Al-Razfa, a traditional performing art

UNESCO: Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity - 2015
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Description: Al-Razfa is a traditional performing art of the United Arab Emirates and Sultanate of Oman that was initially used in victory celebrations. Now, it is a popular form of communal entertainment seen at festive events, involving groups of men holding wooden replica rifles chanting verses, often featuring traditional Nabati poetry, to music. Sometimes girls participate by swinging their hair to the music. To appeal to a younger audience, instruments and music have been adapted. Skills transmission is informal within families.
Country(ies): United Arab Emirates; Oman
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