PE 02 Prelim Module

Osmeña Colleges, Inc.
College of Teacher Education

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Region V (Bicol)
PE 02
Folk Dancing
City of Masbate
Region V (Bicol)
PHILIPPINE FOLK AND ETHNIC DANCES
Let’s conceptualize!
At the end of the lesson, students are able to:

• Define folk dance
• Discuss the importance of folk dancing
• List down the different dances related to folk dancing
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Lesson 1: Overview on Folk Dancing
Let’s conceptualize!
The history of Philippine folk dancing incorporates influences

from immigrants and conquerors while at the same time
maintaining distinctly Filipino roots. Philippine folk dancing is a
true reflection of daily life in past centuries while enchanting
modern audiences at the same time
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Lesson 1: Overview on Folk Dancing
Let’s conceptualize! Importance of Folk Dancing

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.
Dance history allows us to gain a better understanding surrounding the events,

challenges, and celebrations that helped to form the people who developed our art form.
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Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing
Let’s conceptualize! Definition of Dance

Dance is rhythmic and expressive body movements, usually coordinated into a pattern
and adapted to musical accompaniment.
Almost all important occasions in the life of primitive man were celebrated by dancing:
birth, death, marriage, war, a new leader, the healing of the sick, prayers for rain, sun,
fertility, protection, and forgiveness were all expressed through dancing.
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Let’s conceptualize! Definition of Dance

Dance steps are created from man’s basic movements: walk, run, jump, hop, skip, slide,
leap, turn, and sway.
Combinations of these have become traditional steps and have been used, often in a
stylized manner, for folk and ethnic dances, social or ballroom dances, ballet, and
modern expressive dances.
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Let’s conceptualize! Features of the Dance

Some of the more important features of the dance:
rhythm, or the relatively fast or dynamics or variations in design or the arrangement

slow repetition and variation of the force and intensity of of movements according to
movements; movement; a pattern;
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Let’s conceptualize! Features of the Dance

Some of the more important features of the dance:
technique or the degree of body gestures, movements of the body, often the
control and mastery of basic steps and hands and arms, that convey specific
positions; and meanings, emotions, or narrative
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Let’s conceptualize! Definition of Folk Dance

Folk dancing is …
• the bond of customs, ideals, and traditions of the
past through which many national characteristics
in music, steps, and costumes are preserved.
• a dance developed spontaneously and naturally
by specific folk, usually handed down from
generation to generation and following a fixed
basic patter.
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Let’s conceptualize! Definition of Folk Dance

Folk dancing is …
• the traditional recreational dance of an
indigenous society showing the cultural
characteristics of a specific people at a given
time and place.
• the social expression through movements
with rhythmic accompaniment which are
characteristics of the community life of the
people of different nationalities.
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Origin of Dance in the Philippines
Let’s conceptualize! According to Filipino Legend
According to Philippine legend, the first man and woman
went up to the hill to make their first home. They begot many children
and later became the ancestors of diverse tribes. When illness and
pestilence befell the tribes, the people wailed and chanted and dance
long into the night, so that the evil spell might be broken. When the
earth caked from drought, they performed a dance of propitiation so
that the divine entities might take pity on them and send rain to their
parched fields. And when the rains came and drenched the soil to
assure a bountiful harvest, these children of the gods danced in the
moonlight in joy and thanksgiving. In the acts of imploring,
conciliating and giving thanks to the gods, the people of these islands
created dance to live forever in themselves, in their children and their
children’s children.
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Let’s conceptualize! The Philippine Dance

The Philippine archipelago had been inhabited by three
different racial groups even before the coming of
Magellan in 1512. They were the Pygmies, Indonesians,
and Malays. The Negritos and Proto-Malays were the
descendants of the Pygmies. As early as those days,
dancing among the Negritos was mostly pantomimic,
performed to depict the events of daily chores.
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Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Geographical Location

National Dances are traditional dances throughout the Philippines with a common
basic movement or pattern but with slight variations.
Cariñosa - is a Philippine dance of
colonial-era origin from the Maria
Clara suite of Philippine folk dances,
where the fan or handkerchief plays an
instrumental role as it places the couple
in a romance scenario.
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Rigodon - also called Rigodon de

Honor—is a traditional formal dance
from the Philippines that evolved
from dances brought to the Pacific
islands by Spanish settlers in the
sixteenth century (the Rigodon dance
was also said to be popular in French
and Spanish courts).
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Kuratsa - a dance of flirtation and courtship, designed to be danced with a
partner. Its movements mimic the mating ritual of a rooster and hen.
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Pandanggo - a Philippine folk dance that has
become popular in the rural areas of the
Philippines. The dance evolved from Fandango, a
Spanish folk dance, which arrived in the
Philippines during the Hispanic period. This dance
became popular among the illustrados or the upper
class and was later adapted among the local
communities. In the early 18th century, any dance
that is considered jovial and lively was called
Pandanggo.
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Balitaw - an extemporaneous
exchange of love verses between a
man and a woman. Danced and
mimed, it is accompanied by a song,
or the dancers themselves sing,
improvising the steps and verses. It
may last for hours, ending with the
woman accepting or rejecting the
man's suit.
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Surtido - literally means "assortment,"
and this square dance combines
influences of French, Spanish and
Mexican dance. Traditionally, the Surtido
is performed by a head couple
accompanied by two other couples who
lead all the dancers through various
formations that resemble an old-fashioned
quadrille.
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Local or Regional Dances are dances found in certain localities or regions only.
Alcamfor (Leyte) - features a girl's
handkerchief that is supposedly scented
with alkampor or naphtalene balls. The
dance is also called Pandanggo han Panyo.
Pieces of clothing (dainty handkerchiefs or
scarves included) were kept inside wooden
boxes in the olden days.
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Maglalatik (San Pablo, Lalaguna) - a

folk dance in Luzon, is not just any other
traditional dance in the Philippines that
mimics the movements of animals. This
dance in the Philippines has a meaning. It
is a mock war dance that depicts a fight
over coconut meat, a highly-prized food.
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Basulto (Pampanga) - a
love song in satirical form.
The dance is usually done to
singing with verses
alternating with the dance.
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Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Nature of Dance

Occupational Dances are dances that depict actions, characteristics, occupations,
industries, and phases of human labor.
Rice Festivals – has the largest number of dances.
Pagtatanim
Paglulugas
Paggapas
Paghangin
Paggiik
Pagbabayo
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Occupational Dances
Pabirik – depicts the different

stages of gold panning. Mananguete – tuba gatherer
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Religious or Ceremonial Dances are performed in connection with religious vows, practices,
and ceremonies. A religious dance may be performed to drive away evil spirits, ask for a favor
to have a child, give thanks from having recovered from sickness, favors granted and vows
fulfilled.
Obando - a dance ritual,
initially an Anitist ritual,
and later also became a
Catholic festival celebrated
every May in Obando,
Bulacan, Philippines.
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Religious or Ceremonial Dances
Dugso - meaning "dance," is performed

solemnly and reverently because it is part
of the Kalinga-on, which is related to
thanksgiving, appeasement, supplication
and consultation of nature spirits. A fire is
built or a table laden with food is placed
in the middle of the place where the
dance is to be performed.
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Religious or Ceremonial Dances
Sinurog - dance during the

wedding procession wherein
dancers shout and make
considerable noise with drums,
empty cans, basins, and other
percussion instruments.
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Courtship dances are dances that depict love-making or with a love theme.
Lulay - a national dance with regional variations. A few

Rogelia - a courtship dance from among Philippine dances that can be classified as a
the province of La Union "national" folk dance.
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Courtship dances are dances that depict love-making or with a love theme.
Hele Hele Bago Quiere - flirting dance carrying out courting figures but "no touch" since a
part of Spanish system.
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Wedding dances are performed by newlyweds, by friends and relatives of the bride and groom
or by the father of the bride and the mother of the groom.
Pandang-Pandang
Pantomina (bride and groom) (bride and groom and friends or relatives of each side)
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Wedding dances are performed by newlyweds, by friends and relatives of the bride and groom
or by the father of the bride and the mother of the groom.
Soryano (dance by the parents of the future groom, the visit of the parents of the bride)
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Festival Dances are performed in connection with celebrations, a feast, a barrio fiesta, good
harvest and good fortune.
Kuratsa - a dance of flirtation and courtship, designed to be danced with a partner. Its
movements mimic the mating ritual of a rooster and hen.
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La Jota - It was originally performed in social gatherings during the Spanish period in the
Philippines. The Filipinos adapted this lively and delightful dance with different versions.
These versions are combinations of Spanish and Filipino dance steps and music.
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Putong - or tubong is a ceremony occasionally performed in the Province of Marinduque,

Philippines, in which visitors are honored and welcomed.
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War Dances are intended to show imaginary combat or duel with the use of fighting intended
for entertainment.
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.
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Comic Dances are dances with funny and humorous movements mainly intended for
entertainment.
Makonggo (movements of monkey) Kinoton (imitates movements of person bitten by ants)

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Game Dances are dances that have some play elements and are for recreational purposes.
Gayong-Gayong - a Philippine folk dance which originated and became popular in Aklan and
Capiz. Gayong is a pet name for Leodegradio.
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Lubi-Lubi - a Bikol dance, a combination of simple folk and social steps. (Literally, "lubi"
means coconut. A game called "lubi-lubi" is played with coconut shells.) According to the Bikols,
this dance originated in Leyte and Samar where it is still danced like the balitaw.
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Pabo - The dance is called Pabo

because the odd dancer at the center
of the circle struts around like a
turkey as he looks for a desirable
partner.
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Social Dances are dances during social gatherings.
Lanceros - is a popular square dance
found in many regions in the Philippines.
This dance must have been brought here
by the American for some of its
movements, figures and music resemble
the American square dance called Lancers.
The dance was taught to them by the old
people who used to dance it during their
younger days.
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Social Dances are dances during social gatherings.
Rigodon - also called Rigodon de Honor—

is a traditional formal dance from the
Philippines that evolved from dances
brought to the Pacific islands by Spanish
settlers in the sixteenth century (the
Rigodon dance was also said to be popular
in French and Spanish courts).
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Let’s conceptualize! Group Classifications of Dances Found in the Philippines

DANCES OF THE CORDILLERA
BIBAKIIG - acronym for Bontocs, Ifugaos, Benguets, Apayao, Kalinga, Itneg, Ilonggot, and
Gaddang. Dances are ceremonial, courtship, war, festival and imitative in nature.
Some of the dances
• Takik - a flirtation, love or wedding dance from
Western Bontoc
• Pattong - danced by one or two warriors
• Dinuyya - from Lagawe Ifugao, a dance festival
performed by men and women during a major feast
• Tarektek - among the Benguets, a dance imitating
the "woodpeckers"
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DANCES OF THE CORDILLERA
Some of the dances
• Bendian - a victory dance
• Turayen - among the Apayaos, a dance
imitating a high flying bird
• Tadeck - a Kalingga word for dance
• Ragragsakan - a work dance of Kalingga
women where they carry baskets on their
heads or sometimes layered claypots
• Takiling - a victory dance performed
after a head hunting spree
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DANCES OF THE MINDANAO GROUPS - Dances have touches of Hindu, Javanese, Chinese,
and Arab-Persian culture.
Some of the dances
• Kakulangan among the Maranao, is danced
with the use of beautifully decorated umbrellas.
• Sagayan is a war dance that dramatizes the
hero-warrior prince. Asik is a doll dance for
girls.
• Silong sa Ganding shows traces of Hindu-
Vedic influence, where the five dancers
represent the sounds of the gandingan
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DANCES OF THE MINDANAO GROUPS - Dances have touches of Hindu, Javanese, Chinese,
and Arab-Persian culture.
Some of the dances
• Pang-alay from Jolo, Sulu, portrays the varied
life activities of the people.
• Maglanka is a dance class of noble Samal
women.
• Burong Talo is a martial dance dance in the
Langka tradition of Mindana dances.
• Pindulas depicts the movements of the fish.
• Binanog is a Manobo hawk dance.
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SPANISH/EUROPEAN/WESTERN INFLUENCED DANCES
Some of the dances

• Habanera Botolena is a dance of a
married couple in Botolan, Zambales;
• Pandanggo Rinconada is a festival
dance from the province of Bicol
depicting the happy and contented life
of the people.
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DANCES OF THE COUNTRYSIDE - during the Spanish period, there were also dances for the poor
farmers and people in the rural areas. Dances were light and more informal. Frequently, the dances require skills
and characters which depict their kind of work.
Some of the dances

• Binasuan is a dance that require a balancing skill
with glasses of wine. is a dance performed during
Easter Sunday.
• Gayong-Gayong is a game dance.
• Binislakan, which means sticks, is a Pangasinan
dance that bears Chinese influence.
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DANCES FOR THE LESSER KNOWN GROUP
Some of the dances

• Kadal Blelah is a Tiboli dance with
mythical bindings imitative of the
movements of the birds.
• Karasapuyon is a courtship dance.
• Kadal Tajo is a dance that depicts the
movements of a bird in the middle of the
forest.

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PHILIPPINE FOLK AND ETHNIC DANCES

At the end of the lesson, students are able to:

Lesson 1: Overview on Folk Dancing

The history of Philippine folk dancing incorporates influences

Lesson 1: Overview on Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Importance of Folk Dancing

Dance history allows us to gain a better understanding surrounding the events,

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Definition of Dance

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Definition of Dance

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Features of the Dance

rhythm, or the relatively fast or dynamics or variations in design or the arrangement

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Features of the Dance

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Definition of Folk Dance

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Definition of Folk Dance

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! The Philippine Dance

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Geographical Location

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Geographical Location

Rigodon - also called Rigodon de

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Geographical Location

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Geographical Location

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Geographical Location

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Geographical Location

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Geographical Location

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Geographical Location

Maglalatik (San Pablo, Lalaguna) - a

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Geographical Location

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Nature of Dance

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Nature of Dance

Pabirik – depicts the different

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Nature of Dance

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Nature of Dance

Dugso - meaning "dance," is performed

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Nature of Dance

Sinurog - dance during the

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Nature of Dance

Lulay - a national dance with regional variations. A few

Lesson 1: Definition of Folk Dancing

Let’s conceptualize! Folk Dance according to Nature of Dance