Toyi-Toyi Dance Revolution: The Rhythms of South African Protest | Ethnomusicology Explained!

Dive into Part 3 of our South African music series with a focus on the powerful toyi-toyi, a dance that became the heartbeat of protest against apartheid. Experience the energy and the spirit of resistance through the rhythmic chants and moves that once empowered Zimbabwean freedom fighters and learn how it evolved into a symbol of unity and defiance in South Africa. Texts: Michie and Gamede, 'The Toyi-toyi was our Weapon' in Sounds of Resistance: The Role of Music in Multicultural Activism (2013). Hirsch, Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony (2002) Music: ANC Youth Choir - Toyi-toyi Rhythm The video is about "Toyi-Toyi Dance Revolution: The Rhythms of South African Protest" but also tries to cover the following subjects: Dance of Defiance Cultural Expression Movement and Chant. TITLE : Toyi-Toyi Dance Revolution: The Rhythms of South African Protest | Ethnomusicology Explained! ✅ Subscribe To My Channel For More Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@ethnomusicexplained/?sub_confirmation=1 ✅ Stay Connected With Me: 👉 (X)Twitter: https://twitter.com/EthnoMusicEx 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ethnomusicologyexplained/ ============================== ✅ Other Videos You Might Be Interested In Watching: 👉 Unraveling The Origins of Music: A Deep Dive into Music’s Beginnings | Ethnomusicology Explained! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVrSaLrmbVw 👉 Exploring World Music: Impact and Globalization | Ethnomusicology Explained! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thSJxKm2p4k 👉 Kwela: The Penny Whistle Phenomenon of 1950s South Africa | Ethnomusicology Explained! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5iNtSNTvDs 👉 The Impact Of Music: Why It Matters In Everyday Life | Ethnomusicology Explained! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lY1XIPipFfo&feature=youtu.be ============================= ✅ About Ethnomusicology Explained!: Ethnomusicology Explained! is a free educational channel dedicated to all things related to the scholarly discussion of music. For Collaboration and Business inquiries, please use the contact information below: 📩 Email: [email protected] 🔔 Subscribe to my channel for more videos: https://www.youtube.com/@ethnomusicexplained/?sub_confirmation=1 ===================== #toyitoyi #southafricanculture #protestdance #antiaartheidmovement #africandance #politicalprotest #rhythmicchanting #danceintimidation Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of reading any of our publications. You acknowledge that you use the information we provide at your own risk. Do your own research. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use © Ethnomusicology Explained!