Drumbeat in Our Feet - Hardcover

Patricia A. Keeler; Julio Leitao

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 158430264X ISBN 13: 9781584302643

Publisher: Lee & Low Books, 2006

Synopsis

"Informative passages and lyrical verse explore the history and rhythmic qualities of traditional African dance as performed long ago and today. Note about Harlem-based African dance troupe Batoto Yetu, photographs, and map in backmatter"--Provided by publisher.Informative passages and lyrical verse explore the history and rhythmic qualities of traditional African dance as performed long ago and today.

About this title

From the Inside Flap:

If you can walk, you can dance. If you can talk, you can sing. —African proverb Come along as we explore the fascinating origins of African dance, as rich and diverse as the continent itself. Discover unique rituals, colorful costumes, and rhythmic instruments. Learn about dances that have been passed from generation to generation through the ages. See those very same dances come alive with a new generation of dancers. In captivating detail Drumbeat In Our Feet captures the beauty, history, and energy of African dance. Readers of all ages will delight in this drum-beating, hand-clapping, foot-stomping celebration of culture and tradition.

About the Author:

PATRICIA KEELER was first introduced to African dance by her stepdaughter who has been dancing for years. Pursuing the idea for a book, Keeler met Júlio Leitão and was inspired by the young dancers in his Batoto Yetu dance troupe. With this book Keeler hopes to introduce the richness of African dance to young readers everywhere. She lives with her husband in Hoboken, New Jersey. JÚLIO LEITÃO was born in Luena, Angola. He came to the United States in 1985 and has taught dance for more than fifteen years. He founded the Batoto Yetu African dance troupe for children in 1990. He views sharing the dances of his homeland with a new generation as a way to “make sure our first-hand account of history is passed on.” Leitão lives with his wife and daughter in New York City.

About this edition

• Publisher: Lee & Low Books
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 158430264X
• ISBN 13: 9781584302643
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 32