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Tukulanga (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR171 , 1 min
The player takes some time to get into his rhythm. The first tune was played with the instrument on the ground, the first fingers striking the notes downwards. The second tune was played with the instrument between the palms and plucked with the thumbs in the more usual manner.
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR171 , 1 min
Description
The player takes some time to get into his rhythm. The first tune was played with the instrument on the ground, the first fingers striking the notes downwards. The second tune was played with the instrument between the palms and plucked with the thumbs in the more usual manner.
Date Written / Recorded
1950
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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Tune Without Name One (Field Card)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR127 (1952) , 2 page(s)
Charming little tunes from the edge of the Ituri Forest. The tunings of the three Likembe from left to right was: -- (1) Mang'baru: 976, 848, 728, 584, 424, 488, 536, 364, giving a scale of 728, 584, 536, 488, 424, 364. (2) Katima: 848, 728, 488, 300, 244, 268, 424, 536, 600, 364. 728, 600, 536, 488, 424, 364. (3)...
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR127 (1952) , 2 page(s)
Description
Charming little tunes from the edge of the Ituri Forest. The tunings of the three Likembe from left to right was: -- (1) Mang'baru: 976, 848, 728, 584, 424, 488, 536, 364, giving a scale of 728, 584, 536, 488, 424, 364. (2) Katima: 848, 728, 488, 300, 244, 268, 424, 536, 600, 364. 728, 600, 536, 488, 424, 364. (3) Kiliyo: 512, 816, 728, 536, 316, 228, 268, 408, 256, 632, 364. 728, 632, 536, 512, 408, 364. 6 notes are played in the left hand and 5...
Charming little tunes from the edge of the Ituri Forest. The tunings of the three Likembe from left to right was: -- (1) Mang'baru: 976, 848, 728, 584, 424, 488, 536, 364, giving a scale of 728, 584, 536, 488, 424, 364. (2) Katima: 848, 728, 488, 300, 244, 268, 424, 536, 600, 364. 728, 600, 536, 488, 424, 364. (3) Kiliyo: 512, 816, 728, 536, 316, 228, 268, 408, 256, 632, 364. 728, 632, 536, 512, 408, 364. 6 notes are played in the left hand and 5 in the right. The first two Likembe have a vibrato sound hole on the right underside which is opened and closed by the first finger of the right hand.
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Date Written / Recorded
1952
Field of Study
World Music
Content Type
Field notes
Contributor
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Author / Creator
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Topic / Theme
Piece, Mbira, Mbira, likembe muchapata
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Tune Without Name One (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR127 , 1 min
Charming little tunes from the edge of the Ituri Forest. The tunings of the three Likembe from left to right was: -- (1) Mang'baru: 976, 848, 728, 584, 424, 488, 536, 364, giving a scale of 728, 584, 536, 488, 424, 364. (2) Katima: 848, 728, 488, 300, 244, 268, 424, 536, 600, 364. 728, 600, 536, 488, 424, 364. (3)...
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR127 , 1 min
Description
Charming little tunes from the edge of the Ituri Forest. The tunings of the three Likembe from left to right was: -- (1) Mang'baru: 976, 848, 728, 584, 424, 488, 536, 364, giving a scale of 728, 584, 536, 488, 424, 364. (2) Katima: 848, 728, 488, 300, 244, 268, 424, 536, 600, 364. 728, 600, 536, 488, 424, 364. (3) Kiliyo: 512, 816, 728, 536, 316, 228, 268, 408, 256, 632, 364. 728, 632, 536, 512, 408, 364. 6 notes are played in the left hand and 5...
Charming little tunes from the edge of the Ituri Forest. The tunings of the three Likembe from left to right was: -- (1) Mang'baru: 976, 848, 728, 584, 424, 488, 536, 364, giving a scale of 728, 584, 536, 488, 424, 364. (2) Katima: 848, 728, 488, 300, 244, 268, 424, 536, 600, 364. 728, 600, 536, 488, 424, 364. (3) Kiliyo: 512, 816, 728, 536, 316, 228, 268, 408, 256, 632, 364. 728, 632, 536, 512, 408, 364. 6 notes are played in the left hand and 5 in the right. The first two Likembe have a vibrato sound hole on the right underside which is opened and closed by the first finger of the right hand.
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Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Field recording (raw)
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Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Author / Creator
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Copyright Message
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Usegugil ubaba = Father is completely old (Field Card)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR012 (1955) , 1 page(s)
This song was composed by Chief Ngobozana, Chief of the Mpungose clan after he had been told officially (by the Government) that he was too old to govern, and must resign in favour of his son. He took his mouth bow and composed this song, of which the words are:-- 'Father is too old, completely too old.' The stamp...
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR012 (1955) , 1 page(s)
Description
This song was composed by Chief Ngobozana, Chief of the Mpungose clan after he had been told officially (by the Government) that he was too old to govern, and must resign in favour of his son. He took his mouth bow and composed this song, of which the words are:-- 'Father is too old, completely too old.' The stamping of feet to this pattern:-- |L R L -|X X X X|| |X X X X|R - L -||
Date Written / Recorded
1955
Field of Study
World Music
Content Type
Field notes
Contributor
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Author / Creator
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Topic / Theme
Piece, Igekle, Stamping, foot, Clapping, hand
Copyright Message
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Wainaga (Field Card)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR159 (1950) , 1 page(s)
This is an example of a song sung at the preliminary feast before circumcision. On the day before the event the people enjoy a great feast of many varieties of food and drink after which they sing these songs. Some of the verses are in the form of riddles and others may be both pointed and harsh.
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR159 (1950) , 1 page(s)
Description
This is an example of a song sung at the preliminary feast before circumcision. On the day before the event the people enjoy a great feast of many varieties of food and drink after which they sing these songs. Some of the verses are in the form of riddles and others may be both pointed and harsh.
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
Piece, Dance, Vocals, group
Copyright Message
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of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR142 , 1 min
Description
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Date Written / Recorded
1952
Field of Study
World Music
Content Type
Field recording (raw)
Contributor
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Author / Creator
Hugh Tracey, 1903-1977
Copyright Message
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Were (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR173 , 28 secs
The Songano Soul (Mashawi) are the guardians of the parental instinct in both men and women. They are said to be the most important of all the souls. They represent the affection for children on the part of both parents. The traditIonal instrument with which to honour the Masongano souls in this sort of panpipes o...
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR173 , 28 secs
Description
The Songano Soul (Mashawi) are the guardians of the parental instinct in both men and women. They are said to be the most important of all the souls. They represent the affection for children on the part of both parents. The traditIonal instrument with which to honour the Masongano souls in this sort of panpipes of which there are very few left. The player, a very old man holds the panpipes in one hand and a gourd rattle in the other. This brief...
The Songano Soul (Mashawi) are the guardians of the parental instinct in both men and women. They are said to be the most important of all the souls. They represent the affection for children on the part of both parents. The traditIonal instrument with which to honour the Masongano souls in this sort of panpipes of which there are very few left. The player, a very old man holds the panpipes in one hand and a gourd rattle in the other. This brief recording of less than half a minute's duration may be one of the last echoes of a faith which believed in the vIrtue of the sound of the paspipes a a devotional exercise.
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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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Zainyanyatoko (Field Card)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR173 (1949) , 2 page(s)
The Songano Soul (Mashawi) are the guardians of the parental instinct in both men and women. They are said to be the most important of all the souls. They represent the affection for children on the part of both parents. The traditIonal instrument with which to honour the Masongano souls in this sort of panpipes o...
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR173 (1949) , 2 page(s)
Description
The Songano Soul (Mashawi) are the guardians of the parental instinct in both men and women. They are said to be the most important of all the souls. They represent the affection for children on the part of both parents. The traditIonal instrument with which to honour the Masongano souls in this sort of panpipes of which there are very few left. The player, a very old man holds the panpipes in one hand and a gourd rattle in the other. This brief...
The Songano Soul (Mashawi) are the guardians of the parental instinct in both men and women. They are said to be the most important of all the souls. They represent the affection for children on the part of both parents. The traditIonal instrument with which to honour the Masongano souls in this sort of panpipes of which there are very few left. The player, a very old man holds the panpipes in one hand and a gourd rattle in the other. This brief recording of less than half a minute's duration may be one of the last echoes of a faith which believed in the vIrtue of the sound of the paspipes a a devotional exercise.
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Date Written / Recorded
1949
Field of Study
World Music
Content Type
Field notes
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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Zakaliya uphume Nkelebeni (Field Card)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR072 (1958) , 2 page(s)
Two finger technique only. This flute was made on the spot from a pawpaw stalk. 13" Flute, end blown out of the side of the mouth -- two finger holes and stopped at the end. Second tune was overblown to get an octave higher. The flute was cut to shape with a pocket knife, the two holes being cut and then shaped wi...
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR072 (1958) , 2 page(s)
Description
Two finger technique only. This flute was made on the spot from a pawpaw stalk. 13" Flute, end blown out of the side of the mouth -- two finger holes and stopped at the end. Second tune was overblown to get an octave higher. The flute was cut to shape with a pocket knife, the two holes being cut and then shaped with a piece of stick. The other (mouth) end was reduced to length until the finger hole notes sounded correct.
Date Written / Recorded
1958
Field of Study
World Music
Content Type
Field notes
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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Zakaliya uphume Nkelebeni (Track)
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR072 , 1 min
Two finger technique only. This flute was made on the spot from a pawpaw stalk. 13" Flute, end blown out of the side of the mouth -- two finger holes and stopped at the end. Second tune was overblown to get an octave higher. The flute was cut to shape with a pocket knife, the two holes being cut and then shaped wi...
Sample
of International Library of African Music (ILAM), in Hugh Tracey Fieldwork Collection and the Sound of Africa Series, TR072 , 1 min
Description
Two finger technique only. This flute was made on the spot from a pawpaw stalk. 13" Flute, end blown out of the side of the mouth -- two finger holes and stopped at the end. Second tune was overblown to get an octave higher. The flute was cut to shape with a pocket knife, the two holes being cut and then shaped with a piece of stick. The other (mouth) end was reduced to length until the finger hole notes sounded correct.
Date Written / Recorded
1958
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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