Indigenous Performance: Folk, Traditional and Rituals

  • Unique Paper ID: 168116
  • PageNo: 1361-1366
  • Abstract:
  • Indigenous performances, folk traditions, and rituals are integral expressions of cultural identity, spirituality, and community among Indigenous peoples worldwide. These practices encompass dance, music, storytelling, and ceremonial acts, often rooted in a deep connection to nature and ancestral heritage. Dance rituals embody spiritual symbolism, invoking natural forces or marking life transitions, while traditional music—featuring drums, flutes, and vocal chants—enhances the spiritual and communal experience. Oral storytelling preserves historical narratives, cultural values, and cosmologies. Rituals, such as shamanic ceremonies or seasonal festivals, serve to maintain harmony between the community, the environment, and the spiritual world. Indigenous performances continue to play a vital role in preserving cultural heritage and fostering communal bonds.

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BibTeX

@article{168116,
        author = {Gurjeet Kaur},
        title = {Indigenous Performance: Folk, Traditional and Rituals},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2024},
        volume = {11},
        number = {4},
        pages = {1361-1366},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=168116},
        abstract = {Indigenous performances, folk traditions, and rituals are integral expressions of cultural identity, spirituality, and community among Indigenous peoples worldwide. These practices encompass dance, music, storytelling, and ceremonial acts, often rooted in a deep connection to nature and ancestral heritage. Dance rituals embody spiritual symbolism, invoking natural forces or marking life transitions, while traditional music—featuring drums, flutes, and vocal chants—enhances the spiritual and communal experience. Oral storytelling preserves historical narratives, cultural values, and cosmologies. Rituals, such as shamanic ceremonies or seasonal festivals, serve to maintain harmony between the community, the environment, and the spiritual world. Indigenous performances continue to play a vital role in preserving cultural heritage and fostering communal bonds.},
        keywords = {Indigenous, Cultural, Environment, Performance.},
        month = {September},
        }

Cite This Article

Kaur, G. (2024). Indigenous Performance: Folk, Traditional and Rituals. International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology (IJIRT), 11(4), 1361–1366.

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