Bakiga Dance - Uganda #3 is a drawing by Gloria Ssali which was uploaded on July 23rd, 2013.
Bakiga Dance - Uganda #3
The form of dance for the Bakiga is called the Ekizino. Ekizino is a royal dance from the Bakiga people of Kigezi, which is known as Switzerland of... more
by Gloria Ssali
Title
Bakiga Dance - Uganda #3
Artist
Gloria Ssali
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Drawing
Description
The form of dance for the Bakiga is called the Ekizino. Ekizino is a royal dance from the Bakiga people of Kigezi, which is known as "Switzerland of Africa" because of its weather and landscape similar to most European countries. During colder months, Ekizino is the warm-up dance. Since Kigezi is a hilly region, the men who go out farming early in the morning cold must jump around for a while to get warm, and also to stretch their muscles after work. Traditionally, the people also used to stamp the ground until they found signs of water. Therefore, this dance represents their jumping and stamping.
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July 23rd, 2013
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Comments (34)
Dawn Senior-Trask
What entertainment and deep spriritual experience the traditional dances must offer, everyone leaving with new insights and inspriration. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge in the descriptions, as well as giving us a glimpse of the essence of the artistic performances. As always, such grace and beauty you achieve here! v/f
Marsha Heiken
Wow,This is so cool. Love how you put action in this drawing. Amazing. Thanks for the Precious comment,Hugs,Marsha FV
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