Pangalay

Tribe: Badjao
Origin: Zamboanga del
Sur
A pangalay native to
the Badjao, sometimes
Pangalay
known as the "Sea
Gypsies." Pangalay is a
dance that emphasizes
the agility of the upper
body. The rhythmic
bounce of the shoulder
with simultaneous
alternating waving of
arms are the basic
movement of this
dance. The pangalay is
commonly performed at
weddings and other
social gatherings.
 Burung-Talo
Origin: Tausug

A form of self
defense. The
dance like
movements show
a fight between a
hawk and a cat

The dance is a unique fighting

dance in a form of the martial arts
by the Tausug tribe. Performers
demonstrate a battle between hawk
and a cat. which their is an
acrobatic movements and tough
facial expressions, this dance is
highlighted with the accompanying
energetic beat of drums and gongs
 Asik
Tribe: Maguindanao
Origin: Lanao del Sur
A solo slave dance performed by the umbrella-
bearing attendant to win the favor of her sultan
master. The girl wears long metal fingernails and
dances and poses in doll-like motions. Asik usually
precedes a performance of Singkil.
 Singkil
Tribe:Maranao
Origin: Lanao, Mindanao

Sinkil dance takes its name from the bells worn on the ankles of the Muslim princess. Perhaps one of the
oldest of truly Filipino dances, the Singkil recounts the epic legend of the "Darangan" of the Maranao
people of Mindanao. This epic, written sometime in the 14th century, tells the fateful story of Princess
Gandingan, who was caught in the middle of a forest during an earthquake caused by the diwatas, or
fairies or nymph of the forest.

The rhythmic clapping of criss-crossed bamboo poles represent the trees that were falling, which she
gracefully avoids. Her slave loyally accompanies her throughout her ordeal. Finally, she is saved by the
prince. Dancers wearing solemn faces and maintaining a dignified pose being dancing at a slow pace
which soon progresses to a faster tempo skillfully manipulate apir, or fans which represent the winds that
prove to be auspicious. The dancers weave expertly through criss-crossed bamboos.

When performed by ladies of the royalty of Lanao, the dancer is usually accompanied by a waiting lady,
who holds a beautifully decorated umbrella over the Princess' head wherever she goes. Royal princesses
to this day in the Sulu Archipelago are required to learn this most difficult and noble dance.

Singkil

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 Tahing Baila
Tribe: Yakan
Yakan dance for a bountiful fish catch
where they imitate their movements
 Pangsak
Tribe:
Yakan
Origin:
Basilan
The Yakan are a

Pangsak Muslim ethnic

group in the
highlands of
Mindanao. They
wear elaborately
woven costumes
tightly on their
bodies. Their
dances involve
complicated hand
and foot
movements. In
(click on the image) this dance, a man
unties a wrap
from his wife-to-
be's waist to wrap
around her body
and dance with.
Both of their faces
are dotted with
white paint, to
hide their identity
from evil spirits.
 Pangalay ha Pattong

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Pangalay ha Pattong
Tribe: Badjao

A royal couple balance perilously on top of bamboo poles imitating the movements of the picturesque
southern boat (the vinta) with colorful sails gliding across the Sulu Sea.
 PAKIRING
A variant of the dance called Pakiring is popular among the people of
Mindanao, Sulu and Sabah. The dance emphasizes the movement of the hips
(kiring-kiring).[ also called kendeng-kendeng in Tagalog speakers of Central
Luzon.

In the Philippines, a traditional song called Kiriring Pakiriring is often

accompany with the dancing butterfly. The lyric of song is the Sinama age and
are thought to have originated from Simunul where the language is often
spoken. The songs were late popular when it was re-recorded by Ligaya
Fernando-Amilbangsa, a Ramon Magsaysay Awardee who understand the
titles, Dayang Dayang; however some of lyrics have been changed and
considered mainly to be largely gibberish since the altered words has no
meaning behind them and were not related to any dialect or adage.[citation needed]
The meaning of its name is lived to be referring to Hadji Dayang Dayang
Piandao, the first lady of Sulu, since the word dalay-dalay was a title given
only to the stepdaughters of the Sultan.[3][4][5] Today, the version is widely
known across the Philippines rather than the original but its origin and the artist
who originally recorded it remains a mystery.[citation needed]
 Pagapir
Tribe: Maranao
Origin: Lanao del Sur

Pagaper depicts a royal manner of "walking" among the Maranao people who live
mainly around Lake Lanao. Ladies of the royal court perform this stately dance in
Pagapir
preparation for an important event. The ladies gracefully manipulate the Aper (apir)
or fan, while emphasizing their small steps, or "kini-kini", which is a sign of good
upbringing.

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 Sagayan
Tribe:
Maguindanao
Origin:
Cotabato

Performed by very
fierce warriors
carrying a shield
elaborately
painted with
curlicues, rounds,
twirls and mirrors
which are
attached with shell
noisemakers. In

Sagayan
their other hand,
they carry a
double-bladed
sword (kampilan)
of metal or wood.
Sagayan dancers
are dressed in
three tiered skirts,
brightly colored
topper and
headgear
embellished with
all the imaginable
colors of twine
trimmings formed
into flowers, balls,
sunbursts etc.
Long, yellow
playful tassels
almost hiding the
(click on the image)
face surround the
headgear.

The dance
involves leaping,
turning, jumping,
kicking and the
rolling movements
of a warrior ready
to defend his
master in battle.
Kamanyang fumes
inhaled by the
sagayan moves
him to perform in
a magic-like
trance. On most
 occasions, this
dance is
performed before
any celebration or
gathering to drive
away evil spirits
(tunong) and to
welcome good
fortunes or omen.

Kapa Malong Malong

Also called Sambi sa Malong, this Maranao dance shows the

many ways of wearing a malong, a simple tubular yet highly
functional piece of cloth. The traditional women’s version shows this cloth of countless
colorful designs; used mostly as a skirt, woven in many different ways, depending on
the purpose of the wearer. Other ways the women wear malong is as a shawl, a
mantle, or a head-piece.

During more recent dance documentation, a men’s version was derived. This version
shows in masculine rendition, how men don the malong—displaying its use as a sash
or waist-band, shorts or bahag, and a head-gear that can be either functional while
working in the fields, or decorative as a turban.

Kapa Malong Malong

 Pangalay sa Agong
Origin: Tausug - Sulu

A variation of the Tausug's traditional dance, Pangalay, two warriors vie for the
attention of a lass both using gongs to show their prowess and skill.
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Magigal-Paunjalay
Native to the Yakan tribe of Basilan island, “Igal�? is the Yakan word for “dance�?.
This is a pre-nuptial dance, performed before the wedding ceremony. Both the bride and
groom dot their faces with white paint in order to conceal their identity from evil

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Pangalay Badjao
Pangalay is the general term referring to dance in the Sulu Archipelago. Movements
particular to pangalay include controlled arm and hand movements. The Badjao people
inspire this particular dance piece, as researched and developed for the stage by Rudi C

Pangsat/Pindulas
Pindulas refers to the Yakan newlyweds dance. Movements are similar to the Pangalay of
the Tausug tribe. Pindulas is performed during the Pangsat (or wedding).
Pangsat/Pindulas was researched and developed for the stage by the
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Vinta/Mangalay
"Vinta" refers to the boat; Royal figures balance atop the bamboo poles, which portray
the movement of the vinta across the Sulu Sea. This dance portrays the Philippine
Muslims’ deep relationship with the sea. In Mangalay, the dancers use their arms to p
Dance : Kini Kini

Kini means the Royal Walk. Maranao women performed this dance with scarves. The beauty of the
scarve and the talent and grace in which it is displayed. Shows their elite social upbringing.