Mindanao, the Philippines' southernmost island, is the country's cultural melting pot. It houses influences from Spain, China, Indonesia, and the Middle East. Although Mindanao carries a strong flavor from other lands, there are people who have lived there before it became a breeding ground of foreign trade. Tribes such as the T'boli, Bilaan, Manobo, Bagobo, and other groups inhabit the vast regions of Mindanao. | |
Like their Northern Luzon counterparts, these groups honor pagan gods for the fruits and trials of daily life. What distinguishes them from other tribes in the Philippines is their intricate craftsmanship in metal, clothing, and jewelry. These tribes pride themselves in their concept of beauty and are known for creating colorful sets of jewelry and clothing out of dyed pineapple and banana fibers with are showcased in their traditional dances. Back to Sayaw Pilipinas | |
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Kadal Blelah Tribe: T'boli Origin: Lemlosnon, South Cotabato Dancers perform a simulation of movement of birds. Back to Sayaw Pilipinas | |
Kadal Tahaw A bird dance performed by the T'boli during planting and harvesting which simulates the flights and hops of the tahaw bird. Tribe: T'boli Origin: Lake Sebu, South Cotabato Back to Sayaw Pilipinas | |
Binaylan The Bagobo tribe from the central uplands of Mindanao originated this dance which imitates the movement of a hen, her banog, or baby chicks, and a hawk. The hawk is sacred, and it is believed that the hawk has the power over the well-being of the tribe. The hawk tries to capture one of the chicks and is killed by the hunters. Tribe: Higaonon Origin: Agusan Bagobo Rice Cycle This Bagobo tribal dance protrays the cycle of planting and harvesting of rice. Back to Sayaw Pilipinas | |
Dugso Tribe: Talaindig Origin: Bukidnon A dance of thanksgiving. Back to Sayaw Pilipinas |
Folk Dance
"mga katutubong sayaw"
Miyerkules, Marso 16, 2011
Tribal Dance
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