Bayanihan Philippine Dance Company - Monitor Presents The Bayanihan Philippine Dance Company Vol 2

Review by Brian Pearce

The Bayanihan Philippine Dance Company's album, Monitor Presents The Bayanihan Philippine Dance Company, is a delightful and captivating experience for any lover of traditional Filipino dance. The album features a rich collection of songs and dances that showcase the vibrant and diverse cultural heritage of the Philippines.

The Bayanihan Philippine Dance Company is renowned for their impeccable performances and their ability to bring to life the essence of Filipino culture through dance. This album is no different, with each track transporting the listener to a different time and place in the Philippines.

The album opens with the lively and energetic "Tinikling", a dance that involves two people rhythmically tapping bamboo poles while dancers move in and out of the poles without getting their feet caught. This is followed by the serene and graceful "Sayaw sa Bangko", a dance where dancers gracefully move on top of a narrow bench.

Other highlights include "Maglalatik", a dance that originated from the coconut farmers of Laguna, where dancers wear coconut shells on their bodies and rhythmically strike them together, and "Pandanggo sa Ilaw", a dance that involves dancers balancing three oil lamps on their heads while gracefully moving to the music.

Summary by Brian Pearce

Monitor Presents The Bayanihan Philippine Dance Company is a beautiful tribute to the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines. The album is a must-have for anyone who wants to experience the beauty and vibrancy of traditional Filipino dance.