3/31/2024 0 Comments Andean flute music![]() ![]() In Quechua the word huay ñuni literally translates to a dance of twos, or dancing in pairs and the word huay ño means dance. It is said that the huayño developed during colonial Peruvian times (mid-1500s) and has a mix of indigenous flare with the popular urban dances of that time. This dance formed from pre-Columbian influences that include the indigenous peoples, the Quechua and Aymara. You can find it being performed in Chile, Bolivia, Argentina, and Ecuador but it originated and remains the most popular in Peru. The Huayño, or in Quechua the wayñu, is one of the most commonly practiced folkdances throughout the Andean mountain range. It is evident that the remoteness of these indigenous peoples of the Andean mountains has caused a lack of scholarly works that delve deeply into the history and steps of the dance style. ![]() Countries such as Peru, Ecuador, and Bolivia as well as many others are found along this region and they all contain some of the most complex folkdances and music styles that you’ll meet. Some of the most amazingly beautiful and rich cultures are located along this mountain range. The Andes mountain range, located in South America, is the longest mountain range in the world. ![]()
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