Koroso Dance
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The Koroso dance is performed chiefly by the Hausa/Fulani people of northern Nigeria. The earliest history of the dance dates back several centuries. The dancers are traditionally dressed in colorful beads, which adorn their heads, wrists, and ankles. They also tie rattling beads, (koroso) for which the dance is named, to their ankles and wrists.
The Koroso dance involves a lot of acrobatic and traditional martial arts display. Usually the dancers perform in pairs, assisting each other to achieve superb form and movement. The accompanying music often dictates the particular dance routine. The dance places an importance on precision, uniform movement, and athleticism.
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