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The document provides an overview of various dance concepts, including rhythm, types of dances (social, ballroom, folk), and fundamental positions for arms and feet. It highlights the importance of rhythm in dance, outlines different movement qualities, and details the values of notes and time signatures. Additionally, it recognizes Francisca Reyes-Aquino's contributions to Philippine folk dance and education.

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PATHFIT Advance Study Reviewer

The document provides an overview of various dance concepts, including rhythm, types of dances (social, ballroom, folk), and fundamental positions for arms and feet. It highlights the importance of rhythm in dance, outlines different movement qualities, and details the values of notes and time signatures. Additionally, it recognizes Francisca Reyes-Aquino's contributions to Philippine folk dance and education.

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PATHFIT Advance Study Reviewer

Rhythm

Definition: A pattern of movement or sound in time.

Importance: Guides timing and coordination.

Example: Marching to a drumbeat, clapping to the beat.

Change Step

Used to shift weight from one foot to another.

Example: Step right, close left beside right, step right again.

Close Step

Bringing one foot close to the other.

Purpose: To transition smoothly.

Example: Step left to side, close right beside.

Creative Rhythm

Freestyle movements that match the music.

Importance: Encourages expression.

Example: Improvised steps or claps.

Social and Ballroom Dance

Social Dance: For recreation and socialization (e.g., Cha-cha, Swing).


Ballroom Dance: Formal partner dances (e.g., Waltz, Tango).

Folk Dance

Definition: Traditional dances reflecting community life and culture.

Examples: Tinikling, Cariñosa, Maglalatik.

Classifications of PH Dances

1. Cordillera: Mountain region dances (e.g., Tadek)

2. Maria Clara: Spanish-influenced (e.g., Pandanggo)

3. Muslim: Mindanao dances (e.g., Pangalay)

4. Tribal/Ethnic: Indigenous groups (e.g., Idudu)

5. Rural: Countryside dances (e.g., Sayaw sa Bangko).

Fundamental Positions

Arms:

1st - Rounded in front

2nd - Extended sideward

3rd - One arm front, one side

4th - One arm overhead, one front

5th - Both arms overhead

Feet:

1st - Heels together

2nd - Feet apart

3rd - Heel to instep

4th - One foot forward

5th - Toe to heel.

Values of Notes & Time Signatures

2/4 Time Signature:

Quarter Note = 1 count


Eighth Note = 1/2 count

Counting System:

2/4 - 1, 2

3/4 - 1, 2, 3

4/4 - 1, 2, 3, 4

Note Patterns in 2/4

Common Dance Patterns:

Step-Brush: 1 (step), & (brush)

Step-Close-Step: 1 (step), & (close), 2 (step)

Step-Point: 1 (step), 2 (point)

Elements of Movement Phase

1. Preparation: Ready position

2. Execution: Perform the step

3. Recovery: Return to position or stop

Movement Qualities

Percussive: Sharp (e.g., stomping)

Sustained: Smooth (e.g., slow wave)

Vibratory: Shaking (e.g., shoulders)

Swinging: Swaying (e.g., arms side to side)

Suspended: Pausing at peak (e.g., jump freeze)

Elements of Rhythm

1. Beat: Regular pulse

2. Tempo: Speed of beats

3. Meter: Grouping of beats (e.g., 2/4, 3/4)

4. Accent: Stronger emphasis on beats

5. Pattern: Arrangement of movements in time


Additional Folk Dance Steps in 2/4

Francisca Cariño Style:

Heel-Toe Step: Heel forward (1), Toe to side (2)

Brush Step: Brush forward (1), Step (2)

Step-Point: Step (1), Point other foot (2)

Francisca Reyes-Aquino

Known as the Mother of Philippine Folk Dance.

- Collected and preserved native dances.PATHFIT Advance Study Reviewer

- Author of 'Philippine Folk Dances and Games' (1926).

- Introduced folk dances to schools and PE classes.

- Recognized as National Artist for Dance in 1973.

Her work is the reason we study folk dance today.

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