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Crafting and playing the Oud

La fabrication et la pratique de l’oud

The oud is a traditional, lute-type instrument played in Iran and Syria. The musician places the short-necked instrument on their leg, fretting with one hand and plucking the chords with the other. In both countries, the oud consists of a pear-shaped sound box made of walnut, rose, poplar, ebony or apricot wood. Crafting an oud takes up...

Global DiasporasIran, Islamic Republic of / Syrian Arab RepublicNot specified in UNESCO dataset
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Kun Lbokator, traditional martial arts in Cambodia

Le kun lbokator, un art martial traditionnel au Cambodge

Kun Lbokator is a martial art dating back to the first century. It aims to develop the mental and physical strength and discipline of its practitioners through self-defence techniques and a philosophy of non-violence. The training of Kun Lbokator is not only about physical techniques and skills, but also about mental disciplines on how...

Southeast AsiaCambodiaNot specified in UNESCO dataset
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The practice of Modern Dance in Germany

La pratique de la danse moderne en Allemagne

Modern Dance is a form of physical expression distinct from classical ballet. Rather than reproducing predetermined dance positions, the dancers seek a true-to-life expression that reflects emotions and life experiences. The focus lies on solo pieces as well as on co-creation in small groups, and age, social status, origin, physical...

EuropeGermanyNot specified in UNESCO dataset
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