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Pow Wow Booklet 2020

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MEN AND WOMEN'S TRADITIONAL The style of Men's Traditional has been carried on by men throughout the ages. Each Nation has its own unique version. Men's Traditional dancers often spend years assembling their regalia, collecting different pieces throughout their life. Their regalia will often include sacred items and other items of personal importance. The steps and movements tell the story of a warrior preparing himself for battle as well as the story of the exploits of battle and hunting expeditions. Women's Traditional dance takes its essence from the women's traditional roles of being the caregivers and nurturers of the family and the backbone of the community. Women's Traditional dancers portray an aura of elegance, dignity and grace at a Pow Wow, and are looked upon with great respect. A particular feature of the Women's Traditional dance is that the feet are always kept close to the ground and one foot is always in contact with the earth to refl ect all women's connection to Mother Earth. The steady fl ow of the movement of life upon the back of the earth is also represented in the slow, rhythmic steps, which make the fringes of their shawls sway as they walk. Another feature of the dance is its bouncing movements. Sometimes using sidesteps to circle the arena. Women's Traditional dancers demonstrate strength and poise. GeorgianCollege.ca 11

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