ALITAPTAP DANCE

A Philippine Folk dance that originated from the province of Batangas and is native to the Tagalogs. This dance mimics the movement of a firefly.

• Alitaptap Dance

• Itik-itik Dance

What is the time signature used in alitaptap dance?

• 2/4

• 3/4

What is the music used in alitaptap dance?

• Two parts: A and B

• Three parts: A, B, C

What is the costume for male used in alitaptap dance?

• Barong Tagalog and white trousers

• Balintawak costume

What is the costume for female used in alitaptap dance?

• Barong Tagalog and white trousers

• Balintawak costume

What is the formation used in alitaptap dance?

• Partners stand opposite each other about 6 feet apart.

• Partners are always facing each other.

What are the 4 figures/steps used in alitaptap dance? Enumerate. Type your answer below.