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Philippine Ethnic Dance Traditions by Terrence Cruz is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Ethnic dances among indigenous groups in the Philippines serve important spiritual and social functions in their communities. There are three main types of dances: ritual dances that connect the material and spiritual worlds and are led by shamans; life-cycle dances that celebrate important events like birth and marriage; and occupational dances that transform work into performance. Ritual dances in particular are integral to sustaining the spiritual life of communities and enacting rites to ensure prosperi
- Author
- Terrence Cruz
- Language
- EN