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The Day the Dancers Stayed
Pilipino Cultural Nights at American campuses have been a rite of passage for youth culture and a source of local community pride since the 1980s. Through performances—and parodies of them—these celebrations of national identity through music, dance, and theatrical narratives reemphasize what it means to be Filipino American. In The Day the Dancers Stayed, scholar and performer Theodore Gonzalves uses interviews and participant observer techniques to consider the relationship between the invention of performance repertoire and the development of diasporic identification. Gonzalves traces a genealogy of performance repertoire from the 1930s to the present. Culture nights serve several functions: as exercises in nostalgia, celebrations of rigid community entertainment, and occasionally forums for political intervention. Taking up more recent parodies of Pilipino Cultural Nights, Gonzalves discusses how the rebellious spirit that enlivened the original seditious performances has been stifled.
Final Report
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Archipelago
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Ramon Obusan, Philippine Folkdance and Me
“I know of no other work that succeeds beautifully in weaving together a history of the development of Filipino folk dance over the twentieth century, an outsider’s insider’s account of one of the top two folk dance companies in the Philippines, and a sensitive, wide-ranging reflection on how a ‘foreign’ (in this case, Japanese) dancer learns to become Filipino in bodily movement and sensibility.” — From the Foreword by Reynaldo C. Ileto
Treading Through
"This book is a first reader in Philippine dance, observed through forty-five years of viewing, reviewing, and doing. It is one observer's understanding of what, where, or how is dance, and who makes it and why we dance. It attempts to answer these questions, aware that more questions ought to be further asked."--BOOK JACKET.
Folk Music Traditions: Stories from Around the World
Folk Music Traditions: Stories from Around the World takes readers on a captivating journey through the rich and diverse world of folk music. This comprehensive guide explores the origins, evolution, and cultural significance of folk music across continents, from the ancient melodies of Europe to the vibrant rhythms of Africa and beyond. Each chapter delves into regional traditions, the instruments that define them, and the stories that have been passed down through generations. Discover how folk music has shaped social movements, influenced modern genres, and continues to thrive in the digital age. With detailed insights into the preservation and promotion of folk traditions, this book is an essential resource for music enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone interested in the powerful role of music in human history. Dive into the heart of folk music and uncover the stories behind the songs that connect us all.
Sundays in Manila
Bob Boyer offers affectionate-often intimate-portraits of Filipino life and culture, formed over many visits. He sharpens the picture with factual detail. Whether he's riding a jeepney, sipping iced tea at the Chocolate Kiss, exploring the mysteries of Quiapo, or marching up Bataan and Corregidor. The Philippines is blessed by a number of historic sites as well as those associated with the American period and World War II. Professor Boyer serves both as a personal historian and a guide as he brings historic events to life. The book serves as an excellent reference for persons interested in Philippine history as well as for those who plan to visit the country.
Choreographic Politics
The first in-depth analysis of state-sponsored, professional dance ensembles.
