.

Cha cha cha

Criteria Rating
Correct position and execution of basic steps 35%
Synchronization of body movements with music in 30%
an artistic way
Creativity and uniqueness of the video 20%
presentation
Appropriate attire and equipment used 15%
General Performance Rating 100%

Instructions on how to submit student output

 A learning task and an assessment or quiz are provided at the end of each
lesson. You are required to submit both outputs on or before their due date. This due
date is indicated in this ABRIDGED OUTCOMES-BASED
• Output must be saved in word files with the following file names:
1. FAMILY NAME-FIRST NAME-PhEd 13 Lesson No----Learning Task
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Lesson 3.4: Contemporary and
Modern Dance, and Lyrical Dance

Lesson Summary
Contemporary dance is defined as something that is happening simultaneously
and relates to dance genres that are currently or have recently been popular. It includes
different elements from several other genres, including ballet, jazz, modern, and
lyrical. However, most choreographers strive to break from other dance styles to
experiment with new ideas. The most significant difference between these two styles
is that there are more rules with Modern dance, whereas Contemporary dance explores
the unknown.
Lyrical dance may be one of the newcomers to the range of dances being
learned around the country. However, it has quickly become famous for everyone,
from kids learning their first dance to adults looking to expand their dancing skills.

Learning Outcomes
1. Define contemporary and modern dance, and lyrical dance
2. Enumerate the elements of contemporary and modern dance, and lyrical dance
3. Create own concept of contemporary and modern dance, and lyrical dance

Motivation Question

What is contemporary dance?

What is lyrical dance and what makes it so popular?

Discussion
CONTEMPORARY DANCE
Contemporary dance emerged in the twentieth century as dancers strived to
express themselves more fully via their movements. It was a means to break away
from the more regimented and traditional designs. Contemporary dance deviates from
the norm by emphasizing freedom of movement.

Dancers focus on linking their mind and body through fluid dance techniques
when performing. This helps dancers to express themselves through their dance
techniques by exploring emotions and using their inherent energy.

There is no set rule for what types of components they can use in their
performance, but you can expect a mix of ballet, jazz, modern, breakdance, and even
yoga and Pilates.

History of Contemporary Dance

Contemporary dance is a popular kind of dance that originated in the middle
of the twentieth century and has since grown to become one of the most popular
performance genres for officially trained dancers worldwide, with a large following in
the United States and Western Europe. Although it was influenced by and taken from
classical, modern, and jazz forms at first, it has since evolved to include components
from various dance traditions.

Around 1980s, the world "contemporary dance" referred to the movement of

new dancers who did not want to follow strict classical ballet and lyrical dance forms
but instead wanted to explore unconventional revolutionary movements gathered from
all dance styles in the world.

Today’s Contemporary Dance

Choreographers draw from ballet, modern, and "postmodern" (structureless)
types of dances in today's contemporary dance, which is an eclectic combination of
styles. While some contemporary dancers create characters, theatrical events, or
storylines, others improvise in their distinct way and present entirely new
compositions.

Etiquette for Contemporary Dance

 The dancers move around the floor in a counterclockwise (from above) direction.
 Always apologize when something goes wrong on the dance floor. In most cases,
it does not matter who is to blame.
 Keep to the center of the floor if you are moving slower than the other dancers.
 Move off the dance floor if you are having a conversation.
 You can either dance across the floor or walk around the outside to cross the
room.
 Food and beverages should be carried around the perimeter. Clean up spills on
your own.
 If you are dancing, do not give dance advice until you are requested. If you are
asked, merely advise on the topic you have been asked about. Move off the dance
floor if you are giving a long trip or if you are stopping to talk about it. Above
all, do not give the person any more tips until they ask for them.
 The traditional rule about declining dances was that you could politely turn down
a request to dance only by saying something like "No, thank you. I'm sitting this
one out." or "I'd be happy to dance with you later. I just need to rest now", and
that if you turn down a request to dance, to be polite, it was considered important
that you not dance at all during the dance in question. Many dance groups today
have abandoned this rule, and explicitly say that it's always ok to decline a dance
with a simple "no, thank you", and no reason need be given.
 Don't just dance with your favorite dancers. It's called "social" dancing for a
reason.
 It is always up to the follow, not the lead, to set the distance between the
partners. However, if the lead feels like he is being held too closely for comfort
or safety, they might say something like "If you move away a little bit, I'll be able
to lead you more safely." If either partner is not being allowed to set what they
feel is a comfortable and safe distance, they should feel free to say that they need
to sit down to rest, or something else equally polite.
 Be aware of sight lines between ourselves, other dancers and the audience when
onstage and offstage.
MODERN DANCE

The body moves with spontaneous interpretations originating from the

dancer's inner feelings in modern dance, entirely free of all the limits imposed by
classical ballet.

At the beginning of the twentieth century, it was created to depict the

rebellion of artists who refused to accept just traditional performances, clothes, and
footwear. When it comes to modern dance costumes, we witness a true revolution:
both modern and contemporary dance costumes are much more relaxed, but they are
also manufactured with unique techniques and many colors to fit the staged
performance properly.

Initially, modern dance was founded on myths and tales, but as time passed, it
became a reflection of the social, ethnic, political, and economic conditions of the
time, with the impact of dances from other nations, such as the Caribbean, African,
and Latin, in the years following.

Today much more is spoken about technique; modern dance steps include
techniques from classical, modern, and postmodern dance, without depriving dancers
of the ability to express themselves and convey feelings through their artistic and
creative abilities.

LYRICAL DANCE
Lyrical dance is a combination of ballet with jazz and contemporary dance
moves. Lyrical dance moves are a creative combination of ballet and jazz, meant to
showcase the music's emotional spirit through the dancer's body.

History of Lyrical Dance

 The lyrical dance technique can trace its roots back to Russia in the first half of
the 20th century.
 Lyrical dance emerged as a new dance form in the 1970s as a sort of jazz that
told a tale of classical ballet. Lyrical later came to refer to the motions that
corresponded to the music being performed.
 Lyrical did not gain popularity until the 1990s.
 By the early 2000s, some of the world's biggest studios started offered classes in
lyrical dance.
 Fox's reality show "So You Think You Can Dance," which performed premiered
in 2005, regularly featured lyrical dancers.

Benefits of Lyrical Dance

Stress free reduction: More than any other type of exercise, dancing has
been proven to the best form of exercise and the best way to reduce stress. Unlike
working out, you do not have to consider it much stress; instead, dancing helps you
work out and burn calories while you are enjoying yourself. It also helps in relieving
your stress and keeping you healthy too.

Healthy Memory: Research has shown that dance is usually unforgettable by

participants. The lyrical dance has the same effect as any other dance class. It works
because you will have to remember the dance moves and timing, keeping your mind
healthy and continuously effective.

Association: When you take lyrical dance classes, you make new friends.
Meet different people and get to mingle with people who can contribute to your
dancing career. Apart from this, you meet friends with like minds, which helps you
psychologically and emotionally.

Relaxation: You must have worked and study all week, and you have no
means of relaxing; this is an excellent way to take a break and have some fun. Give
yourself some space to clear your head and just relax.
Learning Tasks/Activities
Instruction: Read the following questions carefully. Write your answer on an empty
sheet of bond paper with a minimum of 5 sentences and a maximum of
10 sentences.

1. How will you differentiate contemporary dance and modern

dance?
2. How will you differentiate contemporary dance and lyrical dance?

Assessment
Instruction: Perform a dance in contemporary and lyrical dance. You can choose
what music you like, but the music must be appropriate for the dance. In the said type
of dance, you can create your steps to portray the concept you choose. Document your
performances by taking a video for 3 to 5 minutes. In presenting the video, it must be
creative. The following criteria will grade you.

Contemporary Dance
Criteria Rating
Mastery and uniqueness of steps 35%
Synchronization of body movements with music in an artistic 30%
way
Creativity and uniqueness of the video presentation 20%
Appropriate attire and equipment used 15%
General Performance Rating 100%

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Module Posttest

___________ 1. Line dancing is about doing the same steps as everybody else. So
don't start doing a different dance, unless there is room for you to go
and do your own thing, and unless you know it is acceptable.
___________ 2. The interpretation of the CHACHACHA music should produce a
happy, carefree, cheeky, party-time-like atmosphere.
___________ 3. In contemporary dance, there is no set rule for what types of
components a performer can use in their performance.
___________ 4. Lyrical dance is a combination of ballet with jazz and contemporary
dance moves.
___________ 5. Lyrical dance moves are a creative combination of ballet and jazz,
meant to showcase the music's emotional spirit through the dancer's
body.
___________ 6. Folk dances are dances created by people to reflect people's lives in
a particular country or region.
___________ 7. Contemporary dance is performed by a group of people whom all
face the same direction and move straight.
___________ 8. A line dance is a set of repeated steps numerous times to a specific
piece of music.
___________ 9. Everyone in line follows different procedure.
___________10. Another advantage of line dancing is that you do not require a
partner and will not feel out of place if you dance alone.
References and Additional Resources

Carolina Taluvera-Gonzales, Gerardo C. Lacia, Ma. Luisa Dizon-Poquiz,

Ed.D., Samson G. Bulanandi, Marissa R. Operario, Lualhati Fernando-Callo,
Alfredo DV. Resultay, MAPEH in Action, 2008 Edition, Rex Printing
Company, Inc.

https://www.ballroomdanceplanet.com/what-is-the-difference-between-
modern-and-contemporary-dance/

https://www.ballroomdream.com/dance/cha-cha-cha-latin

https://www.exploros.com/summary/history-and-types-of-folk-dance

https://www.jadeharrisonschoolofdance.co.uk/index.php/about/blog/69-
what-is-lyrical-dance-and-why-is-it-becoming-so-popular

Answers to the Pretest

1. TRUE
2. FALSE
3. TRUE
4. FALSE
5. TRUE
6. TRUE
7. TRUE
8. TRUE
9. TRUE
10. TRUE

Answer to the Posttest

1. TRUE
2. TRUE
3. TRUE
4. TRUE
5. TRUE
6. TRUE
7. FALSE
8. TRUE
9. FALSE
10. TRUE