Beni (music)

Deriving from English 'band', Beni is a popular wedding entertainment with a strong focus on rhythm and dance, and audience participation. Beni originated in Zanzibar around the turn of the 20th century as a mockery of colonial style military bands.[1]

In Zanzibar, Beni is performed both as a street parade and stationary as a wedding dance.

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References

  1. ↑ "Beni - Zanzibar Travel Guide". www.zanzibar-travel-guide.com. Retrieved 20 April 2018.
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