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Each country throughout Asia has their own special forms of dances based on their culture, tradition and history. Life style, social & living environment also play a great role in many ethnic dances. The music and instrument reflect the difference and uniqueness of each region. Their dances are more on ritual such as in wedding, feast of a saint and/or thanksgiving for a good harvest. The dances reflect the enjoyment they feel when they are doing the dances. Chapter Objectives 1. To be aware of the examples of Foreign Folk Dances in the different countries of Asia; 2. To recall the basic dance steps and the terminologies to be used in the dances originated from Asia; 3. To react actively upon the meaning of the dance and its symbols; 4. To display attitude while performing the dance; and 5. To perform the dances from Asia with accuracy of steps and with the proper attire (costume), music and formations.

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Each country throughout Asia has their own special forms of dances based on their

culture, tradition and history. Life style, social & living environment also play a great role in

many ethnic dances. The music and instrument reflect the difference and uniqueness of each

region.

Their dances are more on ritual such as in wedding, feast of a saint and/or

thanksgiving for a good harvest. The dances reflect the enjoyment they feel when they are

doing the dances.

Chapter Objectives

1. To be aware of the examples of Foreign Folk Dances in the different countries of Asia;

2. To recall the basic dance steps and the terminologies to be used in the dances originated from Asia;

3. To react actively upon the meaning of the dance and its symbols;4. To display attitude while performing the dance; and5. To perform the dances from Asia with accuracy of steps and with the proper

attire (costume), music and formations.