Astraveda - Kavora Thaa | African Tribal Trance | Gelede festival | community bonding | 160 BPM | скачать в хорошем качестве

Astraveda - Kavora Thaa | African Tribal Trance | Gelede festival | community bonding | 160 BPM |

African dance plays a vital role in expressing social values, beliefs, and relationships within many African societies. Each traditional dance is created for a specific purpose, often combining ritual, education, celebration, and community bonding. Rather than being performed only for entertainment, these dances reflect the structure of society, honour elders and ancestors, reinforce moral values, and address social harmony. To truly understand different African dance styles, it is essential to understand the purpose for which each dance is performed. A powerful example is the Gelede festival of the Yoruba people in Nigeria and Benin. During this event, ritual and social life merge seamlessly. At midnight, the sacred Efe mask appears before the community, symbolising wisdom, authority, and spiritual balance. Through chants, incantations, and a strong stamping dance, the performer honours the Earth Mother and respected women elders, believed to hold spiritual influence within the community. The performance also includes praise songs for important individuals, carefully following social hierarchy. As the night progresses, the ritual transforms into communal celebration, inviting public participation until sunrise. Using humour, satire, and storytelling, Efe addresses social issues and unusual behaviour from the past year, helping guide the community through reflection, unity, and renewal.