Creolization in English Caribbean Music
In this blog we will focus and explore on the theme Creolization in English Caribbean music based on the textbook 'Tour de Force: A Musical Journey of The Caribbean.'.
One example that stood out to me was the Rake 'n' Scrape done in The Bahamas. This particular genre blends African and European sounds to create its own. Instruments such as the accordion, goombay drum and handsaw are all included in rake 'n' scrape.
This picture demonstrates a Rake 'n' Scrape group using a variety of instruments. to create one rhythm.
The
below video demonstrates or further explains the origin of rake and scrape and
give a more in detail explanation of my description.
Another example of Creolization in English Music is Reggae. According to the book, style such as the skank rhythm, slow tempo and use of electric bass is used to harmonize Reggae. Reggae is seen in many Jamaican artists.
The below picture shows Chezidek, a musical artist that exhibits the Reggae style of music.
The
below video demonstrates the artist Chezidek using the patois language, a
Jamaican Creole language. The beat of the song a mellow one, one that persons can sway along to. the song is a favorite of mines actually. very deep meaning to it and pleasing to the ear.
Another
example exhibited in the textbook was Calypso music which originated in
Trinidad and Tobago. Calypso is a mix of French, Caribbean European and African
music. Calypso is a fast-steady genre of music.
Here is a picture of Slinger Francisco, a Trinidadian Calypso singer, commonly known as Mighty Sparrow.
This
video is Mr. Mighty Sparrow live in concert to witness his rawness in musical
taste. This helps you to witness the many instruments used in this genre of
music.
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