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Traditional Dance of Greece

Traditional Dance of Greece
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This example of a bride’s dance from Greek Macedonia is a shuffling dance, typically performed in the village square and led by the bride. Only musical instruments accompany this dance, although many Greek bridal dances feature singing.
"The Bride's Dance" from Folk Dances of Greece (Cat.# Folkways FE 4467) (p)1956, 1962 Smithsonian/Folkways Recordings. All rights reserved./Susan McCartney/Photo Researchers, Inc.
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Greek Music; Culture; Folk Dance
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