The historical origins of African dance

African dance has a long history. It is said that dance appeared on the African continent as early as 6,000 years ago. Dance is the oldest, most common and most important form of artistic expression of the African nation, and is a precious heritage of Africa's glorious culture.

There are many types of African dances, which can generally be divided into two categories: black dances south of the Sahara Desert and Arab dances popular in northern Africa. Black dance can be divided into traditional ceremonial dance and folk entertainment dance. African dance was created by the working people of Africa in their production activities. It is often used to express scenes such as burning wasteland, sowing, harvesting, hunting, and people's worship of totems. It maintains a simple national style and has antique characteristics. African dance has also been continuously improved and improved through long-term practice. It is deeply rooted among the people and is famous for its strong rhythm, rich emotions, abundant energy, majestic momentum and ever-changing dance postures. It occupies an important position in the world of culture and art. It is precisely because African dance has always maintained its unique style and fresh vitality that it is deeply loved by the African people and has become an indispensable and important part of people's daily life. No matter it is a city or a country, no matter whether people are in excitement or sadness, they always use dance to express their inner feelings.