Revisiting the Kagan Tribe’s Saumpi Dance: An Ethnographic Study

Author(s)	BENJIE QUILATON BADON
Country	Philippines
Abstract	This study revisits the Saumpi dance of the Kagan tribe in Mindanao, Philippines, using anthropological, performance theory, and cultural heritage frameworks. Through qualitative ethnography, it documents key dance movements, musical instruments, attire, and ritual practices integral to Saumpi. The findings show that the Saumpi dance serves as a living archive of Kagan identity, transmitting collective memory, values, and spiritual beliefs across generations. It highlights the dance’s role in fostering community cohesion and sustaining intangible heritage during social transformation. It also emphasizes the need for revitalization strategies to preserve the Saumpi and similar indigenous traditions, ensuring their continued relevance and transmission.
Keywords	qualitative ethnography, musical instruments, ritual practices
Field	Arts
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On	2026-02-21
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i01.69444

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