Basic Dance Steps in Folk Dance

What is Alitaptap folkdance?

How are the steps executed in dancing Alitaptap?

Know the significance of the dance by demonstrating and learning its history.

What is the dance Cariñosa all about?

What characteristics of Filipinos are shown in the dance?

Why do we need to learn the dance?

What attire do girls wear for the Cariñosa dance?

• Balintawak or patadyong and camisa

• Barong Tagalog and trousers

• Traditional Filipino dress

• Modern dance attire

What materials are used in the Cariñosa dance?

• Fan for girls, handkerchief for boys

• Flowers and ribbons

• Drums and flutes

• No materials needed

What is the time signature of the music for Cariñosa?

• 4/4 time signature

• 3/4 time signature

• 2/4 time signature

• 6/8 time signature

What is the basic step of the Cariñosa similar to?

• Tango

• Waltz

• Samba

• Cha-cha