dance ethnology

Dance ethnology is the study of dance as a cultural expression, exploring how different societies create, perform, and interpret dance within their unique social, historical, and environmental contexts. It examines traditional and contemporary dance forms to understand their meanings, functions, and significance in people's lives. By analyzing movement, costumes, music, and rituals, dance ethnologists gain insights into cultural identities, values, and social structures, preserving and respecting diverse cultural practices through a scholarly lens.