The video below is a Native American hoop dance. The dancing with the hoops is very interesting. The dancer forms animals, flowers, the sun and moon through out the dance. The eagle is a main theme in hoop dancing. I found on another video information about the actual hoop dance. It was explained that the dancer enters through each hoop at least once, signifying birth into the world.
I do not think that the band is Native American, but I thought it was an interesting piece with Native American flare.
This applies to the class because it is Native American, obviously. The music, although not traditional Native American music, shows a way that the Native American culture has effected the western music of today. Also, since we viewed a lot of Pow-wows I wanted to add that they sometimes hold Hoop Dance Competitions.
Brittany, I really loved this video! I think the best part is the use of such modern music/instruments combined with the traditional dance. I also found myself wondering how in the world the dancer was able to perform with the hoops like that! Thank you so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a SICK video!! It is so cool how they integrate the music of today with the music of the people. It is totally hip using the modern drumming with an older flute/whistle. I really enjoyed your other videos. Check out the Cheiftans. They are always fun to listen to and have a great penny whistle player! Cheers!
ReplyDeleteAll good videos here, Brittany. Yes, the hoop dancing is always amazing--I can't imagine how many times I'd fall down if I tried to do some of it!
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