“Baamaaya” was established in Ghana. It translates to fields are wet and was meant for a rain dance. It was ritual for them and whenever they wanted rain, they would all do the dance. Overtime, it has changed a lot, now its used during Funerals. I don’t think it has a positive or negative changes beside that fact they just changed to context of the songs. The steps in the dance are still the same as they were before.

“Washerwoman’s Branle” was created in the 17th century in Paris, France. The performs would dance in a circle and would hold hands in the steps. The dance was based on a peasant dance. It was meant for someone to find a worthy partner. The performers would get close in order to dance. Nothing has changed then and now because the steps are still the same. In the video we watched in class, the students were laughing while dancing, so I’m thinking this as a positive effect because they are enjoying themselves and having a good time.