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Music Lane It's all about the music, dude! Sit down, relax and listen to some tunes. |
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In Reply to: Seeking knowledge/suggestions on African music. Not interested posted by tinear on February 16, 2007 at 15:56:33:
In no particular order here are a few CDs of traditional African music that I enjoy.1. Yoruba Drums From Benin, West Africa on Smithsonian Folkways.
The Yoruban people comprised much of the transplanted slaves into the Caribbean. Much of the traditional Cuban and Brazilian music you may already be familiar with is from the Yoruban traditions. - This album is entirely small drum ensembles playing fairly dense, intricate ceremonial music. It's not for the wimpy but it rewards careful, repeated listening.2. Batimbo - Burundi Drums - Music and Chants on Playasound Records (France)
Different tracks represent a nice mix of big drum ensembles, kalimba, and delicate singing.3. The Drums of Gorée - Sénégal - Playsound Records
Medium sized drum ensembles4. Songs and Rhythms of Malawi - Playsound Records
Great album with more song-like structured music. Beautiful vocal polyphony - various percussion - various acoustic guitar-like (Kora?) instruments.5. Balafons et Tambours d´afrique - Playsound Records
A really interesting collection from different parts of the continent. Various percussion ensembles with a focus on balafons (think African xylophone or marimba).good luck,
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