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Ululation




Ululation is found in some singing techniques and ritual situations. In Arab countries ululation is commonly used by women to express celebration or grief, especially at Wedding s and Funeral s. It may also be used to encourage Belly Dancing . In the Middle East , ''zaghareet'' is a ululation performed to honor someone. In the Horn Of Africa , ululation (or ''ililta'') performed by Worshipper s is a feature of services in the Ethiopian Orthodox and Eritrean Orthodox Churches, and is also commonly used in Secular celebrations such as parties or concerts. Ululation is incorporated into African musical styles such as Shona Music , where it is a form of Audience Participation , along with Clapping and Call-and-response . Herodotus appears to mention ululation in North Africa (where it is still practiced), saying: