PE & Health 3 Midterms

Dancing

One of the creative ways to get fit. It is something you can do at home, alone, or in a different venue with your friends or in a group. Like all exercises, it can also work wonders for your mental health, which is a critical element in ensuring one's overall well-being.

Dancing

to exercise the entire body as well as the mind. Learning and remembering various choreographies will enhance brain activity while continuous movements are excellent for physical well-being.

The origin of the dance is closely related to

Chanting, clapping of hands, slapping of thighs, tapping and stomping of feet since these were the first means of creating beats and rhythm.

Primitive people

They believed that dances bring magic. They celebrate every significant stage of life through dancing (birth, growing up, marriage, death, and others).They used their bodies for free dance movements to express their feelings and emotions. The rhythm as usually accompanied by excitement and an increase in speed.

Ballet

Modern Dance

Classical Dance

Folk Dance

Ethnic Dance

Ballroom Dance

The following are the most common or well known genres in Dancing

Ballet

The word ballet originated from the Latin word ballo, meaning "to dance." It has roots that date as far back as the 17th century during the reign of Louis XIV of France.

France and Russia

These 2 countries pioneered ballet dance as public entertainment, and it spread throughout Europe. Ballet’s art expressions rely on its precise and highly formalized set of steps and gestures.

en pointe (on toe)

With light, graceful, and fluid movements, ballet dancers perform this on the dancing area.

Modern Dance

This is also referred to as contemporary dance, and it is a dance that appeared starting in the 20th century. It is a present-day expression of dance with new movements and new rhythms to create artistic communication.

Folk Dance

This kind of dance interrelates drama, music, and dance. It tell stories based on legends and mythologies using gestures, masks, and elaborate make up. This dance may last for hours.

Folk Dance

A a traditional dance of a given country that evolved naturally with everyday activities and innumerable themes common to all its people. The steps and patterns are passed on from one generation to another.

Ethnic Dance

This is a dance form developed from an ethnic culture to depict its history, customs, and beliefs.

Ballroom Dance

dances that are commonly performed inside a ballroom. This is also known as social dance. This is a popular dance that has its roots in the 17th and 18th centuries when ballroom was danced in French courts for entertainment purposes only.

It makes use of aerobic and anaerobic movements

Dancing stretches your body and develops flexibility.

It makes use of aerobic and anaerobic movements

Dancing is a great form of exercise since it incorporates movement that are aerobics and anaerobic.

Sleep management

Stress management

Benefits of Dancing

Sleep management

Dancing is a good way to get the half hour of regular daily exercise that the body needs. Exercising through dancing can help improve and correct the natural sleep cycle. A good dance exercise during morning hours creates a natural cooling effect over time.

Stress management

During dancing, the brain releases neurotransmitters called endorphins, also known as the happy hormones, which serve to reduce anxiety and stress.

It uses the human body.

It communicates.

It is accompanied by rhythm.

It extends through force and space.

The following are the universal characteristics of dance

It uses the human body

The human body is used to execute sequences of movements to express the thoughts, emotions, and story of the performer.

It communicates

Dance is a powerful storyteller that enables its performers to channel their message and intensively express it through movements.

It is accompanied by rhythm.

The closest relationship between music and dance is it both contains rhythm. It is the repeated pattern of a beat. This is necessary because it gives emphasis to the movement of the dance and guides the performers to maintain the same beat.

It extends through force and space.

Force in dance refers to the quality of a performer's movement that creates feelings, variations, and interests. It is the area where the movements are executed or where the dance is performed. For example, during cheerdancing, the space provided by the dancers are utilized to produce big movements and variation in choreography. These are all important characteristics of dance.

The following are the most common or well known genres in Dancing

is an art form anchored on producing a fluid and impermanent performance. Choreographers and dancers have their own set of basic compositional elements that they need to consider when creating a dance routine.

the Five Elements of Dance Dance

the acronym B.A.S.T.E/ Body, Action, Space, Time, and Energy

1. Body (Who?)

In dance, the human body is the form seen by the audience.

2. Action (What?)

It is any movement during a dance performance. It refers to sequences, steps, and pauses during the dance. It may be improvised, choreographed, or passed down by tradition.

3. Space (Where?)

Where the performance takes place. There is a variation on how a dancer can utilize space throughout the performance. Dancers may modify their movements through pathways, directions, and level.

4. Time (When?)

The duration of the dancers' movements. It also refers to the relationship of one movement to another.

5. Energy (How?)

Refers to how movements happen during a dance performance. All dances use ____.

Different energies used in Dance

Sustained, Percussive, Vibratory, Swinging, Suspend, and Collapsing

1. Sustained

movements are done smoothly, continuously, and with flow and control. It does not have a clear beginning and ending.

2. Percussive

movements are explosive or sharp in contrast with sustained movements. They are accented with thrust of energy. They have a clear beginning and ending.

3. Vibratory

movement consist of trembling or shaking. A faster version of percussive movements that produces a jittery effect.

4. Swinging

movement trace a curved line or an arc in space. The movement are relaxed and giving in to gravity on the downward part of motion, followed by an upward application of energy.

5. Suspend

movements are perched in space or hanging on air. Holding a raised leg in any direction is an example of example of suspended movement.

6. Collapsing

movements are released in tension and gradually or abruptly giving in to gravity, letting the body descend to the floor.

First Position

For the ____position, form a V-shape with your feet by bringing your heels together to touch while keeping your toes away from each other.

Second Position

For the ____ position, move one foot sideward. Your feet should be parallel to each other while maintaining a distance of about 12 inches.

Third Position For the ____ position, bring your foot’s heel to touch the arch of your other foot, with both feet turned outward.

Fourth Position

In the ______ position, put your foot forward while the other foot still retains its position. The distance between the two feet should be about 12 inches.

Fifth Position

In the _____position, bring the heel of the foot in front to touch the toe of the other. Both feet should still be pointing outward.

First Position

For the ___ position, raise your arms into a circle in front of your chest. Your hands should be aligned in front of your chest with both arms slightly curved, and your fingertips should be at least 1 inch apart.

Second Position

For the ____ position, open your arms sideward at shoulder level.

Third Position

One arm is raised above your head, while the other arm maintains the second position. The arm that was raised should be slightly curved as well.

Fourth Position

In the ____ position, the arm in the second position would be raised forward in front of your chest again, similar to how it was in the first position. The arm that is lifted above your head will still maintain its position.

Fifth Position

For the fifth position, both arms should be lifted above your head, slightly curving. The posture is similar to that of the first position but raised above the head instead.

Itik-Itik

This dance is originated in from Surigao Del Norte. The steps mimic the way a duck walks, as well as the way itsplashes water on its back to attract a mate.

Itik-Itik

Was created by a lady named Kanang who choreographed the steps while dancing at a baptismal party.

“Itik”

“Itik-Itik” is derived from the Filipino word____ , means “Duck”

Tinikling

the Philippines' national dance. Imitate the movement of the tikling bird as it walks around through tall grass and between tree branches. The dance is originated in the Visayan Islands, particularly in the province of Leyte.

Tinikling

People perform the dance using bamboo poles. The dance is composed of three basic steps, which include singles, doubles and hops.

Tikling

Dance believed to have been inspired by the movements of the ______ bird (locally

Pandanggo sa Ilaw

Originated from Lubang Island, Mindoro. Reflects the ability to maintain composure and elegance even in challenging situations.

Fandango

Comes from the Spanish “________,” which means a lively dance, thus Pandanggo sa Ilaw" translates to "Dance with Light.”

Oil Lamps/ Tinghoy

The defining feature of Pandanggo sa Ilaw is the use of three lighted ______________." One lamp is balanced on the head, while the other two are balanced on the backs of the hands.

Pandanggo Oasiwas

Originates from Pagngasinan Province. Similar to the Pandanggo sa Ilaw, and is typically performed by fishermen to celebrate a good catch. In this version, the lamps are place in cloths or nets and swung around as the dancer’s circle and sway.

Oasiwas

means “to swing” in the Pangasinan language, which is a key element in this dance. Similar to the Pandanggo sa Ilaw, and is typically performed by fishermen to celebrate a good catch.

Maglalatik

Mock war dance that depicts a fight over coconut meat, a highly prized food. The dance is broken into four parts. Is a dance in the religious procession during the fiesta of Biñan as an offering to San Isidro de Labrador.

The Maglalatik is divided into four parts

Palipasan, Baligtaran, Paseo,and Sayaw Escaramusa

1. Palipasan

Represents the initial encounter or battle between the two groups

2. Baligtaran

Depicting the exchange of places or roles between the dancers, symbolizing a change in the course of the battle.

3. Paseo

Peaceful segment where the dancers reconcile and offer tribute to San Isidro.

4. Sayaw Escaramusa

The final part, which reenacts the fierce battle but ultimately leads to unity and peace.

Carinosa

Originated during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines. Dancers make a number of flirtatious movements as they hide behind fans or handkerchiefs and peek out at oneanother. The essence of the dance is the courtship between twosweethearts.

"Cariñosa"

comes from the Spanish word which means "affectionate" or "loving."

“Sayaw Ed Tapew na Bangko”

Sayaw sa Bangko or also known as _____________.

Sayaw sa Bangko

is a Philippine Folk Dance originated in Lingayen. An early documentation of the dance was done by Francisca Reyes Aquino, in the locality of Pangapisan, Lingayen. Typically performed by a pair of dancers and it involves a series of intricate steps, hops, and turns. It represents the resourcefulness and creativity of Filipinos, turning everyday objects like benches into elements of dance.

Festival Dance

Cultural dances performed to the strong beats of percussion instruments by a co mmunity of people sharing the same culture usually done in honor or thanksgiving of a bountiful harvest. This dance may be religious or secular in nature.

FESTIVALS IN LUZON

Pahiyas Festival, Panagbenga Festival, Bangus Festival, and Pagoda sa Wawa

1. Pahiyas Festival

Farm families decorate their houses with kiping or bright-colored rice wafers to thank San Isidro Labrador for a bountiful harvest. The festival is celebrated every May 15 and while it is commonly associated with Lucban, Quezon, it is also held in Sariaya and Tayabas.

2. Panagbenga Festival

The word panagbenga comes from a Kankanaey term which translates to "the season of bloom." The popular festival is held every February to celebrate the abundance of flowers in Baguio City. There are performances by tribes such as Igorots and Ibalois; their dances are inspired by their culture and the celebrated blooms.

3. Bangus Festival

This festival pays tribute to Dagupan City's biggest industry and eures various activities that highlight the milkfish or bangus, such as parades and competitions. It is held for 19 days in the month of April, ending on the 28th.

4. Pagoda sa Wawa

The fluvial pagoda festival commemorates the legendary rescue of the Holy Cross from the Bocaue River 200 years ago every first Sunday of July in Bocaue, Bulacan. The cross is paraded on a pagoda with beautiful trimmings and guided by colorful bancas and hundreds of people join the procession for a nine-day novena.

FESTIVALS IN VISAYAS

Sinulog Festival, Ati-Atihan Festival, Dinagyang Festival, Masskara Festival, Pintados Kasadyaan Festival, and Kadayawan Festival

1. Sinulog Festival

This is held every third Sunday of January in Cebu City. The festival honors the former patron saint of the Cebu province, Santo Niño. A dance ritual that remembers the Filipino people's pagan roots and their acceptance of the Christian faith.

1. Sinulog Festival

The dance usually consists of two steps forward and one step backward, performed to the beat of the drums.

sulog

Sinulog comes from the Cebuano adverb _______ which means "like water current movement." The meaning of the term perfectly describes the forward backward movement of the Sinulog dance.

2. Ati-Atihan Festival

It is celebrated every third week of January in honor of Santo Niño at Kalibo, Panay. Participants paint their faces, wear indigenous costumes, and dance to drum rhythm beats similar to the carnival drumming in Brazil.

3. Dinagyang Festival

The festival is for the Holy Child Jesus and is celebrated every fourth Sunday of January in Iloilo. It features a colorful parade as well as participants offering prayers, dances, and chants of "Viva Señor Santo Niño!" Ilonggos paint their bodies black to imitate the black, small slender Negritos who are the aborigines of Pinay. The warriors are dressed in fashionable and colorful Aeta costumes and dance artistically and rhythmically.

Dinagyang

is the Ilonggo word for merry- making

4. Masskara Festival

It is the Festival of Smiles from Bacolod City, Negros Occidental. Unlike other festivals, it is not religious or tribal in nature. Instead, the festival ironically has tragic roots.

Ely Santiago

A devoted painter, cartoonist, and cultural artist, coined the term masskara, which means many faces. It became the festival's trademark, which can be seen through the smiling masks worn by the participants.

mass and cara

The term masskara comes from two words: ____ meaning "crowd" and the Spanish _____, which means "face."

5. Pintados Kasadyaan Festival

It displays the rich cultural heritage and the native music and dances of the people of Leyte and Samar. A merry-making event that lasts for a whole month, the affair includes the Leyte Kasadyaan Festival of Festivals, the 17th Pintados Festival Ritual Dance Presentation, and the "Pagrayhak" Grand Parade.

5. Pintados Kasadyaan Festival

These are said to have begun from the feast day of Señor Santo Niño, held every June 29th. Since the Visayans are experienced in the art of tattooing, men and women decorate their bodies with tattoos

6. Kadayawan Festival

It is a yearly celebration in Davao City during the third week of August. It is a festivity of life, a thanksgiving for the gifts of nature, the wealth of culture, the bounties of harvest, and serenity of living. It also focuses on the multicolored mix of Davao and Mindanao's indigenous communities as well as migrant settlers. It was believed that Davao's ethnic tribes living at the foot of Mount Apo would meet during a bountiful harvest.

FESTIVALS IN MINDANAO

1. Tuna Festival

The yellow fin tuna fish abound in the waters that surround General Santos City, effectively making the city one of the leading producers of tuna around the world. The festival is celebrated every 5th day of September.

1. Tuna Festival

A celebration of everything tuna, this is the place to go when you want to taste tuna dishes. The tuna dish cooking contest is one of the most awaited activities in the festival.

2. Hermosa Festival

Every October, the scenic city of Zamboanga known as the "City of Flowers", celebrates its grand annual Zamboanga Hermosa Festival, or the popularly known as Fiesta Pilar with 12 days and nights of events and celebrations.

2. Hermosa Festival

The beautiful city of Zamboanga welcomes thousands to the region's biggest, most extravagant celebration of the year. The two-day celebration is mainly in honor of the miraculous image of Our Lady of the Pilar Nuestra Señoradel Pilar de Zaragosa. The people of Zamboanga passionately believe that the lady has served as their unifying cultural and historical symbol.

3. Lanzones Festival

This is held every third week of October and it is a four-day grand celebration that highlights lanzones, the most important souce of livelihood in Camiguin.

The Lanzones Festival in Mambadjao, Camiguin

Is celebrated with a weekend street dancing competition and parties, cultural shows, a parade, a beauty pageant (coronation of Mutya sa Buahanan), and a trade fair that features local handicraft and products. Houses, street poles, and even people are ornamented with lanzones during the festival.