Sunday, August 16, 2009

“Folklore Dance”


Timor-Leste has retained cultural ties with former colonies including Portugal. Among the other, Folklore dance is one of the most popular dance that live in the heart of Timorese.
Folklore dance is very cheerful and this resembles the cheerful life of the youngster. It is performed by couples dressed in the costume of traditional Portuguese ancestor.
Modern musical instruments such as guitars and tambourines are used to make fast beats and rhythm.
Today, to preserve the history of Portuguese in Timor-Leste, Timor Furak Group continue to perform Folklore dance with its own creativity.

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