- The 5 typical dances of Piura
- 1- The huancabambino parade
- 2- The spinners of huancabamba
- 3- The pyruvian tondero
- 4- The little blacks of Ñari-Walac
- 5- The Piruana sailor
- References
The typical dances of Piura have their origins in ancient traditions of Peru. They tend to use body gestures to accentuate the message of the dance; for this reason it is believed that it is a tradition with a high influence of the theater.
The motives of these dances have to do with spirituality and ancient beliefs. They praise Mother Nature and highlight the benefits it brings to man. They also worship the Sun, animals, rivers, rain and plants, among others.
In this region the dances are not very abundant, since it is small and was moderately inhabited. However, they are known throughout Peru.
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The 5 typical dances of Piura
1- The huancabambino parade
The term "pasacalle" is originally from Ecuador and is defined as the musical composition that accompanies a processional dance. In other words, it is the music that marks the rhythm and moment of the dancers' journey.
It is danced in pairs and does not usually have a planned choreography. The dancers follow the rhythm set by the music and improvise together.
2- The spinners of huancabamba
This dance is celebrated during the patron saint festivities and also resembles a theatrical expression. It is a mixture of traditions from the Andes of Piura.
It represents two men or "handsome" who face each other, illustrating the old fights of knives or machetes.
They are also encouraged with alcohol and with the opportunity to pretend to be the most beautiful woman at the party.
Both men and women wear traditional costumes. The women even carry a distaff and thread and weave while they dance; hence the name of the dance.
3- The pyruvian tondero
This dance is typical of the northern coast of Peru, the Piruan coast.
It is a dance performed with stomping and violent steps, which are related to the tundas or "tonderos" that the natives received from their chiefs.
These dances were performed by black and Indian slaves in secret from their masters. It was a manifestation of discontent.
The costumes for this dance are the traditional clothing of the coastal villager: men wear shorts and women wear fringed dresses.
This dance is danced barefoot, to be in direct contact with Mother Earth.
4- The little blacks of Ñari-Walac
This dance belongs to the Talán culture and is related to the feast of the kings.
Since January 5, the town of Ñari-Walac is preparing for the festivities. On January 6, the Bajada de los Reyes takes place.
The kings are escorted on their way to the town by dancers disguised as blacks.
Upon reaching the stage located in front of the sanctuary, a 2-hour play begins that represents the arrival of the kings.
5- The Piruana sailor
This is a dance that represents the typical and traditional woman of the region.
The clothing is the party clothing of the piruanas, the music is happy and festive. The dance steps are characterized by tapping and insinuating exclamations, accompanied by clapping.
References
- The pyruvian tondero. (2007) enperublog.com
- Dances of Piura. (2016) resenasdanzasperu.blogspot.com
- Typical dances of Piura. (2010) Bellezapiurana.wordpress.com
- Dance of Piura. (2015) enperu.org
- Spanish and culture in Peru. udep.edu.pe