中国少数民族舞蹈(英文版)/中国民族多元文化丛书

As one of the earliest art forms of humanity,dance has its roots in a11kinds of activities and is deeply ingrained in human social life.A lot of important activities,such as labor,daily living,hunting,war,sacrifice.entertainment and love,etc.,can be displayed by dance.It is also an expression of psychology and a way to express a beautiful vision of life and reveal emotions. Among the dances of the minorities in China,there are those originating in the labor of primitive society,wars between different tribes,and primitive religious activities,as well as those manifesting productive activities and social life in different development stages.

Chapter Ⅰ A Survey of the Dances of the Chinese Minorities
Chapter Ⅱ Dances of Minorities in the North
Ⅰ．Dances Characterized by Swan Walks and Willow Hand
Ⅱ．Dances of Riding and Shooting
Ⅲ．Dances Fired by Nomadic Spirits
Ⅳ．Dances Featuring the Fun in the Oasis
Chapter Ⅲ Dances of the Ethnic Groups in South China
Ⅰ．Dances Maintaining the Characteristics of Primitive Society
Ⅱ．Dances Featuring Rhythmic Stamping of Feet
Ⅲ．Dances Showing Charm and Grace
Ⅳ．Tibetan Dances
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