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Iroquois music and dance are central components of traditional social gatherings, which take place in longhouses.[1]
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These gatherings are led by an individual who finds lead dancers and singers and introduces them to the audience, also providing dancing instructions. Instruments used include rattles, drums, flutes, and other percussive instruments. The music is always religious music.
The religious function of the dances have evolved to deemphasize war dances, in favor of dances focused on curing ailments, commemorating the dead, and controlling the weather.[2] Socials within all Iroquois communities are meant to be enjoyed by all in attendance, especially when everyone dances.