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As people were taken from Africa to be sold as slaves, especially starting in the 1500s, they brought their dance styles with them. Entire cultures were imported into the New World, especially those areas where slaves were given more flexibility to continue their cultures and where there were more African slaves than Europeans or indigenous Americans, such as Brazil.
Ukusina dance is a fundamental component of the social, religious, and cultural life of the Zulu people, [5] as evidenced by the descriptions of traditional dances in South Africa. [2] Everyone in attendance is drawn into a coherent action atmosphere by the intimate relationship between body movement and music.
The Adumu dance is a traditional Maasai dance that is extremely exuberant and acrobatic. The young Maasai warriors who perform it on important occasions are known for their jumps and chanting. Although the dance has received criticism lately, many Maasai people still regard it as a significant aspect of their traditional legacy. [7]
Mwali (pl: Myali) is a dance accompanying a song usually made to criticize anti-social behaviour: Mwilu is a circumcision dance. The Gusii people use an enormous lute called the obokano and the ground bow, [57] made by digging a large hole in the ground, over which an animal skin is pegged. A small hole is cut into the skin and a single string ...
Moribayassa is a powerful and energetic West African dance that reflects the spiritual and cultural traditions of the Malinke people. It has evolved over time to reflect current concerns and experiences while remaining true to its origins.
Zaouli or Zawli is a traditional dance of the Guro people (who speak the Guro language) of central Ivory Coast.The Zaouli mask, used in the dance, was created in the 1950s, reportedly inspired by a girl named "Djela Lou Zaouli" (meaning "Zaouli, daughter of Djela"). [1]
Agbadza is an Ewe music and dance that evolved from the times of war into a very popular recreational dance. [1] It came from a very old war dance called Atrikpui and usually performed by the Ewe people of the Volta Region of Ghana, particularly during the Hogbetsotso Festival, a celebration by the Anlo Ewe people.
Pages in category "African dances" The following 65 pages are in this category, out of 65 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. African dance; A.