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| ⚫ | '''Zeibekiko''' (Greek: ζεϊμπέκικο) is a ] improvisational ]. Its name comes from the ] people of ]. The term can also describe the music which accompanies the Zeibekiko dance, played in a 9/8 rhythm. This rhythm is common in ] and is called ''Zeybeği''. | ||
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| Zeibekiko is a personal dance. Only one man |
The Zeibekiko is a personal dance. Only one man at a time may dance it. If another gets up, it is a cause for conflict and possible violence. Women were traditionally not allowed to dance the ''zeibekiko'' unless they were ]s. The dancer is surrounded by other people, who crouch on their knees while clapping for the dancer. | ||
| Throwing plates |
Throwing plates at the dancer's feet rarely happens and is not part of the ], despite the belief of some foreigners that it is a widespread ] custom. Throwing flowers or other items that won't injure anyone (for example, ] plates) for the crowd to find is more common. | ||
| The Zeibekiko is one of the most renowned Greek dances. It is commonly referred to as the dance of dances, requiring incredible ]ism, balance, and creativity. This creativity serves to add to the mood of the ''zeibekiko'', one of self |
The Zeibekiko is one of the most renowned Greek dances. It is commonly referred to as the dance of dances, requiring incredible ]ism, balance, and creativity. This creativity serves to add to the mood of the ''zeibekiko'', one of self-expression and kinship with the traditionally somber lyrics to which the dance is performed. Hence in the old days, applause was not sought after nor commonly given, out of respect. This did not, however, lessen creativity, with dancers performing feats such as standing on a glass of wine or a chair, or picking up a table, adding a sense of braggadocio and humor. | ||
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Zeibekiko (Greek: ζεϊμπέκικο) is a Greek improvisational solo dance. Its name comes from the Zeibek people of Asia Minor. The term can also describe the music which accompanies the Zeibekiko dance, played in a 9/8 rhythm. This rhythm is common in Turkish music and is called Zeybeği.
The Zeibekiko is a personal dance. Only one man at a time may dance it. If another gets up, it is a cause for conflict and possible violence. Women were traditionally not allowed to dance the zeibekiko unless they were prostitutes. The dancer is surrounded by other people, who crouch on their knees while clapping for the dancer.
Throwing plates at the dancer's feet rarely happens and is not part of the tradition, despite the belief of some foreigners that it is a widespread Greek custom. Throwing flowers or other items that won't injure anyone (for example, plastic plates) for the crowd to find is more common.
The Zeibekiko is one of the most renowned Greek dances. It is commonly referred to as the dance of dances, requiring incredible athleticism, balance, and creativity. This creativity serves to add to the mood of the zeibekiko, one of self-expression and kinship with the traditionally somber lyrics to which the dance is performed. Hence in the old days, applause was not sought after nor commonly given, out of respect. This did not, however, lessen creativity, with dancers performing feats such as standing on a glass of wine or a chair, or picking up a table, adding a sense of braggadocio and humor.
See also
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