What did American period contribution to the Philippines?

One such policy was the introduction of the American system of education, and so pervasive and far-reaching was its impact and influence on the life and culture of the Filipino during and after the colonial period that it is generally regarded as the “greatest contribution” of American colonialism in the Philippines.

What is dance in American era?

Social dances also became part of the repertoire on stage, such as the Charleston, foxtrot, big apple, one-step, slow-drag, the Latin-influenced tango, rumba, samba, mambo and cha-cha.

What is the contribution of folk dance?

What is the importance of folk dance? Primarily, it keeps a culture of people alive, by sharing and teaching younger generations the dances. Dance keeps the history of people alive as well. Dances are ways a community celebrates a special event or important date in time.

What is American era in the Philippines?

American settlement in the Philippines began during the Spanish colonial period. The period of American colonialization of the Philippines was 48 years. It began with the cession of the Philippines to the U.S. by Spain in 1898 and lasted until the U.S. recognition of Philippine independence in 1946.

In what year did America acquire the Philippines?

1898
Crisis Phase (December 10, 1898-October 31, 1899): The United States government formally acquired the Philippines from Spain with the signing of the Treaty of Paris on December 10, 1898. The U.S. government declared military rule in the Philippines on December 21, 1898.

What impact did the Spanish colonial period affects the dance here in the Philippines?

Spain restructured the Filipino’s lives in terms of politics, economics, religion and culture. This hispanization pervaded even the musical and choreographic practices of the people. Dances took on the tempo and temper of the European forms.

What dances influenced America?

American folk dances

• Cajun Jig.
• Cajun Jitterbug.
• Contra dance.
• Clogging.
• English Country Dance.
• Square dance.
• Virginia Reel (dance)
• Zydeco (dance)

What are the 3 dances introduced by the American?

However, there are a few dances you may be surprised to learn come from America.

• Jazz dance. Although tied with its musical African roots, jazz dance actually originated in the U.S. Slaves from Africa brought much of their rich dance culture to the Americas.
• Clogging.
• Contra dance.
• Cakewalk.

What are the five benefits of Philippine folk dance?

stronger bones and reduced risk of osteoporosis. better coordination, agility and flexibility. improved balance and spatial awareness. increased physical confidence.

How does folk dancing contribute to the development of one’s fitness?

Participating in dance may allow the elderly to improve their physical function, health and well-being. Another beneficial advantage is that they can significantly improve their aerobic capacity, lower body muscle endurance, strength and flexibility, balance, agility and gait through the dancing.