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Adzido: Africa - A Musical Journey
Adzido Pan African Dance Ensemble: Siye Goli
African and Afro-American Drums
African and Afro-American Drums is an examination of African drumming and its influence on the music of the Americas. Representing eight countries in the American continents, Harold Courlander has compiled an anthology of drum music from three continents and explores its various uses as well as chronicles the ev...
African and Afro-American Drums is an examination of African drumming and its influence on the music of the Americas. Representing eight countries in the American continents, Harold Courlander has compiled an anthology of drum music from three continents and explores its various uses as well as chronicles the evolution of drum music. Extensive liner notes accompany this album and include a transcription of Haitian Juba Dance drums by George He...
African and Afro-American Drums is an examination of African drumming and its influence on the music of the Americas. Representing eight countries in the American continents, Harold Courlander has compiled an anthology of drum music from three continents and explores its various uses as well as chronicles the evolution of drum music. Extensive liner notes accompany this album and include a transcription of Haitian Juba Dance drums by George Herzog.
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Ancient Civilizations of Southern Africa, Vol. 4: The Xhosa People
The Big Drum Dance of Carriacou
The Big Drum Dance is one of the most significant musical rituals on the island of Carriacou in the Grenadines. Really a long series of dances, the Big Drum Dance is prepared for special festivals such as marriage ceremonies, tombstone raisings, fishing boat launchings and in the case of ill-health or ill-fortun...
The Big Drum Dance is one of the most significant musical rituals on the island of Carriacou in the Grenadines. Really a long series of dances, the Big Drum Dance is prepared for special festivals such as marriage ceremonies, tombstone raisings, fishing boat launchings and in the case of ill-health or ill-fortune. In each occasion, the main focus is twofold: remembering lineage and respecting ancestors. The music consists of singing and chant...
The Big Drum Dance is one of the most significant musical rituals on the island of Carriacou in the Grenadines. Really a long series of dances, the Big Drum Dance is prepared for special festivals such as marriage ceremonies, tombstone raisings, fishing boat launchings and in the case of ill-health or ill-fortune. In each occasion, the main focus is twofold: remembering lineage and respecting ancestors. The music consists of singing and chanting typically joined by three drums, shakers and maracas.
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Fiesta Mexicana: Javier de Leon's Panorama of Mexico, Old and New
Fiesta Mexicana contains a mix of songs and dance medleys from the festive Mexican music tradition. One track combines the familiar "La Cucaracha" with the song "La Madrugada." The medley draws you in by stating the theme to "La Cucaracha" slowly and wearily at first, then gradually picks up to a lively dance t...
Fiesta Mexicana contains a mix of songs and dance medleys from the festive Mexican music tradition. One track combines the familiar "La Cucaracha" with the song "La Madrugada." The medley draws you in by stating the theme to "La Cucaracha" slowly and wearily at first, then gradually picks up to a lively dance tempo. The sounds of tapping and stomping feet are contagious, making it impossible not to want to join in the fiesta!
Fiesta Mexicana contains a mix of songs and dance medleys from the festive Mexican music tradition. One track combines the familiar "La Cucaracha" with the song "La Madrugada." The medley draws you in by stating the theme to "La Cucaracha" slowly and wearily at first, then gradually picks up to a lively dance tempo. The sounds of tapping and stomping feet are contagious, making it impossible not to want to join in the fiesta!
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