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Behind Kuria’s seven fast-fading dances

By Stanley Ongwae

Everyone who has ever attended a Kuria traditional dance will note something unique. Almost all start with the highest key possible and maintain the same tempo to climax. This is different from many other Kenyan traditional dances that reserve the high keys for the climax.

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