I disagree. Sure, he's using movements associated with Chango, but they are completely unrelated to what's happening rhythmically. Each rhythm has steps/movements associated with it. You must respect the drum. And c'mon, he's representing Chango of all Orishas!!!
Personally, I would find a very experienced, Cuban teacher (at least 10-15 years or more) who teaches you what each movement represents, how each is linked to a specific rhythm (e.g., chacha lokufon, iyesa), and how to listen for rhythmic changes. I would recommend joining the "We Love Afro-Cuban Dance" group on Facebook. I can also recommend specific teachers, but the ones I know best are in the U.S. I hope this helps and I'm glad for your interest and respect!
@orishadance I agree with you totally........but i also think that the lack of real drums made it what it is, assuming that there weren't any. Sango the Orisa of dance and the owner of the BATA DRUM. I feel that when dancing, especially for the orisas, real drums should be used instead of backing tracks.
@ orishadance. Must agree with u.
Thx for the fb group info.
vbsalsa 5 months ago
I disagree. Sure, he's using movements associated with Chango, but they are completely unrelated to what's happening rhythmically. Each rhythm has steps/movements associated with it. You must respect the drum. And c'mon, he's representing Chango of all Orishas!!!
orishadance 2 years ago
whoa, is that really so? sounds great :) Where should I look for sources of such knowledge?
DirectoACzarkow 2 years ago
Personally, I would find a very experienced, Cuban teacher (at least 10-15 years or more) who teaches you what each movement represents, how each is linked to a specific rhythm (e.g., chacha lokufon, iyesa), and how to listen for rhythmic changes. I would recommend joining the "We Love Afro-Cuban Dance" group on Facebook. I can also recommend specific teachers, but the ones I know best are in the U.S. I hope this helps and I'm glad for your interest and respect!
orishadance 2 years ago
@orishadance I agree with you totally........but i also think that the lack of real drums made it what it is, assuming that there weren't any. Sango the Orisa of dance and the owner of the BATA DRUM. I feel that when dancing, especially for the orisas, real drums should be used instead of backing tracks.
Sexy5156 1 month ago
Wow! Not bad for european
Senkamosgaz 2 years ago