BORBORBOR STREET CARNIVAL 2024
HO VOLTA REGION OF GHANA
BAMAYA FROM DAGBAMBA IN DAGBON
BAMAYA FROM DAGBAMBA IN DAGBON;
This dance suite is performed in remembrance of a calamity that once befell Dagbon in the middle of the 17th century. The performance of the dance reminds the people about a severe drought that befell the land, when in an attempt to find out the cause of the drought, the land gods were consulted.
The display provides a description of dancers moving their feet very swiftly and twist their waist many times as they dance round the drummers.
The dancers tie weaved embroidery belts on their waists and chins of jingles and cymbal bells tied to their feet to make rhythms as they shake and thump their feet while dancing.
Bamaya traditional dance is performed with a chorus song and chanting with a supported of brekete drum, dondo drum (locally called), rattles, Casta nuts bell and flutes.
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The Gadzo dance is a traditional African dance that originated from the Ewe people of Ghana, Togo, and Benin. It is an integral part of their cultural heritage and has been passed down through generations.
Gadzo is believed to have its roots in ancient war dances performed by warriors before going into battle. Over time, it evolved into a celebratory dance form that was performed during various social occasions such as weddings, funerals, festivals, and other community gatherings.
The name "Gadzo" translates to "old man's or elder's dance," signifying respect for the wisdom and experience of older members within the community. The movements in Gadzo are characterized by strong footwork patterns combined with intricate hand gestures accompanied by rhythmic drumming.
Traditionally performed outdoors on open grounds or village squares called durbar grounds (a term used across West Africa), Gadzo involves both men and women dancing together in synchronized formations led by skilled dancers known as master drummers or lead dancers who set the pace for others to follow.
Also, it's a form of entertainment at festive events. Gadzo also serves important social functions within Ewe society. It promotes unity among community members while preserving cultural traditions through storytelling embedded within its choreography. Through this expressive art form rooted deeply in history and tradition,Gadzo helps maintain communal bonds and passes down ancestral knowledge from one generation to another.
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Kpanlogo is a Ghanaian dance form, associated with the Ga ethnic group, who are traditionally located in the Greater Accra Regionv(Capital city of Ghana), which is in the South of the country Ghana. The folk song that accompany the drumming is a recreational piece that emerged in the late 1950s, around the time that Ghana gained its independence (in 1957). Although it was created primarily by young people as a form of entertainment, it contains musical motifs borrowed from older Ga pieces like Gome dance & folk songs, Kolomashie folk songs, and Oge, as well as highlife.
Also, Kpanlogo drum is most well known West African peg drum, smaller than a conga drum but of similar shape and sound which we used Antelope skin is traditionally for its head, producing a soft resonant tone, played with the hands. Currently, Cow skin is now more commonly used bringing a slightly differnt resonance.
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THE MOST FAMOUS EWE RHYTHM & DANCE IS AGBADZA from the volta region of Ghana. To tourists without any knowledge of Ewe drumming, this fun piece is simply known as "the chicken dance"
Today, Agbadza is a very popular recreational dance. It entertains people at funerals, weddings and any other get-together or party. Some traditional Ewe dances are reserved to people of a certain age group or religion. But any child, woman or great-grandfather is welcome to dance Agbadza.
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HAPPY NEW YEAR MESSAGE;
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Our dear customer, a Happy New Year, 2023 to you all ! ...
Thanks for always being a part to cherish our cultural dance entertainment. Also,
thanks for choosing our entertainment and wish you many prosperous days this New Year.
To all members, international associates groups and organizers, thank you all for being someone that I can count on. You all did a great job in 2022 for our organization. I appreciate all your dedications, enthusiasm, displays and the love for me. Have a Happy New Year.
From Mr. Tony
(MD)
