The Basques have made a unique cultural contribution to
the American West. We are proud to continue the traditions of those who came before
us and forge new inroads to Basque identity in the twenty-first century.
Zenbat Gara's work is largely inspired by the folk ballet Argia from Donostia,
Gipuzkoa and the monumental work of its director Juan Antonio Urbeltz who we are fortunate
to have as a friend and mentor. |
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 Since 1989 we have taken audiences from
six western states on a virtual dance tour of Euskal Herria by performing suites from all
of its regions. Each program features corresponding traditional clothing reproduced
by Zenbat Gara members.
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Members are involved at many
levels of participation in addition to dance which include research, wardrobe,
fundraising, cultural presentations and social activities such as group outings,
potlucks and card parties. |
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In keeping with our motto "ikertu, eman eta zabaldu" (research, give and
disseminate), Zenbat Gara members pass on what we have learned by teaching dance workshops
to a variety of groups and by researching and designing costumes for other dance troupes.
We have also contributed to several museum exhibits and give cultural presentation about
Basque traditions. |
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