- The 5 most representative dances of Tumbes
- 1- Dance of the kettle
- 2- The sailor
- 3- Dance of the Negroid
- 4- The huayno
- 5- Dance of the banana harvest
- References
The main dances of Tumbes include the dance of the kettle, the marinera, the dance of the Negroid, the huayno and the dance of the banana harvest. Throughout Peru and in the department of Tumbes there are many parties in which dance is the protagonist.
The dances of Tumbes arise from the cultural exchange between the indigenous, black and Spanish traditions.
Tumbes is located in the northeast of Peru, 30 kilometers from the border with Ecuador. It has a population of close to 150,000 inhabitants.
You may also be interested in the history of Tumbes.
The 5 most representative dances of Tumbes
1- Dance of the kettle
It is one of the most popular dances in Tumbes, and its origins come from the towns of San Juan de la Virgen, Garbanzal and Cerro Blanco.
It is danced in pairs and tends to recreate the courtship of the man towards the woman. The "kettle" tends to flee from the innuendo of the man with her nice dance movements.
The lady's attire for this dance comprises a long, wide fringed flower skirt and a white shirt. The men wear dark pants, a white shirt and a scarf around their necks.
2- The sailor
Its origins date back to the 19th century as a derivation of the zamacueca dance. It is danced in pairs although in a loose way, and its main attraction lies in the use of handkerchiefs that are waved in each movement.
The ladies usually dance barefoot and wearing wide dresses with wide white skirts. The gentlemen usually wear black pants and shirt, and a fique hat.
This dance has been declared Cultural Heritage of the Nation, since it mixes characteristics of the three cultures present in the area: the African, the Amerindian and the Spanish.
3- Dance of the Negroid
Its origins date back to the 17th century and it was a dance performed by black slaves. Although her rhythm is lively and lively, the lyrics of her songs tend to address the suffering and hardships of slavery.
The melody for this dance is played by guitars and the Peruvian cajon. The dress consists of two comfortable and loose pieces, for both men and women.
4- The huayno
It is a dance of pre-Hispanic origin, it was widely known throughout the Inca Empire and comes from Aymara and Quechua roots.
It is danced in pairs, loosely, to the rhythm of quenas, charangos, mandolins, requintos, violins, bandurrias and guitars. This shows the integration of Amerindian and Spanish instruments.
This dance is also linked to the courtship of couples. It has three beats: a slow one as a greeting, a climax that includes a strong tapping, and a final part in which the choice of the partner is simulated.
5- Dance of the banana harvest
This dance alludes to one of the main economic activities of the farmers of Tumbes.
It is danced after the end of the harvesting of the banana harvest framed in the festivities or revelries.
In these celebrations cumanas or improvisations are usually sung, with themes as varied as love or disputes. The instruments that accompany this dance are guitars or a cappella singing.
References
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- Murua, M; Gaibrois, M. (1987). General history of Peru. Retrieved on November 22, 2017 from: espeleokandil.org
- Valladolid, C. (2004). Notes for a dictionary of traditional dances of Peru. Retrieved on November 22, 2017 from: repositorio.cultura.gob.pe
- Typical dances of Tumbes. Retrieved on November 22, 2017 from: danzastipicasdetumbes.blogspot.com
- Tumbes Department. Retrieved on November 22, 2017 from: es.wikipedia.org