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Zurna and Davul. Zurna is a traditional Turkish wind instrument similar to a trumpet and flute, and Davul, a large drum, is the instrument used in Halay music.

The hype beats of the Zurna with the Davul create hype music fitting for the Halay.

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 Why is this dance important to the people that performed it

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 Why is this dance important to the people that performed it

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The Halay is connected with Turkish culture and heritage. Many people who perform

Halay has a sense of bonding. Halay is associated with celebrations and moments of joy

By performing the Halay, people participate in a tradition that has a long history from 1600 A.D to 2024 B.C

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Ancient Times (1600-1180) B.C The origins of Halay can be found back to ancient places around 1600- 1180 B.C where dances were done as part of their rituals

During the medieval Period (11th - 15th century) halay evolved.

Turkish Empire (1299 - 1922) Halay dances were done in villages, towns, and cities becoming a part of Turkish folk

In the modern era (2000-2024) Halay is what it is now a dance done by lots of people not just the people of Turkey

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Traditional wear, Jewelry and Footwear used for the halay

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Traditional wear, Jewelry and Footwear used for the halay

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Traditional wear. Trousers like shalvar or cakshir, with vests or jackets are usually for men while women wear colorful dresses or skirts.

Jewelry. Women usually wear necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and rings while men wear rings and watches.

Footwear. They usually wear leather sandals, boots, and slippers. Now they can wear wedding suits and leather shoes

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Is this dance associated with a particular holiday, religious practice, or celebration?

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Is this dance associated with a particular holiday, religious practice, or celebration?

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The Halay is done particularly during weddings, celebrations, and cultural events. The Halay shows happiness and cultural identity causing it to be performed at celebrations.

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halay#:~:text=Halay%20is%20the%20national%20dance,Turks%20and%20Kurds%20in%20Turkey.

https://eritrea.places-in-the-world.com/409492-place-halay.html https://nepaltraveller.com/sidetrack/341

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Types of music used to perform the dance

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Types of music used to perform the dance

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There is no specific song that can be played when you do the Halay, but usually, a hyped folk song is chosen for the dance.

The rhythm of the music matches the fast movements of the dancers, meaning that a hype song or a fast-paced song that speeds up every second is normally picked.

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The Halay dance is a form of expression for cultural groups in Turkey's cultural Identity and celebration.

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Here is a quick video of a group performing the Halay

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Here is a quick video of a group performing the Halay

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4K Video - BESTE HALAY Show EVER - Dügün/Hochzeit Saalvideo - Wedding-clip by Memories Foto & Video