DANCE >> a series of rhythmic concerted movements and steps timed to music. >> it can tell a story; explore an emotion; form of expression rhythmically meaning:-to skip or leap lightly -to execute steps -to move up and down
FUNCTIONS OF DANCE a. art form b. social activity c. type of communication d. form of recreation Beauty Relationships Emotions Happiness
Dances to take part in: a. Ritual ethnic dances>marks different events. (Initiation rituals, funerals, seasons such as harvest) b. Folk Dances>dance developed among the common people. It may be changed/adapted over time. (Tap dance, hula, fandango) c. Social dances> expression of life and fun. (waltz, cotillon/cotillion, rumba, cha- cha )