2m

Traditional Songs and Dance

Jeannie Barbour

• Culture

Jeannie Barbour describes the social nature in today’s traditional songs and dances, as well as the different roles of men and women.

1m

Shell Shakers: Stomp Dance Rhythm-Makers

Experience Chickasaw History and Culture

• Culture

Turtle shell shakers are used in traditional stomp dances and are worn on the legs of Chickasaw women.

1m

Eddie Postoak: Stomp Dance Prayer

Experience Chickasaw History and Culture

Cultural demonstrator Eddie Postoak describes the stomp dance, every aspect of which is spiritual and of central significance to the Chickasaws.

4m

The Chickasaw Cultural Center: Stomp Dance Demonstration

Experience Chickasaw History and Culture

• Culture

The Stomp Dance is an important aspect of Chickasaw culture that illustrates the Nation's spiritual and musical connection to the environment.

1m 30s

Traditional Stomp Dancing

Joshua Hinson, Director, Language Department, Division of Culture & Humanities, Chickasaw Nation

Joshua Hinson explains how stomp dance is a ceremonial tradition for the people of Southwestern tribes.

2m 30s

Chickasaw Dance Troupe

Jesse Lindsey, Cultural Activities Coordinator

Members of the Chickasaw Dance Troupe help to preserve traditional social dances that have been performed for generations.