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The history of African-American social dance - Camille A. Brown

The history of African-American social dance - Camille A. Brown

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Why do we dance? African-American social dances started as a way for enslaved Africans to keep cultural traditions alive and retain a sense of inner freedom. They remain an affirmation of identity and independence. In this electric demonstration, packed with live performances, choreographer, educator and TED Fellow Camille A. Brown explores what happens when communities let loose and express themselves by dancing together. Lesson and choreography by Camille A. Brown, titles by Kozmonot Animation Studio
Date: 2020-08-22

Comments and reviews: 5


BRAVO! A much needed visual history of the African/African American origins of improvisational dances. I would like to see a lot more of the dances that weren't mentioned ( tap dance, Harlem Renaissance era, James Brown, Locking/Pop Locking, Breakdancing, House dancing, slow dancing, Freakin' (Twerking, etc.
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She did a very good summary; however, there are plenty of mores dances and music for those dances created by people of African descent. Good start, though!
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these copper tone people dancing are aboriginal american indians! not africans at all. we were never africans! stop giving them our culture.
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love to know the origins of street dance. the past is never gone. we're always and will always be pursuing freedom. respect!
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Love this video! It is informative and fun to watch. I'm going to share it with my Arts and Culture class. Excellent job!
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