About
Makurdi in Benue State is the cultural heartland of the Tiv people, known for the Swange dance — a modern social dance that evolved from traditional Tiv musical forms in the mid-20th century. Swange combines elements of traditional Tiv music with highlife influences and is performed at festivals, weddings, and community gatherings across the Middle Belt.
Location Details
Latitude:
7.73
Longitude:
8.54
Approximate (within town)
About This Data
Music heritage sites represent locations associated with traditional Nigerian musical traditions and instrument-making.
Locations reflect cultural associations and may not correspond to precise physical sites.
Sources
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Ethnomusicological Research — Nigerian Musical Heritage
Academic (compiled)