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| Jodama
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| Jodama
promotes more history enriched African/African American entertainment
through drum and dance. To dispel any negative myths and
stereotypes that have been carried down through the years
and present how traditional African perspectives have been
shaped, beliefs and behaviors have been formed, and to bring
to the forefront the many positive and distinct contributions
that have been overlooked. We believe that in doing this,
every individual will not only increase their character building
skills, but will expand their appreciation for not only African
culture, but others as well. Dance and Music play an important
part in the life of African peoples. For it is considered
to be a major part of the African American expression. It
is performed to worship God, honor our ancestors, to make
hard work easier, to celebrate important events in the community
such as initiations, coming of age ceremonies, marriages,
funerals, births, deaths, and to celebrate the harvest. Not
only was it used for these purposes only, but was said to
be used as a form of communication among our people long
before any formal language ever came to exist. African drum
and dance were chosen to represent the nobility and tribute
of a great civilization. |
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