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    Festival Dances

    Part 1: Brief History

    Festival dances have been around since the pre-colonial era of the Philippines. They served as ritual, prayers, and
    celebrations to the tribes living in the indigenous Philippines. These dances were often related to nature, agriculture,
    and rituals honoring their predecessors and gods.

    With the colonization of the Philippines by the Spanish, elements of Catholicism were integrated into these festival
    dances, resulting in new dance traditions that combined local and foreign influences. Many of these dances
    incorporated Christian themes and narratives.

    Today, festival dances continue to play an important role in Philippine culture, expressing the diversity, creativity, and
    resilience of the country. They preserve cultures and traditions. They foster community spirit, attracting tourists to
    experience the beauty and joy of the Philippines.

    Part2: Nature of Dance

    Festival Dances in the Philippines are colorful, lively, and vibrant showcasing culture and tradition. These dances are
    often performed during festivals and celebrations to express the rich heritage and history of different regions of the
    Philippines. They feature intricate footwork and dance moves. Each festival has its own unique style, moves, and
    atmosphere. Theses dances serve as a way for Filipinos to express and show their joy, unity, and identity through
    movement and music.

    There are 2 types of festival Dances, Religious and Non-Religious Dances.

    An example of a Religious Festival Dance:

    The Sinulog Festival Dance represents the current of the Pahina River in Cebu City. The Sinulog Festival is Celebrated
    every Third-Sunday of January honoring the Santo Nino(Child Jesus). The Sinulog Festival dance is a form of Ritual
    telling the story of the people’s acceptance of Christianity and rejecting their former animist belief.

    An example of a Non-religious Festival Dance:

    The Tawo-tawo Festival, it is a tourism and cultural event featuring street dances, competitions, live bands, legends,
    etc. It honors the scarecrow as a protector of Bayawan City. The heart of the fest is the Grand Street Dancing, featuring
    various symbols of farming culture such as the Water Buffalo (Carabao), Scarecrow (Tawo-tawo), Bird (Maya), and
    Farmers. The choreography depicts that of a farmer, and the joy and labor in the bountiful harvest, in which many
    farmers in the city experience.

    Part 3: Basic Steps and Skills

    1. Close step
    2. Bleking step
    3. Touch step
    4. Walk
    5. Change step
    6. Cross change step
    7. Hop step
    8. Mincing
    9. Cross step
    10. Heel-toe, change step

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