1. Lesson 5. Dances of the Tribal or Lesser Known
Groups
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2. Introduction
The dances of tribal or lesser-known groups often have a spiritual or
religious significance and are performed on various occasions, such
as festivals, weddings, and funerals. These dances are usually
performed in groups and involve intricate body movements,
gestures, and expressions that convey a story or a message.
3. Many of these dances involve the use of traditional instruments
such as drums, flutes, and bells, which add to the rhythmic and
lively nature of the performances. The costumes worn during these
dances are often colorful and made from locally available materials
such as feathers, animal skins, and beads.
Introduction
4. Introduction
Dances of tribal or lesser-known groups are not only a
form of entertainment but also serve as a
means of preserving their cultural heritage and passing on
their traditions to future generations.
These dances have a unique charm and beauty that is often
overlooked and deserve recognition and
appreciation for their contribution to human culture.
5. Tribal Dances
(mga katutubong sayaw)
Mindanao, the Philippines'
southernmost island,
is the country's cultural melting pot. It
houses
influences from Spain, China, Indonesia,
and the
Middle East. Although Mindanao carries a
strong flavor from other lands, there are
people who have lived there before it
became a breeding ground of foreign
trade. Tribes such as the T'boli, Bilaan,
Manobo, Bagobo, and other groups
6. Like their Northern Luzon counterparts, these groups honor
pagan gods for the fruits and
trials of daily life. What distinguishes them from other tribes in the
Philippines is their
intricate craftsmanship in metal, clothing, and jewelry.
These tribes pride themselves in their
concept of beauty and are known for creating colorful sets of jewelry
and clothing out of
dyed pineapple and banana fibers with are showcased in their
traditional dances.
7. Malakas at Maganda
(a national folklore)
Cradled amidst thick rain forest, shrouded
with the
mists of legend and ancient traditions,
one folklore
has it that a weary bird perched on a
large bamboo
heard strange noises inside. It pecked the
bamboo,
split open and from inside came the first
man and woman, Malakas the strong,
9. Kadal Tahaw
Tribe: T'boli
Origin: Lake Cebu, South
Cotabato
A bird dance performed
by the T'boli during
planting
and harvesting which
simulates the flights and
hops of
the tahaw bird.
10. Binaylan
Tribe: Higaonon
Origin: Agusan
The Bagobo tribe from the central uplands of Mindanao
originated this dance which imitates the movement of a
hen, her banog, or baby chicks, and a hawk. The hawk is
sacred, and it is believed that the hawk has the power
over the well-being of the tribe. The hawk tries to capture
one of the chicks and is killed by the hunters.
11. Bagobo Rice Cycle
This Bagobo tribal dance protrays the cycle
of planting and harvesting of rice.
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SUMMARY:
Dances of tribal or lesser-known groups are a significant part of
their cultural identity
and are performed on various occasions, conveying spiritual or
religious messages.
These dances involve intricate body movements, gestures, and
expressions, often
accompanied by traditional instruments such as drums, flutes, and
bells. The costumes
worn during these dances are colorful and made from locally
available materials. These
dances serve as a means of preserving cultural heritage and passing
on traditions to
14. Answer the following question below.
1. It is a dance of thanksgiving.
2. This tribal dance protrays the cycle of planting and
harvesting of rice.
3. Dancers perform a simulation of movement of birds.
4. A bird dance performed by the T'boli during planting and
harvesting which simulates
the flights and hops of the tahaw bird.
5. This dance which imitates the movement of a hen, her
banog, or baby chicks, and a
hawk.
