The Fancy Dance is usually performed by young men, and was originated in the 1950s to attract Powwow visitors. The Fancy Dance is also known as the Bustle Dance, and is said to have come from Oklahoma. This dance is very flashy and colorful, and has the fastest movement of any other dance; and, therefore, requires that the dancer has stamina, strength, and coordination. What distinguishes the Fancy Dance is the outfit worn by the dancer—a twin bustle decorated with colorful fringe that flows freely while performing the ruffle with fast foot movements. The colorful fringe is said to represent the Rainbow Spirit. The headdress broach that the dancer wears has two feathers that are moving at all times while dancing; and at times, the dancer’s face is not seen because of the flowing fringe. Dancers also carry decorated coup sticks.
Posted on: Tue, 16 Dec 2014 13:16:23 +0000
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