Bailan Tåotao Tåno’
 - The Chamorro Dance Manual

Bailan Tåotao Tåno’
 - The Chamorro Dance ManualThe Chamorro Dance Manual Guams first Chamorro Dance Instructional Manual written by Guams 1st Recognized Master of Chamorro Dance, Francisco B. Rabon. Bailan I Taotao Tano has 195 pages in full color showcasing Guams indigenous Chamorro dances from the Taotao Tano Period (Ancient Pre Spanish Contact Era), and in to the adopted Spanish and American dances that have been integrated into the Chamorro culture throughout Guams history.

comprised of

*available in various sizes

the 1st recognized "Master of Chamorro Dance" through his years of research and dedication re-created and re-established the traditional practice of "Bailan Chamorro"

Coconut Leaf Woven Pilar

its characteristics are determined by the practitioner

Generally carved from hardwood trees

Written by Michael Lujan Bevacqua

*Emphasis on Chamorro language

and the influences that have inspired its lyrics

Daily women’s wear introduced during Guam’s Spanish Colonial Period 1565-1898

Traditionally

“Woven Mat”