The tradition
Sasa, also spelled sāsā, is a type of folk dance from Samoa. Sasa is performed by all ages and genders, usually in groups and while seated. The word "sāsā" literally means "to strike", and is characterized by precise, rhythmic claps and intricate hand movements. The movements of sasa often depict Samoan practices and history, with individual gestures representing actions from everyday life, such as cooking, paddling canoes, or cleaning.¶
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Sasa is dance, according to the structured record cited below. This entry was generated automatically from that record and has not yet been reviewed by a person familiar with the tradition.1¶
The source record links this tradition to 2 external registers, which can be verified through the citation.1¶
What it mixes with
Artists and institutions
Sources
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| Source | Type | Publisher |
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| Wikidata: Sasa (Q7424953) | database | Wikidata |
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