Saraguro dance exhibition (with Emmett dancing)

Emmett and Annalise have made many friends in Guadalupe.    Both Emmett and Annalise are learning to dance traditional Saraguro dances.   Annalise with her classmates at Inti Pakari and Emmett has made friends with some older dancers through his soccer team.   Both Emmett and Annalise have been practicing a lot with their friends for a dance exhibition to be held at Padre Jorge's farewell party.   There was a dance exhibition last night at the Concha and Emmett participated.    Everyone in Guadalupe seems to appreciate Saraguro cultural dancing.    The practices and dance exhibitions seem to be a very positive social activity for younger children, teenagers and adults.   The music is very lively and the tempo is very fast.

Jorge, Jecca y Emmito

Emmito just before his dance started.  

Emmito, top left

Jorzy, Jorge, Jecca, Diego y Emmito