REVIEWER FOR P.E 3
DANCE - It involves a successive group of bodily movements and steps rhythmically performs and timed to music.
MOVEMENTS - It is the act or process of moving, especially changing position, location and posture.
RHYTHM - It is a measured motion characterized basically by recurrences of elements or features as beats, sounds, or accents.
SPACE - It refers to the space through which the dancer's body moves.
GENERAL SPACE - It refers to the overall area or environment within which movement or activities take place.
PERSONAL SPACE - It is the area around a person that they consider their own, where they feel comfortable and safe from others being too close.
FUNDAMENTAL MOVEMENTS - These are a specific set of gross motor skills that involve different body parts.
LOCOMOTOR MOVEMENTS - These are movements that allow you to change your location
- WALKING - a regular pace of the feet. A simple transfer of the weight from one foot to the other
- RUNNING - a fast walk or an increased speed in walking by lifting the foot off the contact floor or ground.
- HOPPING - the weight of the body on one foot spring on that same foot.
- LEAPING - with the weight of the body on one foot, spring on one foot and land on the other foot.
- SLIDING - full contact of the foot on the floor by gliding or a slide.
- GALLOPING - a combination of a step (full transfer of weight on one foot) and a cut by the transfer of weight to the other foot.
- SKIPPING - a combination of a step and a hop on a fast tempo.
NON-LOCOMOTOR MOVEMENTS - These are movements that involve moving the body without moving from one place to another place.
- EXTENSION – –this is done by straightening or stretching any part of the body from a joint
- FLEXION - – these are the movement around any joint
- ROTATION - turning, twisting or circling a body part while the base stays stationary.
- PENDULAR - moving a body part side-to-side, forward and back like a pendulum.
- PERCUSSIIVE - movement of striking, hitting, pulling or pushing.
- VIBRATORY - the shaking of body parts or beating movements that produces vibrating.
- SUSTAINED - a smooth flowing movement contained in a balanced position.
MANIPULATIVE MOVEMENTS - These are movements that involve both the body and an object. They are the movements most associated with games and sports.
REASONS WHY PEOPLE DANCE
- It is used in worship.
- it plays a role in courtship.
- it is an expression of joy in one feels.
- it serves to entertain others.
- it provides personal and effectiveness of communication
3 GENERAL FACTOR AFFECTING MOVEMENT
- PSYCHOLOGICAL MOVEMENTS - Phenomena such as fear, anxiety and self-confidence affect the movement either positive or negative. All those may somehow affect the performance of an individual.
- PHYSIOLOGICAL FACTOR - Physical Fitness and body built are two main concerns that effect the human movement. Poor muscle development and low fitness level will surely affect the movement.
- SOCIOLOGICAL FACTOR - These refer to the relationship of the performer to the group regarding social conformity and norms.
ELEMENTS OF DANCE
- THEME - A theme in dance is a central idea or message that is conveyed through the movement, music, and other elements of the dance.
- MOVEMENT – it is the act or process of moving especially changing position, location, and posture.
- STEPS - includes the locomotor, non-locomotor and manipulative movements.
- GESTURES - express motions or ideas in sign language
- FACIAL EXPRESSION - to express feelings.
- TECHNIQUE - Technique in dance is the foundation of all movement. It is the mastery of the basic skills and principles that allow dancers to move with precision, control, and grace.
- MUSIC - It provides the rhythm and tempo for the movement, and it can also help to create the mood and atmosphere of the dance.
- PROPS - can be anything that the dancers manipulate or use during their performance.
- COSTUME – It is worn by the dancer or performer. It can also be used to enhance the visual appeal of a dance performance and to create a specific mood or atmosphere.
- CHOREOGRAPHY - Forms and arrangement of a dance. Connected with the steps and movement on how a dance must be performed.
- SCENERY - The setting or background establishing the place of action of any dance to make more realistic and beautiful.
CLASSIFICATIONS OF DANCE
- CONTEMPORARY DANCE - Contemporary dance is a more recent genre of dance that emerged in the mid-20th century. It is influenced by modern dance, but it also incorporates elements from other dance forms, such as ballet, jazz, and hip hop.
- POPULAR DANCE - refers to dance styles that are widely enjoyed and practiced by the general public.
- FOLK DANCE
- It is a type of dance that is performed by people of a particular culture or region. It is often passed down from generation to generation, and it is often used to express the culture's values and traditions.
- These dances are specific to a particular region or community. They may reflect the unique culture and traditions of that region or community.
- TRIBAL DANCE - It is a dance that is performed by Indigenous people, or people who live in traditional societies that are often closely connected to nature.
- BALLROOM DANCE - type of partner dance that is performed in pairs and follows a set of rules and patterns. It is often performed in formal settings, such as ballrooms and dance halls.
- STANDARD DANCE – a type of ballroom dance that is characterized by their smooth and elegant movements.
- LATIN DANCE - a type of ballroom dance that is characterized by their upbeat rhythms and sensual movements.
- CHEER DANCE - It is typically performed by teams of dancers, and it often includes stunts, jumps, and tumbling.
- FESTIVAL DANCE - dance that is performed at festivals and other cultural events. It is often characterized by its energetic and upbeat movements, and it is often performed in groups.
FOLK DANCE
-The oldest form of dance and earliest form of communication.
- The traditional dance of a given country which evolved naturally and spontaneously with everyday activities.
- It is handed down from generation to generation
- It has more or less a fixed movement in their pattern but may differ in various areas or province
CHARACTERISTICS OF FOLK DANCE
- In general, DANCERS STAND APART
- HAND MOVEMENTS plays an important part
- Most dance in folk dance are in a LONG FORMATION
- BEGIN AND END WITH SALUDO
- WAR DANCES ARE FOUND AMONG NON-CHRISTIAN TRIBES
2 GEOGRAPHICAL CLASSIFICATIONS OF FOLK DANCE
- NATIONAL DANCES - These dances are performed throughout a country or region, with little or no modification.
- CARINOSA – means affectionate one, representing the courting phase of a romantic relationship using handkerchiefs and fans.
- RIGODON DE HONOR – Is a formal dance that is often performed at ball, galas, and other special occasions.
- LA JOTA MANILENIA – Named after the capital city of the Philippines, Manila, it is performed using clacking bamboo castanets.
- LOCAL/RURAL DANCES - These dances are specific to a particular region or community. They may reflect the unique culture and traditions of that region or community
- PANDANGGO SA ILAW – this dance of lights simulates fireflies in the night by balancing lighted cups.
- TINIKLING - Tinikling dance imitates the movement of a tikling bird.
- SUBLI – religious folk dance that is devoted to performed in honor of the Mahal na Poong Santa Cruz.