Ethiopian Dancing

It is estimated that there are some one hundred and fifty unique dancing movements across Ethiopia and this is reflected in the diverse range of Ethiopian music which varies from folk music from the Horn of Africa to ancient Christian based music and the Muslim musical form of 'Manzuma' amongst others.

This video shows children performing traditional Ethiopian dancing. Keep your eye out for the little lad in white shorts and a top reflecting his country's colours.

He becomes totally absorbed by the dance and music and symbolises the sheer energy and joy of Ethiopian dancing where traditional dancing styles are based on movement of the upper body flowing out through the entire body creating a spiritual experience.