Fāgogo An oral story account told at night that Samoan children looked forward to after the day’s chores. Mostly told by older women, the accounts introduced and reinforced key moral principles, lessons, history, and song. Aue! A signal to the narrator of your appreciation, also a sign that you are awake and listening. Explore The Collective Dance, Canoe, Culture Digital Fagogo 7/19/20 Dance, Canoe, Culture Digital Fagogo 7/19/20 Why We Dance ʻAiuli The word ʻaiuli refers to the exuberant (often exaggerated and theatrical) dancing, gesticulating, and vocalizations that are performed by “accessory” participants around a solo dancer. Read More Explore By CategoryAdventure | Animals | Culture | Games | Identity | Love | Siblings | War
Dance, Canoe, Culture Digital Fagogo 7/19/20 Dance, Canoe, Culture Digital Fagogo 7/19/20 Why We Dance ʻAiuli The word ʻaiuli refers to the exuberant (often exaggerated and theatrical) dancing, gesticulating, and vocalizations that are performed by “accessory” participants around a solo dancer. Read More