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Uyabaleka wemungoma hmu (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR064 , 4 mins
This group of young men had evidently been to the Gold Mines for they were all wearing the full mine trousers decorated with blue patches. - One of them "Shortie" was the cause of much gaiety to the women spectators, who called out (in Baca) "Try standing a bit higher, Sho'tie". His trousers were so long and billo...
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of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR064 , 4 mins
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This group of young men had evidently been to the Gold Mines for they were all wearing the full mine trousers decorated with blue patches. - One of them "Shortie" was the cause of much gaiety to the women spectators, who called out (in Baca) "Try standing a bit higher, Sho'tie". His trousers were so long and billowing that even when they were hitched up round the knee, they fell in full and graceful folds like a skirt.
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Field recording (raw)
Contributor
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Author / Creator
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
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Uyezwa ngendumo macaba ngendumo (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR185 , 3 mins
This song is taken from an old Ngoni regimental song which would, in the old days, have been used by the Impi, some fifty or sixty years ago, but is now used only as a song after hunting. This style is indigenous to Zululand rather than Nyasaland and was brought up north in the early 19th century migration of the...
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of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR185 , 3 mins
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This song is taken from an old Ngoni regimental song which would, in the old days, have been used by the Impi, some fifty or sixty years ago, but is now used only as a song after hunting. This style is indigenous to Zululand rather than Nyasaland and was brought up north in the early 19th century migration of the two distinct groups, the Jiri and the Gomani. The Jiri came up through the highlands of what is now S. Rhodesia and sacked the settleme...
This song is taken from an old Ngoni regimental song which would, in the old days, have been used by the Impi, some fifty or sixty years ago, but is now used only as a song after hunting. This style is indigenous to Zululand rather than Nyasaland and was brought up north in the early 19th century migration of the two distinct groups, the Jiri and the Gomani. The Jiri came up through the highlands of what is now S. Rhodesia and sacked the settlement of Zimbabwe on their way. In one or two words the change over from the Zulu "L" to the Nyasa "R" can be discerned. After hunting and killing a lion the party will dance the Mgubo before the chief and earn an ox in reward.
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Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Field recording (raw)
Contributor
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Author / Creator
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
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Wa lwendu chombele = We are going somewhere (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR020 , 4 mins
Although the slit drum, or gong, is used for sending messages among this Congo tribe which lives beside the Bushimaie tributary of the Sankuru, itself a tributary of the Kasai, the great southern arm of the Congo River, it is also used as an accompaniment for dances. It is not known for certain whether it is used...
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of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR020 , 4 mins
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Although the slit drum, or gong, is used for sending messages among this Congo tribe which lives beside the Bushimaie tributary of the Sankuru, itself a tributary of the Kasai, the great southern arm of the Congo River, it is also used as an accompaniment for dances. It is not known for certain whether it is used to communicate with the dancers during the course of a dance, as is the common practice in West Africa
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Field recording (raw)
Contributor
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Author / Creator
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
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Wa ya ye ku chika. Chishiba mai walene (Field Card)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR039 (1957) , 1 page(s)
The recording starts with the sound of the four women sounding and singing into their singing gourds. The vibration of their lips can be heard clearly in parts of the recording. The style of melody is typical of their district of origin - the Kasai Province of Southern Congo.
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of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR039 (1957) , 1 page(s)
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The recording starts with the sound of the four women sounding and singing into their singing gourds. The vibration of their lips can be heard clearly in parts of the recording. The style of melody is typical of their district of origin - the Kasai Province of Southern Congo.
Date Written / Recorded
1957
Field of Study
World Music
Content Type
Field notes
Contributor
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Author / Creator
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Topic / Theme
Song, Dance, Gourd, struck, Rattle
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Wa ya ye ku chika. Chishiba mai walene (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR039 , 3 mins
The item starts with the sound of the double bell and a weighted drum, followed by the recitative statement by the leader. Eventually the full chorus begins with a simple repeated refrain. The pauses in the drum rhythm mark the moment when one of the drummers throws up his drum into the air, catches it again betwe...
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of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR039 , 3 mins
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The item starts with the sound of the double bell and a weighted drum, followed by the recitative statement by the leader. Eventually the full chorus begins with a simple repeated refrain. The pauses in the drum rhythm mark the moment when one of the drummers throws up his drum into the air, catches it again between his knees and continues the rhythm without losing tempo. It is a clever piece of showmanship and clearly enjoyed by the participator...
The item starts with the sound of the double bell and a weighted drum, followed by the recitative statement by the leader. Eventually the full chorus begins with a simple repeated refrain. The pauses in the drum rhythm mark the moment when one of the drummers throws up his drum into the air, catches it again between his knees and continues the rhythm without losing tempo. It is a clever piece of showmanship and clearly enjoyed by the participators in the dance.
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Field of Study
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Content Type
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Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Author / Creator
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
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Wachezalada wabyozakulya (Field Card)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR150 (1950) , 1 page(s)
We should eat together, but that does not mean we should share the same woman.' The leader was dressed up in his dancing kit, with feather head dress, red ochre on the face and rag dress. The singers were workers on the Mwadui Diamond mines, recruited locally. The song features a character whom they call Sajeni Me...
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of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR150 (1950) , 1 page(s)
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We should eat together, but that does not mean we should share the same woman.' The leader was dressed up in his dancing kit, with feather head dress, red ochre on the face and rag dress. The singers were workers on the Mwadui Diamond mines, recruited locally. The song features a character whom they call Sajeni Meja (Sergeant Major) no doubt on account of the fact that several of them served for a while in the K. A. R., the King's African Rifles....
We should eat together, but that does not mean we should share the same woman.' The leader was dressed up in his dancing kit, with feather head dress, red ochre on the face and rag dress. The singers were workers on the Mwadui Diamond mines, recruited locally. The song features a character whom they call Sajeni Meja (Sergeant Major) no doubt on account of the fact that several of them served for a while in the K. A. R., the King's African Rifles. During the singing they would call out the familiar cry used by the soldiers of the King's African Rifles.
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Date Written / Recorded
1950
Field of Study
World Music
Content Type
Field notes
Contributor
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Author / Creator
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Topic / Theme
Song, Dance, Drum, Bell
Copyright Message
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Wachezalada wabyozakulya (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR150 , 3 mins
We should eat together, but that does not mean we should share the same woman.' The leader was dressed up in his dancing kit, with feather head dress, red ochre on the face and rag dress. The singers were workers on the Mwadui Diamond mines, recruited locally. The song features a character whom they call Sajeni Me...
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR150 , 3 mins
Description
We should eat together, but that does not mean we should share the same woman.' The leader was dressed up in his dancing kit, with feather head dress, red ochre on the face and rag dress. The singers were workers on the Mwadui Diamond mines, recruited locally. The song features a character whom they call Sajeni Meja (Sergeant Major) no doubt on account of the fact that several of them served for a while in the K. A. R., the King's African Rifles....
We should eat together, but that does not mean we should share the same woman.' The leader was dressed up in his dancing kit, with feather head dress, red ochre on the face and rag dress. The singers were workers on the Mwadui Diamond mines, recruited locally. The song features a character whom they call Sajeni Meja (Sergeant Major) no doubt on account of the fact that several of them served for a while in the K. A. R., the King's African Rifles. During the singing they would call out the familiar cry used by the soldiers of the King's African Rifles.
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Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Field recording (raw)
Contributor
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Author / Creator
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Copyright Message
Material sourced from the International Library of African Music. Copyright International Library of African Music.
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Wakhala, wekha (Field Card)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR098 (1958) , 2 page(s)
The song is said to have been sung when people were on the move. It appears to be a morality song. "Waklala wekha Wetaka withuwele Mwaklala eli Mwetaka mwithuwele Mwaklala athanu Mwetaka mwithuwele." (as written). " when you are alone, be careful when on the path. When you are two, also be careful. When you are ma...
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR098 (1958) , 2 page(s)
Description
The song is said to have been sung when people were on the move. It appears to be a morality song. "Waklala wekha Wetaka withuwele Mwaklala eli Mwetaka mwithuwele Mwaklala athanu Mwetaka mwithuwele." (as written). " when you are alone, be careful when on the path. When you are two, also be careful. When you are many, also be careful." This song appears to be influenced by European teaching.
Date Written / Recorded
1958
Field of Study
World Music
Content Type
Field notes
Contributor
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Author / Creator
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Topic / Theme
Dance, Song, Vocals, group
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Walalemela mugundu (Field Card)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR157 (1950) , 1 page(s)
The Mangala dance is usually performed with bell rattles tied onto the ankles, the performers standing around the drums and occasionally dancing round in a circle with short shuffling steps. The bells are of two pitches, high and low, a pair being strapped to left and right ankles of each dancer.
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR157 (1950) , 1 page(s)
Description
The Mangala dance is usually performed with bell rattles tied onto the ankles, the performers standing around the drums and occasionally dancing round in a circle with short shuffling steps. The bells are of two pitches, high and low, a pair being strapped to left and right ankles of each dancer.
Date Written / Recorded
1950
Field of Study
World Music
Content Type
Field notes
Contributor
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Author / Creator
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Topic / Theme
Song, Dance, Drum
Copyright Message
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Walalemela mugundu (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR157 , 3 mins
The Mangala dance is usually performed with bell rattles tied onto the ankles, the performers standing around the drums and occasionally dancing round in a circle with short shuffling steps. The bells are of two pitches, high and low, a pair being strapped to left and right ankles of each dancer.
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR157 , 3 mins
Description
The Mangala dance is usually performed with bell rattles tied onto the ankles, the performers standing around the drums and occasionally dancing round in a circle with short shuffling steps. The bells are of two pitches, high and low, a pair being strapped to left and right ankles of each dancer.
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Field recording (raw)
Contributor
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Author / Creator
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Copyright Message
Material sourced from the International Library of African Music. Copyright International Library of African Music.
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