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Karatong is a traditional Filipino folk dance that originates from the province of Laguna in the Philippines. The dance is primarily a depiction of the activities related to harvesting, specifically the use of the karatong (a traditional wooden drum or gongs), which is used to signal or communicate in rural communities during the harvest season.

In the Karatong dance, dancers often simulate the movements of workers who are busy harvesting crops such as rice or other agricultural products. The rhythm of the karatong is integral to the performance, as it is traditionally used to coordinate the actions of the workers or to create a sense of unity during communal activities. The dance's movements are lively and energetic, involving synchronized steps and footwork, reflecting the bustling nature of harvest time.

The Karatong dance is accompanied by traditional Filipino music that includes rhythmic drumming, typically played on instruments like gongs or other percussion instruments. The dance and its music celebrate the Filipino people’s strong connection to agriculture, as well as their community spirit, as they work together to gather the harvest.

The Karatong folk dance, with its unique rhythms and movements, embodies both the practical and celebratory aspects of Filipino rural life.