Dunavsko_xoro_north_bulgaria «UPDATED»

It represents the Severnyashka (Northern) ethnographic area, specifically the villages around Svishtov.

The basic footwork consists of five steps forward and three steps back . This pattern is often interpreted as a metaphor for the Bulgarian spirit—always striving to be "two steps ahead".

“"Dunavsko Horo is the favorite horo chain dance of all Bulgarians... New Year always begins with this popular chain dance." — Iva Todorova, Co-founder of “Taratantci” Foundation” БНР · 4 years ago dunavsko_xoro_north_bulgaria

It is played every New Year's Eve immediately following the national anthem.

Created by Diko Iliev while serving in the 36th Kozloduy Infantry Regiment in Oryahovo. “"Dunavsko Horo is the favorite horo chain dance

Dunavsko horo, Дунавско; Svishtovsko horo, Свищовско, (L)

It is a pravo horo (straight dance) written in a lively 2/4 time signature . Performance Characteristics dunavsko_xoro_north_bulgaria

While simple enough for beginners to join, skilled leaders at the ends of the line (the horovedec ) may add complex variations and wave a handkerchief ( karpa ) to lead the group. Community Perspectives