Siva Samoa is the Samoan term for a Samoan dance. Traditional Samoan dancing is one area of the culture that has been the least affected by western civilisation. It requires the dancer to retain grace; movement of the arms and hands are done so in a subtle but delicate manner.In earlier times, high chiefs or matais performed this special dance but modern day it is performed by a taupou. A version of siva samoa, called Mak Sa'moa, is a popular traditional dance style in Rotuma. Other forms of traditional Samoan dancing include the taualuga, siva afi, and sasa.
In American Samoa
Samoans have been involved in some of California's dances of the early 21st century, including Krumping and dances related to the hyphy movement of the San Francisco Bay area.Originated in Faga'lu by the Barber brothers. At times, these and other modern dances will be incorporated into traditional Samoan dances for performances. They integrate it to keep it pimpin, as was the founder, Young RaFey.
External links
- For more information see http://www.samoa.co.uk/dance.html
