Anlo-Ewe

The Anlo-Ewe are especially known for a very important aspect of their culture; dance-drumming.  Everyone in the community participates and is seen as a way to promote the future of the community.  If someone refuses to participate they are rejected from society and most importantly they are denied the right to be buried.  The drumming events also reflect rank.  The male and female elders give advice on the performance and make sure the event is carried out in the time-honored ways.  The next level is held by the composer, the head drummer, and someone similar to a conductor who places people and make sure that they are performing the right way.  The hierarchy continues to the lowest social levels.  These sing, dance, or clap rattles to add to the performance.

Religion among the Anlo-Ewe is extremely important; everything is seen in a spiritual sense.  Whatever happens happens for a reason.  Everything on earth; tree's, human beings, animals, all have varying levels of force.  It is a human's right to manipulate or use these forces for their advantage. 

The Anlo-Ewe are a community oriented culture.  Starting from birth, after the first 7 days a person is introduced to the community and at puberty is told of their responsibilities to it.

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