Jangi (dance)


Jangi is a national dance of Azerbaijan. The dance is classified as a heroic military dance.

Origins

In translation from Azerbaijani language, with the word being derived through Persian, Jangi means “fighting”.
The dance is very ancient. It's a reminder of the Azerbaijani struggle of strong men and was performed in honor of them. The dance expresses a challenge to a battle. This dance of the South Caucasus region is a "war dance".

Performance

The dance is performed only for men, in holidays or concerts. It is based on the shur music, and is in the 2/4 time signature. Traditional Azerbaijani costumes are used by the dancing men, which includes a colorful long jacket, a trouser, and pair of boots.