DANC 330: Afro-Caribbean Video Viewing Response Katherine Hagedorn defines the main goal of the ritual ceremonies that incorporate rhythms of the bata drum‚ songs‚ and dances is to "summon the santos to the earth‚ so that the deities may soothe those who are grieving‚ heal those who are sick‚ rebuke those who have acted unwisely‚ bless those who appear to be deserving‚ and set the tone for the next fee weeks or months in the community"(76). In this description is where I found the greatest
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They were historically used as tents‚ for ceremonies‚ and hunting. C. Some of you may or may not have heard of a Native American Powwow. a. A Powwow is a spiritual ceremony which men and women dance and sing in circles and groups to celebrate the circle of life and death. They normally include food‚ chanting‚ drums‚ and spiritual believers. b. A “pau-wau” was a term given to a healing ceremony conducted by people of religious or spiritual power. c. When European settlers
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the main focal point should be the actual ceremony uniting the man and woman‚ that is rarely the case. There are so many details to work out from the color scheme to the reception menu that you have no option but to stay completely focused. Anyone that has been involved in planning a wedding before will tell you that once you get the "big four" out of the way you’re almost home free. The "big four" in the wedding planning world are: deciding where the ceremony will be held‚ choosing a reception venue
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one would think. However‚ when looking at Walter Bower’s ’revamped’ works of Fordun’s account we notice that he opposes with Fordun at certain points. Bower suggests to the readers that the ceremony was performed almost exactly like a pre-twelfth century ceremony. This creates the idea that the inaugural ceremonies were not related to the Norman conquest of England. He then goes on to say that after knowing the poet was present at the event‚ there is little or no doubt that he would have been the one
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History of the Olympics The Olympic Games originated long ago in ancient Greece. Exactly when the Games were first held and what circumstances led to their creation is uncertain. We do know‚ however‚ that the Games were a direct outgrowth of the values and beliefs of Greek society. The Greeks idealized physical fitness and mental discipline‚ and they believed that excellence in those areas honored Zeus‚ the greatest of all their gods. One legend about the origin of the Olympic Games revolves around
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The definition of an inauguration is known as a formal ceremony to mark the beginning of a major political leader’s term of office. A ceremony in which the streets of Washington D.C are filled with not thousands‚ but millions of people. In every inauguration the president whom will serve the term must repeat the words “I do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of President of the United States‚ and will‚ to the best of my ability‚ preserve‚ protect‚ and defend the Constitution
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with gongs and flute-like instruments accompanies the bride parade to groom’s home. Similar music is also played at the wedding banquet. Depending on the region that the bride hails from‚ Chinese weddings will have different traditions such as Tea Ceremony or the use of a wedding emcee. In most southern Chinese wedding‚ the bride price is based on the groom’s economic status. The idea of "selling the daughter" or bride isn’t a phrase that is used often therefore the price of the bride isn’t too demanding
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Each Native American tribe has its own special traditions for ceremonies and music however‚ they all tie their music into spiritual beliefs and it is traditional for percussion instruments to be use. It is typical that in their ceremonies‚ they embrace the earth by not wearing shoes‚ so their feet are in the ground‚ wear costumes and dance to their music. The men tend to lead the ceremonies and the women are usually vocables. I found the Water Drum to be particular interesting. With the belief in
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Apache tribe has different type of rituals for certain events as the tribe called it “as a coming-of-age ceremony” saying L. Kelley. Then on regular basis for the Apache tribe they perform spiritual rituals as to thank the spirits for good harvest. The Apache tribe has two different types of formal and informal traditions. Apache formal tradition are for rituals and dances during ceremonies which is informal. Both formal and informal tradition is meant to communicate with spirits or gods. When
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includes the engagement celebration‚ bridal shower‚ bachelor party and of course‚ wedding ceremony and the reception. Canadians are known the world over to be a nation of kind‚ generous and hospitable people. Naturally‚ that means that Canadian weddings can be some of the most memorable nuptial affairs on the planet. Like many countries‚ white wedding dresses and a formal dinner following the wedding ceremony are still very popular. In Canada‚ reception toasting often takes on the form of a `bride
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