Atsiagbekor is a traditional war dance of the Ewe people, originating in Ghana's Volta Region and extending to Togo and Benin. Historically performed to celebrate military victories, the dance reflects the bravery and strategic unity of Ewe warriors and their communities.

Atsiagbekor Atsiagbekor is among the oldest traditional dances of the Ewes of Southern Ghana, Togo, and Benin. Originally a war dance performed after the battle when the warriors returned to the...

Oct 12, 2015 · Atsiagbekor is among the oldest traditional dances of the Ewe-speaking people of Southern Ghana, Togo, and Benin. Originally a war dance performed after battle when the warriors returned to the village, it is now performed on many social occasions.

Oct 12, 2015 · Atsiagbekor is among the oldest traditional dances of the Ewe-speaking people of Southern Ghana, Togo, and Benin. Originally a war dance performed after battle when the warriors returned to the village, it is now performed on many social occasions.

Atsiagbekor is among the oldest traditional dances of the Ewe-speaking people of Southern Ghana, Togo, and Benin.

Dec 21, 2024 · Experience the captivating rhythms and movements of Atsiagbekor, performed by the Nutifafa Dance Ensemble. Rooted in the rich traditions of the Ewe people, Atsiagbekor is a dynamic and...

Feb 17, 2023 · Atsiagbekor Dance is one of the oldest traditional dances of the Ewes. It is a war dance performed after battle when the warriors return to the village and is now performed on many social occasions.

Mar 4, 2025 · Discover the rich cultural heritage of Ghana’s Volta Region through its traditional dances, including Agbadza, Borborbor, Atsiagbekor, and more. Explore the history, significance, and unique movements of these captivating performances.

Ewe Atsiagbekor Dance (Southeastern Ghana) Why might people dance, and how have dance trends changed in America since the 1920s?

Agbekor (agbekɔ) is a type of music and a style of dance by the West African peoples of Ewe and Fon. It is an ancient dance once known as Atamga, Ga meaning 'great', Atam meaning 'oath'. It is now performed by the people of Dzogadze, a farming community near Akatsi in the Southern part of the Volta Region of Ghana.