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[‘boom shah kə] | |||
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The term “boom shakalaka” first appeared in popular culture in the 1969 Sly and the Family Stone song “I Want to Take You Higher”, onomatopoeia for a bass-kick and ensuing cymbal crash. It was later popularized by the NBA Jam series of video games. | |||
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'''BoomShaka''' is the only joint dance and drumming organization on campus. The group consists of drummers and dancers who perform simultaneously. BoomShaka holds various performances throughout the year, including [[ReFusionShaka]] and their own spring show. Boomshaka also goes on tours at various high schools around the nation. | '''BoomShaka''' is the only joint dance and drumming organization on campus. The group consists of drummers and dancers who perform simultaneously. BoomShaka holds various performances throughout the year, including [[ReFusionShaka]] and their own spring show. Boomshaka also goes on tours at various high schools around the nation. | ||
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"Are you excited to see BoomShaka perform tonight?" | "Are you excited to see BoomShaka perform tonight?" | ||
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Latest revision as of 13:46, 12 June 2020
Part of Speech
Proper Noun
Pronunciation
[bum ʃa kə]
[‘boom shah kə]
Etymology
The term “boom shakalaka” first appeared in popular culture in the 1969 Sly and the Family Stone song “I Want to Take You Higher”, onomatopoeia for a bass-kick and ensuing cymbal crash. It was later popularized by the NBA Jam series of video games.
Description
BoomShaka is the only joint dance and drumming organization on campus. The group consists of drummers and dancers who perform simultaneously. BoomShaka holds various performances throughout the year, including ReFusionShaka and their own spring show. Boomshaka also goes on tours at various high schools around the nation.
Usage
This term is used primarily by members of the Northwestern dance community. It is used both formally and informally in a written and spoken context.
Example Sentences
"Are you excited to see BoomShaka perform tonight?"
