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In 1978, Patrick McNaughton witnessed a bird dance masquerade in the small town of Dogoduman. He was so affected by this performance that its dazzling artistic power has never left him. As he revisits that very special evening in A Bird Dance near Saturday City, McNaughton carefully considers the components of the performance, its pace, the performers, and what the entire experience means for understandings of Bamana and West African aesthetics and culture. The performance of virtuoso dancer Sidi Ballo becomes McNaughton's vehicle for understanding the power of individuals in African art and the power of aesthetics as a cultural phenomenon. Topics such as what makes art effective, what makes it "good," how production is wrapped in individual virtuosity, and what individual artistry suggests about society reveal how individuals work together to create the indelible experience of outstanding performance. This exuberant and captivating book will influence views of society, culture, art, history, and their makers in West Africa for years to come. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, published by American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) on February 1, 1993. The length of the article is 3017 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: The current dance curricula should be modified to include the study of African-American dance. This will entail the revision of the view of African and African-American dances as anthropological topics and the recognition of the influences, artists' works and the historical context of these dance forms. An initial step in this direction is the development of the Swarthmore model which integrates the studies of African dance techniques and history. Such integration will enhance dancers' education and appreciation of African and African-American dance as an art form.

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Title: African-American dance in curricula: modes of inclusion. (Pathways to Aesthetic Literacy: Revealing Culture in the Dance Curriculum)
Author: Kariamu Welsh Asante
Publication: JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (Refereed)
Date: February 1, 1993
Publisher: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)
Volume: v64Issue: n2Page: p48(4)

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This digital document is an article from JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, published by American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) on May 1, 1994. The length of the article is 2651 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: Simulation of the Caribbean Carnival celebrations in the contemporary classroom setting will promote personal creativity and appreciation of Caribbean history and culture among the students. The exploration of Caribbean dance forms such as Bamboula, Mento, Beguine, Bele, L'Ag Ya, Pocomania, Macabreta and Calenda also provides an opportunity for the students to understand the mechanics of dance and experience the universality of rhythms and movement.

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Title: Carnival: expanding the classroom boundaries. (Caribbean Carnival festivals) (Dance Dynamics - African Dance) (Cover Story)
Author: Leah Creque-Harris
Publication: JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (Refereed)
Date: May 1, 1994
Publisher: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)
Volume: v65Issue: n5Page: p31(5)

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This digital document is an article from Encyclopedia of African-American Culture and History, 2nd ed., brought to you by Gale®, a part of Cengage Learning, a world leader in e-research and educational publishing for libraries, schools and businesses.The length of the article is 1992 words.The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase.You can view it with any web browser.The Early Civilizations in the Americas Reference Library provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the regions of the American continents in which two of the world's first civilizations developed: Mesoamerica (the name for the lands in which ancient civilizations arose in Central America and Mexico) and the Andes Mountains region of South America (in present-day Peru and parts of Bolivia, northern Argentina, and Ecuador). In both regions, the history of civilization goes back thousands of years. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, published by Thomson Gale on May 1, 2007. The length of the article is 1953 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Why we all should learn to dance: reflecting on the African cultural heritage.(Editorial)
Author: Sheila A. Ward
Publication: JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 1, 2007
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 78Issue: 5Page: 3(5)

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Chapters: South African Classical Musicians, South African Dance Musicians, South African Drum and Bass Musicians, South African Folk Musicians, South African Jazz Musicians, South African Rhythm and Blues Musicians, South African Rock Musicians, Hugh Masekela, Jim Neversink, Ashton Nyte, Counterstrike, Abdullah Ibrahim, Alex Van Heerden, Tsakani Mhinga, Sathima Bea Benjamin, Watkin Tudor Jones, John Edmond, Clem Tholet, Michael Rosenzweig, Bheki Mseleku, Dj Sfr, Markus Wormstorm, Jonathan Butler, Johnny Dyani, Marcus Wyatt, Don Laka, Louis Moholo, Al Paton, Khalil, Kippie Moeketsi, Winston Ngozi Mankunku, Pops Mohamed, Felix Laband, Zim Ngqawana, Paul Hanmer, Harry Miller, Jonas Gwangwa, Moses Khumalo, Andile Yenana, Nikele Moyake, Seleke Botsime. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 123. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: Jim Neversink (born Michael James Whitehead, 16 June 1969 in Durban) is a South African musician, singer and songwriter. His musical style spans over indie rock, country, americana and punk. He is best known as a solo artist who performs with changing line-ups. As such, he has released two albums to critical acclaim; despite being released on independent labels, both were included in best-album lists in South African magazines as well as in Billboard Magazine. Most recently, three South African newspapers also listed Neversink albums among their albums of the decade. Before he went solo, Neversink was the co-founder and lead guitarist of "Famous Curtain Trick", a country/pop/rock band which rose to mainstream popularity in South Africa in the 1990s and was nominated for a SAMA Award. His most notable instrument is the guitar, including a home-built lap steel guitar. Neversink was born in Durban on 16 June 1969. Growing up in Durban, he would listen to jazz, blues an...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=24087144 ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, published by American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) on May 1, 1994. The length of the article is 3337 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: The establishment of the Multicultural Children's Art Connection (MCAC) has addressed the needs of colored children in St. Cloud, MN, by advocating the use of artistic expression to teach children how to live and work together in a multicultural society. MCAC's intial program, the Full House Children's Dance Company, has also enhanced racial awareness among the predominantly white population of St. Cloud, through dance performances presented from an African-American perspective.

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Title: Dance for social change: Full House Children's Dance Company. (Dance Dynamics - African Dance) (Cover Story)
Author: Debra L. Leigh
Publication: JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (Refereed)
Date: May 1, 1994
Publisher: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)
Volume: v65Issue: n5Page: p39(5)

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This digital document is an article from Dance Magazine, published by Dance Magazine, Inc. on January 1, 2010. The length of the article is 1247 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Finding the power: building community, IABD gives African American artists an enduring platform.(International Association of Blacks in Dance )
Author: Charmaine Patricia Warren
Publication: Dance Magazine (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2010
Publisher: Dance Magazine, Inc.
Volume: 84Issue: 1Page: 92(3)

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High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! In thisarticle African dance refers mainly to thedance of Sub-Saharan Africa, and more appropriatelyAfrican dances because of the many cultural differences in musical and movement styles. These dances must be viewed in close connection with African Music, as many African languages have no word to define music. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Journal of Southern History, published by Southern Historical Association on May 1, 2008. The length of the article is 774 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: The Dance of Freedom: Texas African Americans during Reconstruction.(Book review)
Author: Carl H. Moneyhon
Publication: Journal of Southern History (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 1, 2008
Publisher: Southern Historical Association
Volume: 74Issue: 2Page: 478(2)

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Book of black and white photos of Ghanaian dances ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Dance Magazine, published by Dance Magazine, Inc. on April 1, 2009. The length of the article is 666 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: A Philadelphia company goes to Guinea: bringing African tradition back to the U.S.(dance matters)
Author: Clare Croft
Publication: Dance Magazine (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 1, 2009
Publisher: Dance Magazine, Inc.
Volume: 83Issue: 4Page: 18(1)

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This digital document is an article from JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, published by American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) on May 1, 1994. The length of the article is 2103 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: The use of Afrocentric methodology, which consider the history of African enslavement and segregation in the US, effectively motivates African and Afro-American students to learn more about themselves and their culture. Afrocentricity acknowledges the need to provide children with a cultural identity to facilitate their education and personal development. Afrocentric materials such as African dance and other creative arts derived from Africa allow children to physically experience norms and values from a distinctly African perspective.

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Title: Afrocentricity: moving outside of the comfort zone. (Dance Dynamics - African Dance) (Cover Story)
Author: C. S'Thembile West
Publication: JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (Refereed)
Date: May 1, 1994
Publisher: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)
Volume: v65Issue: n5Page: p28(3)

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Often referred to as the continent of contrast, Africa has distinct differences in language, music, culture and rhythms. Featuring Ashanti-Sebei, this is an introduction into the artistically rich African culture through dance, music, songs and clothing. Students participate in an exciting performance that blends Eastern and Western Cultures. Margo dances the welcome dance "Fanga", while rhythms are played by David and Tony. Explanation and verbal welcome are given while common words are spoken and taught to the audience and hand games are played. Students are then invited on stage to participate in a joyous rendition of an African counting song called Kye Kye Kule - a call and response Simon-says type song. Video is in hard clamshell box with no artwork. ... Read more