MUSIC OF BOTSWANA VARIOUS CD

ILS96.03

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Artist:
MUSIC OF BOTSWANA / VARIOUS
Title:
MUSIC OF BOTSWANA / VARIOUS
Genre:
POP / INT'L & WORLD MUSIC
SKU:
093070437128
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    SKU/Barcode: 093070437128

    While traveling across Botswana in 1983, ethnomusicologist Elizabeth N. Wood captured music from Tswana-Sotho tribal descendants and Basarwa Bushmen, whose songs cover themes such as war, hunting, farming, school, and religion. Singing styles range from unison to harmony to call-and-response and are often accompanied by clapping and stomping, with an occasional whistle or drum. Instrumental tracks feature instruments such as the mbira (thumb piano) and lengope (mouth bow). Liner notes include a description of Botswana's geography, ethnic groups, music, and dance. Lyrics and track notes are also included.