Folk Dance and Modern Dance

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Valenzuela City Science High School A. Marcelo St. Dalandanan, Valenzuela City Comparative Study: Folk Dance and Modern Dance In partial fulfillment for the requirements in Advanced Technical Writing Submitted by: Macapagal, Jenry Ann V. Mendoza, Angelyn Joy A. Submitted to: Mrs. Josephine E. Francisco . Introduction Dancing is both an art form and a form of recreation. Dance as art may tell a story, set a mood, or express an emotion. Some dances consist of symbolic gestures that tell a story completely through movement. As recreation, dancing has long been a people's source of fun, relaxation, and companionship. In earlier times, square dances gave families a welcome chance to socialize. Today dancing at a party or other gathering remains a popular way for people to enjoy themselves and to make new friends. Modern dance is a dance form developed in the early 20th century. Although the term Modern dance has also been applied to a category of 20th Century ballroom dances, Modern dance as a term usually refers to 20th century concert dance. Born in the early 20th century, modern dance is a dance style that centers on a dancer's own interpretations instead of structured steps, as in traditional ballet dancing. Modern dancers reject the limitations of classical ballet and favor movements derived from the expression of their inner feelings. During the 1900's, European dancers began rebelling against the rigid rules of classical ballet. Turning against the structured techniques, costumes and shoes of ballet, these dancers favored a more relaxed, free style of dancing. Modern dance pioneers often danced in bare feet and revealing costumes. Folk dance on the other hand is a form of dance developed by a group of people that reflects the traditional life of the people of a certain country or region. Every nationality has their own

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