African dance has a long history, it is said that as early as 6,000 years ago on the continent has appeared dance. Dance is the oldest, most common, the most important form of artistic expression of the African nation, is the valuable heritage of Africa's glorious culture. There are many kinds of African dances, which can be roughly divided into two categories: the black dances of the sub-Saharan desert and the Arab dances popular in the northern part of Africa. Black dance can be divided into traditional ceremonial dance and folk entertainment dance. African dance is the African working people in the production activities created, mostly used to show the burning, sowing, harvesting, hunting and other scenes and people on the totem of the sneer worship, to maintain a simple national style, with the characteristics of the ancient flavor and color. African dance is also in the long-term practice of continuous improvement and enhancement, it is y rooted in the people, with a strong rhythm, rich feelings, full of vitality, majestic momentum and a variety of dance is known in the world, in the world of culture and art in the garden occupies an important position. It is because African dance has always maintained its unique style and fresh vitality that it is loved by African people and has become an indispensable and important part of people's daily life. Whether in the city or in the countryside, and no matter whether people are in the midst of excitement or in the midst of sadness, they always use dance to express their feelings in the inner world. Watching African dance not only gives people the enjoyment of beauty, but also gives people confidence and strength. African dance movements are rough and powerful, and the melody is strong and touching. The dancers often violently shake their heads, undulate their chests, flex their waists, swing their hips, twist their arms, shake their hands and feet, turn their eyes, etc., and almost every part of their bodies are in violent motion. Within a few minutes, the dancers will be sweating and panting, and each performs as if they are mesmerized and meticulous. In many local dances in Africa, the men are naked, painted with black and white patterns, the lower body around a variety of skirts made of animal skins, the head inserted in a variety of colors of feathers. Women dressed in classical national costumes, wrists and ankles entwined with a string of shells, animal bone fragments and small bells, shells and bells issued a pleasant ringing sound, feathers and animal skins like colorful clouds fluttering, so that the viewer dazzled, refreshing. African dance forms of expression are rich and colorful, and different areas appear to be diverse. Ghana, a country located in West Africa, is one of the oldest countries in Africa, with a long national history and splendid ancient culture, folk traditional dance is very developed, known as "the home of African dance" title. Although Ghana's traditional folk dances are diverse, they can be broadly categorized by religion, geography, climate, and so on. Among the traditional dances of Ghana, those influenced by religion account for a very large proportion. Religious dances in Ghana are generally danced at the time of ancestor, god and object offerings, and are characterized by strict structure, complex movements, and singing while dancing. The chants are in a special language of worship, poetry and customs, which the dancers can only master after rigorous training. Famous religious dances in Ghana include the Yaya Dance of the Ewe, the Abo Dance of the Brongs, and the Tigali Dance of the Northern Region. There are many traditional folk rituals in Ghana, and almost every time a ritual is performed, a dance appropriate to the ritual is performed, especially at funerals, where a dance is absolutely indispensable, otherwise it is considered an unlucky omen. One of the most frequent dances at funerals is the Ashanti Adowa dance. This dance is performed in a variety of ways, both solo and in a group, with both men and women making for a wonderful spectacle. It is also danced in public as a social dance and before the outbreak of war to boost the morale of the people. During the dance, musical instruments made of gourds and beads are played, a metal gong is struck to accompany the dance, and onlookers clap their hands in harmony. The Fontenfroem dance is a dance performed by Ghanaians on the most solemn occasions, and is named after the use of the Fontenfroem drums to accompany the dance. Fontenfroem drums have a deep tone, and their sound, like a sob, is solemn and sacred, which makes one feel a sense of reverence after listening to it. The dancers express their deepest feelings with beautiful postures and vigorous movements. Asafo dance is one of the grandest dances in Ghana, which is often used to show the spectacular scenes of war, and is therefore also called "war dance" or "patriotic dance". Under the accompaniment of majestic drums and loud trumpets, hundreds of dancers dressed as soldiers, waving spears and bows and arrows, and singing battle songs, all in high spirits and majesty. The modern dance popular in Ghana is called the Halev dance, which is developed from traditional dances and has a strong sense of rhythm, and is accompanied by African drums in addition to orchestral instruments. Along with the song, music and drums, the dancers dance freely and unrestrainedly, with open movements, reflecting a strong African style. Halev dance is a kind of dance that combines the advantages of Eastern and Western dances, and it is widely welcomed by people and has transcended the Ghanaian border and become popular in many African countries. In Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and other countries in East Africa, people love to dance a dance called "machete dance". In a burst of impassioned "da da, da da da" drums, a number of young men dressed as martial arts soil on stage, they wear animal skins on their waists, feet wrapped in bells, with a rapid and athletic dance, vigorously shaking the dark body, the hands of the shiny machete left and right, the stage issued a rhythmic dull sound, like a tiger going down the mountain, like a lion coming out of the forest, the audience held their breath, the machete dance. The audience stared with bated breath, as if they were on the battlefield of killing the enemy. This vibrant dance atmosphere is fascinating and invigorating. North Africa's residents love to dance rich in Arabian style. This blend of West Asia and Africa culture and habits of Arab dance relaxed and stretching, passionate, lively and cheerful, but the dance action is difficult, and more to use the name of the Andalusian music accompaniment. Male dancers action strong and powerful, lower limbs and feet frequently stamping, issued a burst of loud sound; female dancers highlight the upper limbs and waist action, like light clouds and mist, soft and sentimental, frequently to the audience charming smile, leading to the audience erupted in a burst of thunderous applause. In Egypt and other countries in the popular folk called "Oriental Dance" dance, this dance for women's single dance. The dancers were born in a beautiful posture, meaning enchanting, very beautiful. If the Chinese with a certain knowledge of ancient literature to attend the audience, will immediately be associated with the "ancient wonders of the present" in the description of the beauty: "moth eyebrow with show, phoenix eyes with love, waist as weak as a willow to welcome the wind, the face is like a delicate flower brushing the water. The lightness of the body, the Han family Flying Swallow with the same title; character flow, Wu Xishi and beauty. Rui Palace fairy tune on earth, the moon temple Chang'e in the lower world." If you don't believe me, please look: the dancers with delicate physique, with light dance steps, waist twisting, fat buttocks swaying, chest trembling, beautiful and charming dance, so that the audience could not look away, not squinting, as if intoxicated, daydreaming, immersed in the joy and intoxication. Oriental dance posture is mainly embodied in the dancer's body muscle tremor, those who are skilled dancers can arbitrarily control the waist, abdominal muscles, need to make its tremor, while the nearby muscles are not moving, witnessed this scene, so that people have to produce from the depths of their hearts a feeling of admiration. Oriental dance, also known as "belly dance", initially for the European court dance, and then the Ottoman Empire occupied North Africa, gradually spread to Egypt and other countries folk. In that long period of history, poor women are forced to make a living, in the street or restaurant to pretend to smile, jumping belly dance, so that those who are greedy for sex to look at their own skin after some money, used to support their families. Today, the dance is mainly performed in entertainment venues, where people can enjoy themselves in a relaxing atmosphere. In the region, those who have the status to entertain guests, always invite the dancers to dance Oriental dance, the guests eat delicious food, enjoy the emotional Oriental dance, as a kind of elegant courtesy, therefore, there are many people call the Oriental dance, "like ballet as a high level of the art of dance". When celebrating a happy occasion, it is even more important to have dancers dancing oriental dances at a lively wedding ceremony. In the local, many women will dance Oriental dance, many girls have a considerable level of Oriental dance skills, it can be said that the Oriental dance in North Africa is a dance with a broad base of the masses. In short, in the garden of culture and art in Africa, dance is like a blooming flower, generally loved, praised and appreciated by the people.