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  2. Dhaanto - Wikipedia

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    According to Somali gabay dhaanto was believed to have been created by the nomadic Ogaden/Jidwaaq and Marreexaan clans. The origin of dhaanto could be traced back to Gödey Somali region of Ethiopia. The dhaanto dance-song was revived in the early 20th century and it was used to raise the 'spirits' of soldiers and was often sung on horseback.

  3. Aar Maanta - Wikipedia

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    Singing alongside other Somali artists, Maanta gave his new rendition of the traditional Dhaanto Somali genre. [2] In February 2014, Maanta released his second record, the six track EP Somali Songs from the Diaspora. [13] His multinational supporting band provided session work on the album, with Maciek Pysz playing guitar on "Deeqa". The record ...

  4. Culture of Somalia - Wikipedia

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    Mosque of Islamic Solidarity Somalis performing the folk dance called Dhaanto. The culture of Somalia is an amalgamation of traditions that were developed independently since the Proto-Somali era. [1] The hypernym of the term Somali from a geopolitical sense is Horner and from an ethnic sense, it is Cushite. [2]

  5. Create a Lasting Memory With These Father-Daughter Dance Songs

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    30 Wholesome Father-Daughter Dance Songs Grant Daniels One of the most special moments between a dad and his little girl is the father-daughter dance they get to share on her wedding day.

  6. Music of Somalia - Wikipedia

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    Somali songs are pentatonic.That is, they only use five pitches per octave in contrast to a heptatonic (seven note) scale such as the major scale.At first listen, Somali music might be mistaken for the sounds of nearby regions such as Oromo in Ethiopia, Sudan or the Arabian Peninsula, but it is ultimately recognizable by its own unique tunes and styles.

  7. Soomaaliyeey toosoo - Wikipedia

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    Soomaaliyeey toosoo" is a well-known Somali song that dates from the early 1940s. It was first composed by Yusuf Haji Adam and Cali Mire Cawaale. It was first composed by Yusuf Haji Adam and Cali Mire Cawaale.

  8. Women in Somalia - Wikipedia

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    Many Somali women by tradition also wear gold necklaces and anklets. Xirsi, a quranic necklace, also worn in countries such as Ethiopia and Yemen, is also frequently worn. Henna is another important part of Somali culture. It is worn by Somali women on their hands, arms, feet and neck during weddings, Eid, Ramadan, and other festive occasions ...

  9. Buraanbur - Wikipedia

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    Buraanbur is a poetic form within traditional Somali poetry. It is usually composed by women. This traditional Somali art form is often recited with drums and paired with a dance. It is commonly performed at weddings and other gatherings.