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Shiwana Mpetasi (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR195 , 2 mins
"Tu shalala" is the expression of delight when someone looks in through the door and sees a pot full of good food cooking and anticipates the meal.
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR195 , 2 mins
Description
"Tu shalala" is the expression of delight when someone looks in through the door and sees a pot full of good food cooking and anticipates the meal.
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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of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR024 , 3 mins
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Music recording
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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Shiya bantwana nosela ingavin (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR061 , 3 mins
"Gavin" is the local name for "skokiaan", a local fortified drink. The name "Ivakutsiwo" means "you have heard it said."
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR061 , 3 mins
Description
"Gavin" is the local name for "skokiaan", a local fortified drink. The name "Ivakutsiwo" means "you have heard it said."
Date Written / Recorded
1957
Field of Study
World Music
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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Shoko woye (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR176 , 2 mins
"Shoko woye, teere bani, uzoona pakaikwa baba." "Shoko (monkey) follow the stream and you will see where they buried your father."
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR176 , 2 mins
Description
"Shoko woye, teere bani, uzoona pakaikwa baba." "Shoko (monkey) follow the stream and you will see where they buried your father."
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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Shokora ndinozwa mumba muno (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR172 , 3 mins
The Shangara dance has enjoyed many years of popularity amongst the younger generation. Its pronunciation is unusual being Shagara and not as one might have expected Shangara. It is a swiftly moving step dance performed by each of the dancers in turn. The singer remarks among other things on the expense involved i...
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR172 , 3 mins
Description
The Shangara dance has enjoyed many years of popularity amongst the younger generation. Its pronunciation is unusual being Shagara and not as one might have expected Shangara. It is a swiftly moving step dance performed by each of the dancers in turn. The singer remarks among other things on the expense involved if you visit a town.
Date Written / Recorded
1949
Field of Study
World Music
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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of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR175 , 2 mins
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Music recording
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.
Tracks
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Shumba (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR174 , 3 mins
Said to be an old hunting song, sung by the people left at home when the men were out hunting. The musician remained behind playing this music quietly to bring luck to the hunters. The singer is singing to himself in self-delectative style without an audience.
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR174 , 3 mins
Description
Said to be an old hunting song, sung by the people left at home when the men were out hunting. The musician remained behind playing this music quietly to bring luck to the hunters. The singer is singing to himself in self-delectative style without an audience.
Date Written / Recorded
1951
Field of Study
World Music
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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Shundu na Wamukoya (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR161 , 3 mins
Shundu and Wamukoya were brothers who had separate kingdoms among the Wanga, one in the east and the other in the north of the Country. Shundu was the father of the great chief Mumia. The song recalls their tribal fighting and feuds.
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR161 , 3 mins
Description
Shundu and Wamukoya were brothers who had separate kingdoms among the Wanga, one in the east and the other in the north of the Country. Shundu was the father of the great chief Mumia. The song recalls their tribal fighting and feuds.
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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Shuru Mmamutsumi (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR195 , 3 mins
My breastbone is painful. I went to my grandmother and told her. I was crying—I had no mother, no father. I sing about my breastbone and I feel better. Chorus: "Hlala mahlalela."
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR195 , 3 mins
Description
My breastbone is painful. I went to my grandmother and told her. I was crying—I had no mother, no father. I sing about my breastbone and I feel better. Chorus: "Hlala mahlalela."
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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Siamawe siya (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR155 , 1 min
"All the men are joining the army and leave us behind to do the work." Marangu is the small village on the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. The first of these songs may not be an authentic Chaga song, but is rather similar to songs taught in the schools.
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR155 , 1 min
Description
"All the men are joining the army and leave us behind to do the work." Marangu is the small village on the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. The first of these songs may not be an authentic Chaga song, but is rather similar to songs taught in the schools.
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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