Module 1 OF 2 : PHILIPPINE FOLK DACNE

Session: WEEKS 3 TO 10 FIRST SEM

Name: _________________________________Grade/Section:_________________Date Submitted:________

MELC
 Discusses the phases of dance (Folk Dance) PEH12FH-Ia-19
 Engages in moderate to vigorous physical activities (MVPAs) for at least 60 minutes most days of the
week in a variety of settings in- and out-of school PEH12FH-Ia-t-8
I. OBJECTIVES: At the end of this module, students should be able to;
a. describe the different types of Philippine folk dances; 
b. explain the classification of folk dances;
c. do activities prepared related to the history of Philippine folk dance.
II. DEVELOPMENT: Introduction of Concepts.
PHILIPPINE FOLK DANCE
o Dance is a form of expression of oneself through rhythmic movement.
o Folk dances are the indigenous dances of any specific “folk” or common people. 
o Folk dance is the oldest form of dance and the earliest form of communication. The traditional dance of a
given country which evolved naturally and spontaneously with everyday activities. e.g. occupations,
customs, festivals, rituals 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 provinces.
o Francisca Reyes- Aquino is the Mother of Philippine Folk Dance because of her invaluable work as the first
researcher in Philippine Folk dancing.
o Lopez (2006) further stated that Philippine folk dance, to be called such, should have the following
characteristics:
o It is traditional.
o It has an expressive behavior.
o Simple, basic rhythm dominates the folk dance and establishes the pattern of movement.
o It is created by an unknown choreographer or through communal efforts.
o It performs a function in the life of the (folk) people. 

Ethnic dances or ethnological dances are folk dances performed in indigenous tribes and have retained their
close kinship with religious ritual and community custom.
5 MAJOR CLASSIFICATIONS OF PHILIPPINE FOLK DANCES
o Cordillera Dances
o Spanish Influenced Dances
o Muslim Dances
o Tribal Dances
o Rural Dances 
CORDILLERA DANCES SPANISH INFLUENCED DANCES
o Bontoc, Ifugao, Benguet, Apayo, & Kalinga o Philippine aristocrats created Filipino
tribes. adaptations
o A people whose way of life existed long of European dances
before any o Jotas, fandanggos, mazurkas, waltzes
o Dances reflects rituals Spaniard or other o Danced by young
which celebrate o Dances reflects socialites to the
their foreigners stepped daily lives - a good Christianity,
foot on the harvest, health, peace, Philippines and stringed music of European art and the
war, and other. rondalla culture 
o Gongs, ganza symbols of living 

RURAL DANCES
o Shows gaiety & laughter, festivities
o Performed in fiestas to honor patron saints
give homage to the barrios namesake for a good harvest, health, &
o Reflects the simple life of perseverance the people in the barrio
o Indigenous materials,
o Depicts common work, clapping, rondalla, daily activities
of the percussion peasants instruments 
 TRIBAL DANCES MUSLIM DANCES
o Intricate craftsmanship in metal, clothing, and jewelry o Influenced by Malay, Javanese
o Reflects rituals & animals, belief in “spirits” & shamans, & Middle Eastern Traders (Islam)
o Also known as Ethnic nature – “anito” dances; Ethnic o Mysticism, royalty, and beauty
minorities o Uses intricate hand & arm movement
o Animal sounds, found in different parts of human singing, o The fingers express feelings & emotions
the Philippines o Uses shimmering costumes 
(T’boli, Bilaan, Manobo, Bagobo, indigenous materials e

COSTUMES INPHILIPPINEFOLK DANCE

Typical Spanish Elite Female: MARIA CLARA Male: Barong Tagalog & Black Pants 
Rural (Tagalog)Female: BALINTAWAK with soft panuelo & taps
Male: Camisa de Chino & trousers of different colors 
Rural (Visayan) Female: Kimona & Patadyong with soft kerchief
Male: Barong or Camisa de Chino and trousers of any color 
Cordillera/Tribal Male:- G-string, short jacket & shoulder band, feathered head dresses - “bahag”
Females:- Hinabi na tela (hablon)- Accessories (beads) 
Muslim  “Sigpit” or “Sablay”, patadyong, Malong, pants 
Rural (Ilocano)“Chambra” – blouse“Siesgo” – A-line skirt 

III. EXAMPLE/SITUATION
o Cordillera Dances Bontoc – “Pattong”Kalinga – “Banga” 
o Spanish Influenced Dances “Jota” “Habanera” 
o Muslim Dances Maranao – “Singkil”Tausug – “Pangalay” 
o Tribal Dances T’boli – “Madal Tahaw”Manobo – “Bangkakaw” 
o Rural Dances “Maglalatik”,“Saut sa Rarug” ,“Oasioas” 

IV. EXERCISES
1. MATCHING TYPE: Match the description in column A with the classification of Philippine folk dances in
column B. Write the answer on the space provided before the number.
A B
1. Influenced by Malay, Javanese A. TRIBAL DANCE
& Middle Eastern Traders (Islam) B. MUSLIM DANCE
2. Mysticism, royalty, and beauty C. RURAL DANCE
3. Intricate craftsmanship in metal, clothing, and jewelry D. CORDILLERA DANCE
4. Reflects rituals & animals, belief in “spirits” & shamans, E. SPANISHED
5. Bontoc, Ifugao, Benguet, Apayo, & Kalinga tribes. INFLUENCED DANCE
6. Gongs, ganza symbols of living 
7. Shows gaiety & laughter, festivities
8. Performed in fiestas to honor patron saints
9. Philippine aristocrats created Filipino adaptations of European
dances
10. Jotas, fandanggos, mazurkas, waltzes

2. MULTIPLE CHOICE: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write the answer on the space provided
before the number.
_____1. She is the Mother of Philippine Folk Dance because of her invaluable work as the
first researcher in Philippine Folk dancing.
A. Francisca Reyes- Aquino B. Josefa Llanes Escoda
B. Aetas D. Mother Theresa
_____2. These are the dances influenced by Spanish.
A. Pattong Kalinga – Banga C. Maglalatik – Saut sa raug
B. Singkil- Pangalay D. Jota Habanera
_____3. Which of the following characteristics of Philippines folk dance does not belong to the group?
A. It is traditional.
B. It has an expressive behavior.
C. It performs a function in the life of the (folk) people. 
D. It is originated from other countries.
_____4. Which of the following is the typical Spanish elite female
A. Chambra” – blouse“Siesgo” C. Maria Clara
B. Sigpit” or “Sablay”, patadyong D. Kimona and Patadyong
_____5. It is the oldest form of dance and the earliest form of communication. The traditional dance of a given
country which evolved naturally and spontaneously with everyday activities. e.g. occupations, customs,
festivals, rituals.
A. Social Dance C. Folk Dance
B. Ballet Dance D. Interpretative Dance

V. APPLICATION
1. Draw the male and female costume according to its classification of Philippine folk dances.

2. Give at least five dances and describe according to the major classification of Philippine folk dances.
Classification of Folk Dances Examples/ Description

Cordillera Dances

Spanish Influenced

Muslim Dances

Tribal Dances

Rural Dances

3. Essay : If you are a member of an indigenous group, 

1. How would you help preserve your culture through dances in this current societal setting; and
2. Is it acceptable for non-members of your group to learn and practice your dances? Why or why not?
3. Create at least one minute in any of five classification of Philippine folk dance video with improvised
costume.