What is Dounounba?
1. A DRUM- In traditional Guinean music there is a Djembe drum played with hands, and three base drums played with sticks. The dounounba is the biggest of the three, with the deepest sound. Very powerful instrument...
2. A RHYTHM- Well, more like a family of rhythms. It is not known excatly how many, but some say there are at least 50 different sychopations that fall under the Dounounba umbrella. And each of these rhythms are accompanied by unique dance steps, some of which can be danced for many dounounbas, whereas others are done exclusively for their designated rhythm.
3. A GATHERING- An event where skilled musicians play any combination of these rhythms while community members dance in a fiery exchange of high energy and power. All ages, all skill levels, all backgrounds are welcome to express themselves through these traditional rhythms and dances, as well as observe and encourage fellow participants.
9 окт 2024
