Nago dance
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Nago dance is a warrior dance performed during the Rada rituals of Haitian Vodou in reference to Ogou or Shango. The dance is an invocation to the Loa (deity). It channels the warriors fire, emphasizing strength, sharp movements, and resilience.[1]
Native nameHaitian Creole: Nago
EtymologyFon: yoruba
GenreHaitian Vodou
Tempothe 2/4 or 4/4 meter rhythm
| Native name | Haitian Creole: Nago |
|---|---|
| Etymology | Fon: yoruba |
| Genre | Haitian Vodou |
| Tempo | the 2/4 or 4/4 meter rhythm |
| Instrument | Rada drums |
| Origin | Yoruba peoples |
| Related dances | Rada Rite (Yanvalou, Zepaule, Mahi, Ibo) |
Description
The dance is describes by footwork, marching, and aggressive machete battle movements
Nago is also used to describe African Diaspora of Yoruba origin.
Nago Zepòl (Nago Shoulders) are a faster dance where the drumming speeds up
Origins
Nago dance originates from West Africa. Derived from the Yoruba peoples of present-day Nigeria area.
