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Movements are done in space. In fact, there are two kinds of space which an individual can explore-personal and general space. Personal Space is the space that a person can reach by bending, stretching, twisting, etc. While, general space is the area, which includes one or more persons moving in space.

Here are the elements of movements in space:

Direction
Line of motion-forward, backward, sideward, diagonal, turning, circular.
Focus- use of the eyes or a body part, such as leg, to emphasize a point of attention.

Range
Distance covered- by locomotion and degree, number of actions in axial movements from narrow to board.

Levels
Low, Medium, High
Body Facing and Alignment
Front, side, diagonal, back, up, and down




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These are the four elements of dance:

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A dance usually tells a story, conveys an emotion, or expresses an attitude. The dance uses bodily movements and gestures to communicate to the audience.

Movement
This is the fundamental element of dance. Movements are the means by which the dancer can manifest her emotions and inner feelings to the audience. Movements maybe slow, fast or they may accelerate or slow down.

Music
Music should relate to the dance for which it was created. It should not be just an aid to the rhythmic movement of the dancers.

Spectacle
The music and sequence of movements by the dancers cast a kind of spell upon the audience. The scenery and the costumes contribute to the dazzling spectacle and mesmerize the audience. The dance and the play both utilize costumes and scenery to delight the audience.



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Formations are very important and it adds beauty to the dance. Formation may vary or change after each figure in a dance. The following formations are recommended for variations.

1. Single circle (facing clockwise)
2. Single circle (facing counter clockwise)
3. Single circle (facing center)
4. Single circle (facing partner)
5. Double circle (partners facing clockwise)
6. Double circle (partners standing side by side and counter clockwise)
7. Double circle formation (partners facing each other)
8. Square or Quadrille formation
9. Double lines (facing audience)
10. Double line (partners facing)
11. Semi-circle or half moon
12. Diagonal formation

Dancing is easy if you know the step pattern and the rhythmic pattern of each dance step in a given time signature.

Here are common dance steps in our folk dances:

1. Bleking
2. Touch Step
3. Change Step
4. Cross Change Step
5. Close Step
6. Heel and Toe Change Step
7. Plain Polka
8. Hop Step
9. Swing Step
10. Slide Step
11. Mincing Step
12. Shuffling Step
13. Contraganza
14. Waltz
15. Waltz Balance
16. MazurkaCross
17. Waltz
18. Redoba
19. Sway Balance Series
20. Engano Series

• The sway balance steps are done diagonally forward and the third diagonally backward.
• The engano steps are done sideways in all the series.

• Festival Dances - These dances are suitable for special occasions or any social gathering.
• Ceremonial or Religious Dances - These dances are performed in connection with religious vows and ceremonies.
• Occupational Dances - These dances depict action of certain occupation, industry, or human labor.
• Courtship Dances - These dances portray love-making or affection belonging to this classification.
• War Dances - These dances are representation of performers illustrating struggle in a combat or duel.
• Interpretative or Creative Dances - These dances depict movements of animals and things around us.  

 

Very expressive movements of the feet and arms characterize Philippine folk dances. These movements are a combination of the five fundamental positions of the arms and feet whether the pace of the dance steps is slow or fast.

Arms Positions:

square pants spongebob An artwork credit goes to Ms. Claire Rama

1. Decide on a form/design. You may choose an Egyptian, Greek, Roman or even Disney Character form.
2. Cover the table with newspaper and place your materials on it.
3. Outline the form of the object by sketching on the surface of the Styrofoam.
4. Carve the design by cutting out the portions of the styrfoam to make the fom stand out. Then, polish the form with fine sandpaper.

I have noticed during spare time, most of the children or teenagers are busy chatting and playing with laptops or iPod. In new generation, students may not enjoy simple conversation or games. They want virtual and manipulative one. They are so much crazy about internet Match 3 Games.

What really keep them crazy and regularly on line? I asked one of my students named Paul. He explained to me that Online Match 3 Games are fun and exciting. He explained further that once you play it, you are looking forward to the next level/stages, level-up, and strive on winning the games.

Yes, it is true. I tried playing one of its featured on line games and it kept me busy. I even forgot my work assignments while playing. Actually, there are also benefits that we can get from playing on-line games like strategies, speed, analysis, etc. I like online games they offer free Download Match 3 Games and it is for free to choose character. Indeed, you can access on line games anywhere and anytime of the day.



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Rain or shine, sinulog contest continues...and now the most awaited part of the celebration, the proclamation, and announcement of winners in different categories (sinulog 2011).


Tribu Himag-Ulaw – Placer Masbate (Photo credit goes to Tribu Himag-Ulaw)

Flute Chords using So-fa Names:

Meteor Rain

mi re mi so to
Do Do Re Mi Fa Re Mi Do
la so la so la so do so mi
mi re mi so ti
Do Do Re Mi Fa Re Mi Do

Do ti la Re Do ti la Do

Repeat


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Yearly the prices of commodities are getting higher and inflation takes place. The new discovery or invention of technology and gadgets are rampant. However, within the year prices devaluate because of exceeding supplies over demands. While acquiring gold and real estate, the value never devaluates. Indeed, the value increases as days passed.

Last December 2010, I bought a gold necklace as a Christmas gift for myself. I am amazed of the gold price soaring high. I realized that gold is a good asset because the price of gold never depreciates. Since it is a good investment, we should also learn to spot gold expertly so that we will not be deceived.

Nowadays, there are lots of fake gold distributed on sale and easily available even on sidewalk area. So, let the gold spot experts give you an advice about the latest updates of the value of gold and let them do the rest available on line.


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Flute Chords using So-fa Names:

Our Father

so so so Do ti la la so
do re mi fa fa mi
ti la la so Mi Re Do ti
ti Do la fa so

do re do
fa mi la sol do fa fa mi
so so la la la ti
fi la mi mi mi ri

ri mi mi mi mi mi so fa
fa fa fa fa fa la so
so Do ti Do
Mi Re Do Do Mi Re

Do Do Fa Mi Re So Do
Re Re Do
fa mi re do
mi re do




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I had a student before named Stella. She is an academic scholar, hardworking and with good moral character yet in low profile. She shared to me that when she finished high school, she wanted to become a registered nurse someday.

After five long years, we met. I happened to visit my aunt who was sick and confined in the hospital. A girl in a white uniform called me “Hi, Ma’am!” I did not recognize her at first until she formally introduced herself. Indeed, I met a different Stella. With sweet smile, accommodating, very stunning, and neat in her nursing scrubs. It seems she is very confident in her uniform.

We talked a lot of her life as a student and now as a professional and registered nurse in one of the prestigious hospital. She even told me that she is more confident and comfortable because of her new scrubs top or scrub tops. She bought it online in very affordable and economical price. I can say appropriate clothes will help to boost self-esteem.



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