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Hello Myth Enthusiasts! Today’s theme is Song and Dance. Music making and dancing is at the heart of many African cultures. Song and dance are spontaneous emanations of people’s emotions, beliefs, and reactions to events.
Hello Myth Enthusiasts! Today’s theme is Song and Dance. Music making and dancing is at the heart of many African cultures. Song and dance are spontaneous emanations of people’s emotions, beliefs, and reactions to events.
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Song and dance are thus used to record and preserve cultural memory. It is even said that before a dance and its music can be created, and event must occur.
Song and dance are thus used to record and preserve cultural memory. It is even said that before a dance and its music can be created, and event must occur.
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Most traditional dances and songs can be traced back to a myth, a ritual, a historical event, a daily activity, a naturally occurring phenomenon etc. Many dances are associated with commemorative festivals or masquerades.
Most traditional dances and songs can be traced back to a myth, a ritual, a historical event, a daily activity, a naturally occurring phenomenon etc. Many dances are associated with commemorative festivals or masquerades.
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An example of a dance associated with a myth or historical event is the Agbadza dance of the Ewe people in Ghana, Togo and Benin originates from the experiences of the Ewe people during their migrations.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agbadza
An example of a dance associated with a myth or historical event is the Agbadza dance of the Ewe people in Ghana, Togo and Benin originates from the experiences of the Ewe people during their migrations.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agbadza
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Dance movements refer to the wars they fought, as well as to the mythical bird which guided them on their journey. In Ghana, Agbadza is danced during the Hogbetsotso festival of the Anlo Ewe (The Festival of Exodus).
Dance movements refer to the wars they fought, as well as to the mythical bird which guided them on their journey. In Ghana, Agbadza is danced during the Hogbetsotso festival of the Anlo Ewe (The Festival of Exodus).
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Another mythical dance is Bamaya from the Dagbamba of Northern Ghana. Bamaya means “Wet stream” or “The river is wet!” It commemorates a drought which prompted the chief and his elders to consult the oracles for a solution.
Another mythical dance is Bamaya from the Dagbamba of Northern Ghana. Bamaya means “Wet stream” or “The river is wet!” It commemorates a drought which prompted the chief and his elders to consult the oracles for a solution.
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They were asked to resume sacrifices to the gods of the land. The main sacrifice took place at a river. Rain began to fall during the ritual and the people danced with joy while shouting “Baa maaya!”
They were asked to resume sacrifices to the gods of the land. The main sacrifice took place at a river. Rain began to fall during the ritual and the people danced with joy while shouting “Baa maaya!”
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In homage to the women of the community, whose prayers are believed to be stronger, the men performing Bamaya would sometimes dress in women’s clothing.
In homage to the women of the community, whose prayers are believed to be stronger, the men performing Bamaya would sometimes dress in women’s clothing.
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More about Ghanaian (and Chinese) traditional dances here: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/336122934_A_Multicultural_Comprehension_of_Traditional_Dancing_in_Ghana_and_China_A_Genealogical_Analysis
More about Ghanaian (and Chinese) traditional dances here: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/336122934_A_Multicultural_Comprehension_of_Traditional_Dancing_in_Ghana_and_China_A_Genealogical_Analysis
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A dance with commemorates a daily activity is the Ziglibiti from the Bete of Ivory Coast. The dance came about from Bete men complimenting their women on how they pounded corn (Bitico) so well it looked like sugar (Zigli).
A dance with commemorates a daily activity is the Ziglibiti from the Bete of Ivory Coast. The dance came about from Bete men complimenting their women on how they pounded corn (Bitico) so well it looked like sugar (Zigli).
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If you know anything about Ivorians, it is that they can DANCE! The rapid drumming and foot stomping of Ziglibiti is a reference to the pounding of corn.
If you know anything about Ivorians, it is that they can DANCE! The rapid drumming and foot stomping of Ziglibiti is a reference to the pounding of corn.
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The Acholi of Northern Uganda have a courtship dance called Larakaraka dance during which young men show off their dancing skills and physical vigor to secure a marriage partner.
The Acholi of Northern Uganda have a courtship dance called Larakaraka dance during which young men show off their dancing skills and physical vigor to secure a marriage partner.
More about Traditional dances from Uganda here: https://www.ugandasafariexperts.com/blog/uganda-traditional-dances
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Sex is a universally enjoyed activity and there are many sex themed African dances. Most African peoples saw sex as just another aspect of life and celebrated it joyfully and openly.
Sex is a universally enjoyed activity and there are many sex themed African dances. Most African peoples saw sex as just another aspect of life and celebrated it joyfully and openly.
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The Atopa dance from the Gomoa Fetteh region of Ghana is said to be how women in the community danced to celebrate their husbands who had returned from war victories.
The Atopa dance from the Gomoa Fetteh region of Ghana is said to be how women in the community danced to celebrate their husbands who had returned from war victories.
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Mapuoka (Dance of the buttocks) is a dance from the Dabou region of Ivory Coast. Some accounts say it is associated with religious ceremonies.
Mapuoka (Dance of the buttocks) is a dance from the Dabou region of Ivory Coast. Some accounts say it is associated with religious ceremonies.
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Chura (also called Baikoko) is another sex-themed dance from Tanzania.
Chura (also called Baikoko) is another sex-themed dance from Tanzania.
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Masquerade dances are possibly some of the most symbolic and intricate dances. They are usually associated with the rituals of religious and other secret societies. They contain rich references to cultural history. https://www.britannica.com/art/African-dance/Masquerade-dancers
Masquerade dances are possibly some of the most symbolic and intricate dances. They are usually associated with the rituals of religious and other secret societies. They contain rich references to cultural history. https://www.britannica.com/art/African-dance/Masquerade-dancers
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Elephant Dance is performed during the Male ritual of the Bakweri in Cameroon for whom the elephant is a sacred animal.
Elephant Dance is performed during the Male ritual of the Bakweri in Cameroon for whom the elephant is a sacred animal.
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Dogon mask dances are performed as part of important events such as post-burial rites to mark the end of mourning or to celebrate good harvests.
Dogon mask dances are performed as part of important events such as post-burial rites to mark the end of mourning or to celebrate good harvests.
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More about Dogon Mask dances here: https://www.menil.org/read/online-features/recollecting-dogon/dogon-now/dynamism-of-dogon-masks-polly-richards
More about Dogon Mask dances here: https://www.menil.org/read/online-features/recollecting-dogon/dogon-now/dynamism-of-dogon-masks-polly-richards
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Gitenga Munganji is a mask worn during initiations dances performed for young Pende boys into Mukanda, the men’s secret society.
Gitenga Munganji is a mask worn during initiations dances performed for young Pende boys into Mukanda, the men’s secret society.
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More about Gitenga Masks here:
https://s3.amazonaws.com/artbma/documents/atg/pdf/ATG.01.2018.1.pdf?pdf=ATG.01.2018%20target=ATGJan18
More about Gitenga Masks here:
https://s3.amazonaws.com/artbma/documents/atg/pdf/ATG.01.2018.1.pdf?pdf=ATG.01.2018%20target=ATGJan18
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There are the famous Zulu and Ndebele war dances like Indlamu, uMzansi and so many others.
There are the famous Zulu and Ndebele war dances like Indlamu, uMzansi and so many others.
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Here is another BEAUTIFUL folk dance from South Africa depicting a hunt!
Here is another BEAUTIFUL folk dance from South Africa depicting a hunt!
