American Indian Dance Steps

By Bessie Evans and May G. Evans

Book Overview

American Indian Dance Steps is a comprehensive guide to Native American dance steps written by Bessie Evans. The book covers a wide range of traditional dances from various tribes and regions across North America, including the Hopi, Navajo, Sioux, and many others. The first section of the book provides an overview of Native American dance traditions and their significance in tribal cultures. It also includes information about the various types of dances, such as social dances, ceremonial dances, and powwow dances. The second section of the book is dedicated to teaching the actual dance steps. Each dance is broken down into its individual steps, with detailed instructions and illustrations to help readers follow along. The steps are accompanied by information about the history and meaning behind each dance, as well as tips for performing them with authenticity and respect. Throughout the book, Evans emphasizes the importance of understanding and honoring Native American dance traditions. She encourages readers to approach the dances with reverence and to learn about the cultural context in which they originated. Overall, American Indian Dance Steps is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in learning about Native American dance or incorporating it into their own practice. It provides a detailed and respectful introduction to a rich and diverse cultural tradition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163140139
• ISBN13: 9781163140130
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 140 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.5" x 9.3"