Rites Of Passage And Ritual - 1116 Words

Attending a kind of subcultural initiation ritual, known as a gig, in this case comprised of local Wellington musicians is reminiscent of Turner’s discussion of rituals and Rites of passage. This particular ritual form certainly encourages belonging, uniformity that appears to be a universal attribute of group rituals. It is important to distinguish between ceremony and ritual here, the gig can be considered a ritual as it could promote transformation in an individual and is not a conformational event. The following essay discusses this ritual in two parts, firstly examining Turner s discussion of Rites of Passage and ritual particularly Separation, liminality and Aggregation themes. Secondly the essay will suggest what this particular ritual does for identity and community and suggest that rituals, more broadly, remain essential to contemporary life. Overall, this essay will argue that Turner’s discussion is useful in illuminating aspects of this ritual, however it doe s not accurately explain all of it. Prior to arriving at the venue, it is necessary to prepare for the evening, this reflects Turner s discussion regarding separation in the ritual process. Turner argues that this stage is the detachment from a fixed point of cultural conditions and social structure, a removal from a particular state. In the case of the gig fans distinguish hemselves from the non-believers, those who do not have faith in the music they prepare for. A holy state is entered into prior toShow MoreRelatedA Research Study On Howling Ritual By Van Gennep s Theory On Rites Of Passage1987 Words   |  8 Pagesthe school when the new class arrives. The â€Å"Howling Ritual† is a student-run tradition, that takes place on the night of the first full moon of every school year. It is organized by the second years. 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