This dance displays the Igorot women on their way to the river to fetch the daily water supply for thier familys.
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Also look at the clothing, Philippines being a very hot climate, plus the use of as little material as possible, the traditional clothing was not made to cover much of the body. Which is said to lead the tribe to victory. The tribes men would go out and look up and watch for the scared Idaw bird. Most common is this dance depicts the hunting ritual performed before a tribal war. This dance sometimes has many names and different versions. But in all the Cultural and Folk Dances from this region represents all different factions in one way or the other.ĭances of Luzon ( see side bar for pictures of many of the dances ) Northern most region of the Philippines, Luzon gets its Cultural influence from Hindu-Buddist, Spanish and many ethnic regilous tribes. " Cordillerea name also used for some parts the Luzon Region. " But sometimes that is considered degrading. LUZON - Consisting of the tribes such as Ifugao, Benquet, Kalinga, Bontoc, Apayo, Kalinga, sometimes these are call Igorot.
Many of the dances you will read about here were actuall activities or chores that the Filipino endured to survive the poor economy and state of the nation. As we explore each of the regions and styles, please remember alot of these Cultural and Folk dances represents hardships and daily back breaking tasks, that has turned into a art form. Lets take a trip through each region and explore the different styles, costumes, Dances and Talents from Each Region. With each region having different influence in thier arts, crafts, and ancestorical dances.
Each of these regions contain different languages,history, regligon, and traditions. The Philippines consist of 7107 islands, and is broken down in three groups of islands. "The Pearl of The Orient" boast of a varitey of Filipino Folk Dances. On the other hand, the Philippines will not be left behind. In the west the Americans have their Square Dance. In the east, the Chinese have their symbolic Dragon Dance, the Japanese have the ancestral dance Bon Odori. Countries in the world have their own cultures made more colorful, beautiful and vibrant because of Folk Dances that are reflection of who they are.
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