BRIEF HISTORY OF DANCE 2.

THE LUMAGEN DANCE

PRIMITIVE PEOPLE The Lumagen Dance, also known as Tachok, is a

traditional expression of gratitude by the Kalinga people.
 believed that dances bring magic.
Unmarried women perform the dance, which is inspired
 They celebrate every significant stage of life
by the movements of birds in flight, to celebrate events
through dancing:
such as a bountiful harvest, a birth of a first-born child, a
 e.g. birth, growing up, marriage, death, and victorious battle, and a wedding.
others
 They dance to persuade nature to provide them 3. THE HABANERA BOTOLENA
with bountiful harvest by bringing sun or rain.
A social dance called the Habanera Botolena, which is
 They also dance to cast out misfortune, illness,
famous in Botolan, Zambales, is typically performed at
and evil spirits.
weddings and consists of a procession of the bride and
 They used their bodies for free dance
groom's families, bridesmaids, and groomsmen, as well
movements to express their feelings and
as a solo performance by the newlyweds.
emotions.
 The rhythm as usually accompanied by 4. THE PANTOMINA DANCE
excitement and an increase in speed.
Pantomina, a traditional dance originating from the
DANCE towns of Bicol and Sorsogon subregions, is still widely
performed during wedding festivities by the couple and
Philippines their guests. This Spanish-influenced dance has been
 This period saw the proliferation of different popular in the Bicol Region up to the present day.
forms of Spanish-influenced folk dances 5. THE BINASUAN DANCE
throughout the Philippines. These dances were
often accompanied by Spanish musical Binasuan is a traditional Filipino dance that originated
instruments and served as an important part of from the province of Pangasinan. It is usually performed
the local culture. during special occasions and festivals, and involves
 Additionally, some of these dances have been people holding up a tray of coins or glasses filled with
adapted to incorporate indigenous Philippine rice wine while they dance together.
musical instruments and styles to create a unique
6. THE MAGLALATIK DANCE
blend of Spanish and Filipino culture.
Maglalatik is a traditional Filipino folk dance from the
HISTORY AND INFLUENCES
Province of Laguna. The dance mimics the battle
AMERICAN PERIOD between the Christian and the Muslim Moro tribesmen.
It is an all–male dance with coconut shells used as props.
 During the American period in the Philippines,
folk dance became a popular pastime for 7. TINIKLING DANCE
Filipinos. Many of the dances were adaptations
This folk dance, originating from Leyte, Philippines, is
of dances from the United States. At the same
widely known and is based on the movements of the
time, some traditional Filipino dances were also
tikling bird, which dodges bamboo traps in rice fields. It
kept alive, such as the Tinikling, Cariñosa and
involves dancers dancing through bamboo poles which
Kuradang.
open and close to a faster and faster rhythm.
 These dances were adapted to accommodate the
American way of dancing, with the addition of 8. CARINOSA DANCE
various steps and moves.
Carinosa is a traditional Philippine folk dance that dates
back to the Spanish colonial period. It is a courtship
1. THE BANGA DANCE
dance between a man and a woman, which is
The Banga dance is a traditional Filipino practice that characterized by its graceful and playful movements. It is
celebrates the strength and ingenuity of Igorot women. often performed during fiestas and other special
The women demonstrate amazing balance and agility by occasions.
carrying heavy clay pots, sometimes stacked five high,
9. THE SINGKIL DANCE
from the river back home.
Singkil is a traditional Filipino dance that tells the story of
a princess. The dance is done in a circular formation, with
two sets of dancers. One set of dancers holds two fans, Fourth Position
while the other set of dancers holds bamboo poles to
Arms: One arm raised in front as in 1st position; other
create a structure around the princess.
arm raised overhead.
10. THE KAPPA MALONG-MALONG DANCE
Feet: One foot in front of other foot of a pace distance.
Kappa Malong-Malong is a traditional Maranao dance
Fifth Position
performed by Muslims. Women typically wear malong, a
shawl, mantle, or head piece, while men wear a sash, Arms: Both arms raised overhead.
waist band, shorts, bahag, head gear, or turban, as was
historically done in the fields. This dance is also known as Feet: Heel of front foot close to big toe of rear foot.
Sambi sa Malong.

11. PANGALAY DANCE

Pangalay is a traditional dance from the southern

Philippines that is characterized by its graceful, flowing
movements. Accompanied by an ensemble of native
instruments, the hand movements of the dance are
inspired by the waves of the sea.

12. PAG-APIR DANCE

Pag-apir depicts a royal manner of walking among the

Maranao people. Ladies of the royal court demonstrate
their well-mannered and noble lineage by carefully
manipulating a fan, called Aper, while taking small steps
called Kini-kini.

 Dance is a way to tell stories, to remember our past

and to celebrate life.
 Through dance, we can bridge the gap between
generations and cultures, and create a shared
experience of joy and understanding.

FUNDAMENTALS OF ARMS AND FEET POSITION IN FOLK

DANCING

First Position

Arms: Both arms raised in a circle in front of chest with

the finger tips about an inch apart.

Feet: Heels close together, toes apart with an angle of

about 45 degrees.

Second Position

Arms: Both raised sideward with a graceful curve at

shoulder level.

Feet: Feet apart sideward of about a pace distance.

Third Position

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

arm raised upward.

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