We talked about several Peruvian dances in class. I found a wonderful article that we used as a basis, and students enjoyed the new moves!
According to the author, dance is not just an entertainment form, but a channel of cultural expression. Since the beginning, mankind has danced for religious, mystical and medicinal purposes. Dance is, foremost, a complex language. By making elaborate movements, people communicated with one another, conveying a statement to their offspring and even established a bond with their Gods.
Dancing is essential for many Peruvians. Our dances are a truthful reflection of our vast multiculturalism. If you really love dancing, there is no other place in the world like Peru. Inheritors of an extensive history, few countries can match the incredible range of autochthonous and regional dances of Peru. Assimilating African, French, Spanish, Amazonian and Andean styles, Peru boasts more than a hundred dances.