Descriptions of many dances often emphasize their ethnic rather than tribal origins. Ethnic dance is simply a dance that is characteristic of a certain cultural group.

According to this definition, even the polka, which is almost always considered a social dance, can be called an ethnic dance because it originated in a specific cultural area of ​​a particular region of Europe. Flamenco, which began as an improvised dance among Andalusian gypsies, combines toe and heel clicking with body movements similar to Indian dance.

Indian dances can be considered as a general ethnic type, but among them there are numerous forms and traditions, some of which are classical (there are six in total classic styles), while others are essentially popular social dancing and they are not performed by specially trained people for public celebrations and recreation. It is these dances that should be considered ethnic because they are still practiced by unique cultural groups and still retain some of their original social or ritual functions, and they have not yet reached the “professional” state of classical or folk dance.

It is generally accepted that many Afro-Caribbean dances form a distinct ethnic form because they have certain characteristic movements. As in Indian dancing, the performers' legs are often curved, and the torso and often performs sinuous or more jerky, rhythmic movements. Dancers' bodies are often bent slightly forward and the hips are actively used. Gestures and facial expressions are used in some narrative dances, but they are generally much less complex than in Indian dances.

In modern dance productions, most Afro-Caribbean dance troupes consist of two dancers and a drummer. The rhythm of the music in them helps to enhance emotions. Often the dancers take turns dancing, and there is usually a lot of informal communication between members of the troupe on stage. Also at the end of the performance, audience participation in dance is often encouraged, reflecting the communal rather than theatrical origins of the dance form.

Ethnic dance at "Beat of Life!"

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Each nationality has its own unique dance culture, reflecting the depth, beauty and flavor of the country. Folk dance has certain traditional movements, rhythms, costumes, etc. for a given area. It is safe to say that this is the most common type of dance art. Dances and songs of various nationalities arose from folk games and entertainment related to labor processes, religious ceremonies and family holidays.

Not a single nation in the world, no matter how small, could do without the existence of dance, which is a reflection cultural development humanity throughout its history. Studying the dances of the peoples of the world allows you to feel involved in a great cultural heritage.

How can one definitely say what ethnic dance means and what folk dance means? What is the difference between these two seemingly inextricably linked directions in dance art. Do all folk dances fall under the category of ethnic dance and do all ethnic dances fall under the category of folk?

Dances of the peoples of the world convey national, cultural and religious features. They are based on the manifestation of feelings, sensations, some of them are associated with everyday processes. Their root lies in ancient times, when people performed ritual movements, trying to appease the gods or subjugate the forces of nature, imitated the movements of animals before hunting, and so on. Dancing before the battle, they often tried to gather strength and raise their morale. Over time, such dances lost their primitive meaning.

The definition of ethnic dance involves criteria such as:

• Expressive movements
• Improvisation from emotion
• Movement to the rhythm
• Movement to music
• Coitus with spirituality
• Movement outside the normal movement of life

Ethnic dances, in any dance form, can be identified as originating from ethnic culture, they express the movement of the aesthetics of this culture.

The same can be said about musical direction in ethnicity. Ethnic music is melodies for understanding, for healing, for relaxation. It is impossible to compare ethnic music with an alternative movement or with pop music. This is something more sublime, spiritual.

Ethnics in dance will cover all cultures, be they European, American, African, Polynesian, Asian or Middle Eastern cultures. It will also include village folk dance, popular dance (swing, tango), classical dance(kathak), tribal dances, step dances, educational dances and many other types.

In all these movements you can find a dance that will fit the category of ethnic. After all, ethnic dance is not just a movement. It differs from the others not only in its unique rhythms and movements. This is also richest culture passed down from generation to generation.

The ethnic style itself can be divided into two components: communal and performance. The first is more spiritual, more sublime. This trend in ethnic dance is reproduced at celebrations and meetings. These are dances such as Greek, Jewish, Armenian, Syrian. What is important here is not the technique, not the accuracy of the movements, but what the dancer feels about his state, his involvement in the culture of this dance.

While performance is just ordinary performances ethnic groups and dancers. The main thing here is not only cultural awareness, but also entertainment.

There is no competitive or sports component in the teachings of ethnic dance. Dance is, first of all, an expression of emotions and feelings - that’s what’s important.

Dance is an art, a beautiful transformation of feelings into movements.

Let’s not forget to say that sometimes ethnic dance can cure ailments (of a mild nature, of course!). Such a cultural island gives people the opportunity to experience something new, to immerse themselves in another nation, with its rituals and rules.

Dances of the peoples of the world can be divided into entertaining, imitative, cult, and warlike. Based on the number of participants, they can be divided into group, collective or individual.

It is worth paying special attention to Slavic dances. They are rooted in ancient Indo-European customs. The first Slavic dances, according to a long-standing belief, were among the rituals of tribal knowledge, being a link between the human world and heaven. They were almost always accompanied by singing and music. Sometimes they drank a special drug that helped to transition into a specific state. The round dance was especially popular. One Byzantine historian named Leo the Deacon noted that in ancient times the frantic dancing of the Slavs often brought them to exhaustion. He wrote that these dances had not only ritual significance, but also contained many martial techniques. According to him, the Slavs were fierce warriors who learned to fight through dancing. Interestingly, this heritage was not lost at all. Centuries later, such dances were reflected in the Zaporozhye hopak. One French traveler, who visited the Sich, noted with surprise that the Cossacks could dance and sing almost all their free time. Gopak was special dance, which was used to teach combat skills both with and without weapons. It involves a lot of kicks and different types protection.

The dances of the peoples of Africa are very diverse. They contain a lot of jumping and animal imitation. They can be roughly divided into combat, ritual, hunting, summoning spirits, associated with initiation, and greetings. Warrior dances occupy a significant place in the lives of Africans. Previously, with their help, young guys were taught various techniques for handling weapons. Famous dance Ngolo is very popular in southern and western Africa. It includes practicing various wrestling techniques. Initially, it arose as a duel, as a result of which the winner became the husband of any girl he liked without having to pay a ransom for her. Interestingly, ngolo, brought by black slaves to Brazil, became the basis of capoeira - special type martial arts. Dances of the peoples of the world are often of a fighting nature, as mentioned above. This also includes some Chinese taolu - sets of techniques that practitioners of one or another type learn and perform. martial art. Most likely, the Ukrainian hopak also belongs to this category. The dances of the peoples of the world are a reflection of the beliefs, culture, history and spirituality of people. In some of them, certain knowledge or skills are conveyed through sign language. Others are purely for entertainment purposes.

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Attention to everyone who has danced or would like to dance stunningly beautiful folk dances! The choreographic folk dance ensemble "YUNOST" invites boys and girls from 18 to 35 years old, with choreographic training, to take classes. Maybe you danced as a child and would like to continue, perhaps you have studied other styles and areas of dance and would like to expand your skills - in any case, we are waiting for you! The ensemble's repertoire includes dances of the peoples of the world: Moldavian, Ukrainian, Gypsy, Cuban, Romanian, Oriental, Spanish and, of course, Russian. The team takes an active part in various festivals and competitions. Classes are held in the center of Moscow, near the Belorusskaya (ring) metro station, twice a week - in the evening on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Classes are held FREE OF CHARGE. More detailed information can be obtained on the website or by mail: [email protected]

Descriptions of many dances often emphasize their ethnic rather than tribal origins. An ethnic dance is simply a dance that is characteristic of a particular cultural group.

According to this definition, even the polka, which is almost always considered a social dance, can be called an ethnic dance because it originated in a specific cultural area of ​​a particular region of Europe. Flamenco, which began as an improvised dance among Andalusian gypsies, combines toe and heel clicking with body movements similar to Indian dance.

Indian dances can be considered as a general ethnic type, but there are numerous forms and traditions, some of which are classical (there are six classical styles in total), while others are essentially popular social dances and are not performed by specially trained people for social celebrations and for relaxation. It is these dances that should be considered ethnic because they are still practiced by unique cultural groups and still retain some of their original social or ritual functions, and they have not yet reached the "professional" state of classical or folk dance.

It is generally accepted that many Afro-Caribbean dances form a distinct ethnic form because they have certain characteristic movements. As in Indian dances, the performers' legs are often curved and their torsos often perform sinuous or more jerky, rhythmic movements. Dancers' bodies are often bent slightly forward and the hips are actively used. Gestures and facial expressions are used in some narrative dances, but they are generally much less complex than in Indian dances.

In modern dance productions, most Afro-Caribbean dance troupes consist of two dancers and a drummer. The rhythm of the music in them helps to enhance emotions. Often the dancers take turns dancing, and there is usually a lot of informal communication between members of the troupe on stage. Also at the end of the performance, audience participation in dance is often encouraged, reflecting the communal rather than theatrical origins of the dance form.