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 )