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ABSTRACTION

Japanese Parasol Dance (Japan)

Japanese Parasol Dance is very colorful and easy dance for the girls. It is customary with Japanese girls
to use umbrella for rain and sunshine. This module will tackle on the historical development of the dance in its
origin country, Japan. Later on, the execution of the dance figures in the dance will be introduced.

Parasol dance was created for wealthy men. Then, Japan was very sensual and often times Geisha would
do this after coitace almost as a award for the male. Though later, it became a dance before sexual status happened
so the man would see the female better before erotica every approached.

The Japanese parasol dance is an example of a simple Japanese dance uses an umbrella. The dance is
suited for girls making use of shuffling steps that is basic typical Japanese. The parasol dance is from Kabuki.
The song played during the dance is called Micado (a song in 4/4 time).

Their costumes are: Bright colored Kimono, Bright colored flowers in hair, a Japanese parasol and
Japanese wooden shoes.

Counting used in the dance: one two, to a measure: one, two, three, four, for two measures basic steps
used: shuffling steps.

Formation: in groups of four facing the audience. The open Parasol is held with two hands over the head,
the hands holding the handle at chest level. They stand about four feet away from each other. One to any number
of sets may take part in this dance.

Steps of the Parasol Dance:

Music A

a. Starting with the R foot, execute shuffling steps forward. Twirl parasol overhead.
b. With shuffling steps turn around in place clockwise. Twirl the parasol over the R shoulder.
c. Repeat (b) turning counter clockwise. Transfer parasol to the l shoulder.
d. Turn right about and repeat (a) going to proper place. Twirl parasol overhead. Finish facing front.
e. Repeat (b) and (c).

Music B

a. Step R sideward (ct. 1), step L close to R foot (ct. 2), bend knees slightly (ct. 3), straighten knees (ct. 4).
Bend the head slightly to the right side, parasol resting on the R shoulder (do not turn).
b. Repeat (a) to the left side, starting with the L foot. Transfer the parasol to the L shoulder (ct. 1-4).
c. Repeat (a) and (b).
d. With no. 1 leading, execute shuffling steps moving clockwise. Each group makes its own circle. Twirl
parasol on the shoulder (8cts.).
e. Turn right about and repeat (d) counter clockwise. Transfer parasol to the L shoulder.

Music 3

a. All bend forward and drop on knees. Place the parasol behind. Bend trunk slowly forward until the head
touches the floor (obeisance) (8cts).
b. Raise the trunk slowly and take parasol with both hands and place it in front (8cts).
c. In kneeling position, sit on the heels (Japanese fashion). Raise the head and look around the parasol at
the right side (4cts.) and to the left side (4cts.).
d. Repeat (c).

Music A
 a. Each girl rolls her own parasol around self clockwise (4cts.) and counter clockwise (4cts.).
b. Roll it in front sideward right (2cts.) and sideward left (2cts.).
c. Repeat (b).
d. Repeat (a) and (b).
e. All take parasol and stand up with the write foot (4cts.).

Music B

a. All face right, holding the parasol with two hands at high level (top toward the audience, handle toward
the rear).
b. Execute shuffling steps forward, twirling parasol clockwise (4cts.)
c. Turn left about, repeat (a), parasol top toward audience, (4cts.)
d. Turn right about. Repeat (a) and (b).
e. Execute shuffling steps forward to form a square, each girl occupying a corner, facing a common center.
f. Turn around in place clockwise (2M) and counter clockwise (2M) as in figure I (b) and (c) finish facing
the center.
g. Turn around in place as in figure I (b) twice (8cts.) finish facing proper places.
h. Repeat (a) going to place.
i. With no. 1 leading each set turn once, clockwise and then exit. Use shuffling steps throughout, twirling
the parasol on the shoulder.

Note: If more music is needed, part C may be repeated as many times as necessary.

Chinese Fan Dance

The art and tradition of the Chinese fan dance have captivated audiences
for two thousand years. Just one of many forms of traditional folk dances, fan
dances has been preserved to share the stories and beauty of Chinese culture.

Chinese Fan Dance the Chinese fan dance is performed in celebration of

Chinese culture. It represents beauty, grace and delicacy, according to the Chinese
Educational Development Project. It also expresses feelings of joy. The dance is
composed of consistently changing rhythms paired with consistently changing
body positions. Feather fans and silk fans both are part of the traditional Chinese
dance that has its roots in the Han Dynasty, circa 206 BC.

History

While archaeologists have found pottery depicting Chinese folk dances dating from about 4000 to 2000 BC, the fan
dance is believed to have begun during the Han dynasty. This dates the fan dance to around 200 AD. It was also during the
Han dynasty that the first effort was made to collect and preserve the country's folk dances. Thankfully, this practice became
important to following generations and folk dances of old are still shared today.

Classifications

Chinese dance was divided into either civilian or military dance and their movements can vary based upon the
classification. Civilian fan dances tend to be more flowing and detailed, celebrating grace and beauty. They derived from
early dances celebrating the distribution of the food gathered from hunting and fishing; people would dance holding
feathered banners. The military dancing was done with weapons, in coordinated group movements. This evolved into the
movements used in military exercises.

Function

Like most other forms of folk dance, the Chinese fan dance developed as a way to share stories, preserve the culture
and to communicate feelings and emotions without words. This form of communication and preservation was vitally
important to the Chinese, as dances were created even before written symbols. Chinese fan dances include a specific type
of semantics, symbolism, vocabulary and structure so as to allow the dancer to communicate her intentions.
Fans

The fans are used to highlight the graceful movements of the dancers and as
extensions of very delicate poses. They can be used as a sort of prop, representing a basket
of food, a gift or a found treasure. The fans are made of a variety of materials including
feathers, paper or bamboo and they reflect the highest level of craftsmanship and artistry.

Chinese Fan Dance Literature

Figure 1

Music A - play once Pause (2M)

(a) Shuffling steps forward to place. Arms folded in front, hands tucked inside sleeves. The fan is kept in one
pocket or left hanging at the right side of the waist. The body is swayed very slightly to right (1M) alternately for
seven measures. (7M)

Figure 2

Music B - play two times

(a) Take small jump forward, bending knees slightly. Arms are still in front. Bend head Forward as the jump is
made (cts. 1, 2). Slowly straighten knees and raise head to erect Position (cts. 1, 2). (2M)
(b) Repeat (a) three more times. (6M)
(c) Repeat (a) and (b), jumping backward. (8M)

Figure 3

Music C - play once

(a) Swing R foot forward (ct. 1), swing the same foot sideward right (ct. 2), three steps in place (R, L, R) (cts. 1,
and, 2). Arms still folded in front. Twist the body a little to the rightas the R foot is swing the side. (2M)
(b) Repeat (a) to the left, starting with the L foot. (2M)
(c) Repeat (a) and (b). (4M)

Figure 4

Music C - play once

(a) Step R foot sideward (ct. 1) close L to R foot (ct. 2). Arms in reverse “T” position, forefingers pointing upward
(the other four fingers are loosely close). (1M)
(b) Bend knees slightly at the same time, dipping both hands toward the chest without the lowering the elbows
and nodding head forward (ct. 1), straighten knees and head, hands return to first position (ct. 2). (1M)
(c) Repeat (a) and (b) to left side, starting with the L foot. (2M)
(d) Repeat all (a-c). (4M).

Figure 5

Music D - play two times

(a) Take fan and open. Hold with the R hand and cover face so eyes just show. Turn head right (cts. 1, 2), turn
to front (cts. 1, 2), turn to left (cts. 1, 2), turn to front again (cts. 1,2). (4M)
(b) Close the fan and strike it lightly against the palm of the L hand (four taps for every count). Move L hand
from sideward left – overhead - sideward right (4M). The fan is continuously tapped against the palm. (4M)
(c) Kneel and sit on heels. (1M)
(d) Repeat all (a and b) in kneeling position. (8M)
(e) Stand and keep fan. (1M)
Figure 6

Music E - play once

(a) Point R foot in intermediate in front (obliquely), bend 1 knee slightly. Point R (b) forefinger
to R foot and look at the R foot at the same time (ct. 1). Put the feet together and straighten
knees, arms in reverse “T” position, forefingers pointing upward (ct. 2). Raise the heels(c. 1)
lower heels (ct. 2). (2M)
(b) Repeat (a) with L foot and L hand. (2M)
(c) Repeat (a) and (b). (4M).

Figure 7

Music F - play once

(a) Take fan and open with the R hand, starting with the R foot, execute shuffling forward
moving clockwise. Hold fan at chest level, fanning vigorously. Bend the body slightly forward.
(8 cts.). (4M)
(b) Turn right about. Repeat (a), counterclockwise (8 cts.). (4M).

Finale

Music Finale

(a) Close fan and keep. Bow low (1M), straighten trunk (1M). Repeat once more (2M). (4M)
(b) Three-step turn right in place and bow low. (3M).