Hips sway. Bodies leap towards the skies. Hearts pound in time to the reverberating drums. Dance reflects the life of communities, whether it’s ritualistic, entertainment or just a way to express a moment. Here’s a small sample of dance in Africa that you can expect to see – and perhaps [...]
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If you asked people why they follow this genre of dance, you will hear answers that range from “it’s a good workout” to “it helps me feel connected to the continent”. But, African dance is neither a workout nor, a frivolous gyration of body parts. It’s a way and expression [...]
In every major US city, there is a strong network of people who study traditional rhythms and dances from Africa.
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