Music and Dance Traditions of Africa: Search for Indigenous Theories and Methods in Research

Mawusi Foster Eddison
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Mawusi Foster Eddison: E. P. College of Education, Bimbilla

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2024, vol. 8, issue 6, 3173-3182

Abstract: This study investigates the theory and methodology of researching, understanding, and appreciating the music and dance traditions of Africa, emphasizing the need for indigenous perspectives. The discourse examined extensive scholarly works and theories related to African music and dance, focusing on contributions from both African and non-African researchers. It addresses misconceptions held by non-African researchers and highlights the contributions of African scholars in rectifying these views. The study underscores the distinction between “geo-Africa,†which focuses on the distribution and material culture of African ethnicities, and “eco-Africa,†which examines the relationship between human activities and the environment. African scholars argue for the importance of their voices in African cultural studies, as they are better positioned to understand and explain their traditions. The study concludes that African voices have significantly advanced the theory and method in this field, promoting a comprehensive and culturally relevant approach to researching, understanding, and appreciating African music and dance.

Date: 2024
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