Traditional dance of Maroons

This video highlights the traditional dance style, called Awassa, of Maroons in Suriname and French Guiana. The music is also traditional and typically tells a story. This style of dance and music is very common now in the interior where we live, but is performed formally only during special occasions. I wish I had some good footage of my own, but alas, I haven't had good luck so far. Enjoy. -Christine