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.

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 are often 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.

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Russian folk dances

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Dances of the peoples of the world

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Dance training

Recruitment for a folk dance ensemble!

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]

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

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. World music These are melodies for understanding, for treatment, 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 condition, his inclusion in the culture this dance.

While the performance is the usual performances of enic 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– this is art, this is the beautiful transformation of feelings into movements.

The costumes of the dancers are a wonderful decoration. This is separate and very interesting story, which we will definitely tell our readers about

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 plunge into another nation, with its rituals and rules.