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John Crow Say..: Jamaican Music of Faith, Work and Play
Rounds or cannons or quadrilles, European church harmony or familiar hymn melodiesthese are testaments to the British contribution to Jamaican culture. African call-and-response patterns, a particular and signifying humor, and Anansi (trickster) stories speak to the African input. But listening will tell you t...
Rounds or cannons or quadrilles, European church harmony or familiar hymn melodiesthese are testaments to the British contribution to Jamaican culture. African call-and-response patterns, a particular and signifying humor, and Anansi (trickster) stories speak to the African input. But listening will tell you that the cultural voice is truly unique to Jamaica.
Morasha: Traditional Jewish Musical Heritage
Biblical chanting, prayers, holy and profane songs, tunes for the Sabbath, feasts and Holy Daysthese largely vocal "authentic songs" were collected by Dr. Amnon Shiloah from highly accomplished, non-professional musicians. "Morasha" means "heritage."
Biblical chanting, prayers, holy and profane songs, tunes for the Sabbath, feasts and Holy Daysthese largely vocal "authentic songs" were collected by Dr. Amnon Shiloah from highly accomplished, non-professional musicians. "Morasha" means "heritage."