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USA: Native American Powwow an assault of colour, noise and smells

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USA: Native American Powwow an assault of colour, noise and smells
The drummers provide the beat for the dancers and create a dramatic atmosphere.

The culture of Native American tribes are on spectacular display at one of America's biggest powwows, writes Kristin Edge

The beat of the drum is like a heartbeat.

It starts slowly with the 12 men seated around the drum striking it in unison. They start to sing, their eerie voices

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