Puidud
Puidud is a term used in ethnographic literature to describe a traditional communal performance practiced in several inland communities. It encompasses a structured sequence of rhythmic vocalizations, clapping, footwork, and improvised storytelling, performed during harvest festivals, rites of passage, and other communal gatherings. Performances typically feature a lead singer or storyteller who cues the group, with participants forming a circle or line and rotating leadership roles.
Etymology and regional variation: The word puidud is believed to derive from a local language, though its
Cultural role and function: Puidud serves as a vehicle for social cohesion, the transmission of oral history,
Modern context and preservation: In some areas, traditional puidud has declined due to urbanization and shifting
See also: intangible cultural heritage, ethnomusicology, ritual performance.
Further reading: ethnographic field notes and regional studies on inland communities and circle-singing traditions.