Zeibekiko

Zeibekiko (or Zeybekiko, Greek: Ζεϊμπέκικο) is considered an urban improvisational dance [Politis, Nikos. "The Zeibekiko dance: a unique example of a Greek folk dance of the 20th century, originating from Turkish Zeybek dance patterns". Research paper presented in the Hydra Rebetiko Conferences (2001-2006) [http://www.geocities.com/HydraGathering/2005politisistanbul.html] ] from Greece with a rhythmic pattern of 9/4 [Kilpatrick, David. "Ethnomusicology", Vol. 6, No. 3, "Canadian Issue" (Sep., 1972), p. 577.] or else 9/8 [ [http://www.geocities.com/HydraGathering/programme2003.html Hydra Rebetiko Conference (Programme 2003)] ] (broken down as 1/8 + 1/16 + 1/16 + 1/8 + 1/8 + 1/8 + 1/16 + 1/16 + 1/8 + 1/8 + 1/8). The dance originated from the Zeybek warriors of Anatolia and was partly introduced in Greece after the 1923 population exchanges following the Treaty of Lausanne. [ [http://www.geocities.com/ZeibekikoConference/ Zeibekiko Conference] ] Subsequently, the dance became naturalized in Greece and is now re-introduced in Turkey as a Greek dance. [ [http://www.geocities.com/ZeibekikoConference/ Zeibekiko Conference] ] It has been suggested that the Greek rebetiko composer Markos Vamvakaris from the island of Syros played an important role in shaping and popularizing this musical and dance genre. [Politis, Nikos. "The Zeibekiko dance: a unique example of a Greek folk dance of the 20th century, originating from Turkish Zeybek dance patterns". Research paper presented in the Hydra Rebetiko Conferences (2001-2006) [http://www.geocities.com/HydraGathering/2005politisistanbul.html] ] Zeibekiko is common in Greece and areas around the world with large Greek populations. Throughout history it has been known as an intensely personal dance. Only one man at a time may dance it. If another got up, it would be a cause for conflict and possible violence. However, in the 21st century a certain dance etiquette has evolved, seeing men either wait until the dancing man stops and then begin dancing, or standing up so the dancer gives them his place. In contemporary society, women may dance the Zeibekiko. Traditionally, applause was not sought nor commonly given, out of respect. This did not, however, lessen creativity, with dancers performing feats such as standing on a glass of wine or a chair, or picking up a table, adding a sense of braggadocio and humor. Zeibekiko songs are popular and vast - some of the more traditional Zeibekiko songs are "To Zeimpekiko Ths Eudokias".

ee also

*Zeibeks
*Zeybek dance
*List of dances
**Bouzouki
**Hasapiko
**Karşılama
**Rebetiko
**Tsifteteli

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