Pangalay Dance

Artwork photographed by Ma. Lyra E. Ocampo
Artwork by: Norberto "Bert" Monterona
Dimensions: 100 cm x 80 cm
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Year: 2017
Location: Vancouver PCG
Filed Under: Kulay at Kwento
Description

Pangalay dance is a traditional dance of the Tausug people of the Sulu Archipelago performed during weddings, social gatherings, and other festive events. It is characterized by intricate hand and arm movement along with shimmering costumes in the beat of the kulintang and gabbang.

Written by: Norberto “Bert” Monterona