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The Artistry of Afro-Cuban Bata Drumming - Aesthetics, Transmission, Bonding, and Creativity (Hardcover, New) Loot Price: R1,785
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The Artistry of Afro-Cuban Bata Drumming - Aesthetics, Transmission, Bonding, and Creativity (Hardcover, New): Kenneth...

The Artistry of Afro-Cuban Bata Drumming - Aesthetics, Transmission, Bonding, and Creativity (Hardcover, New)

Kenneth Schweitzer

Series: Caribbean Studies Series

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An iconic symbol and sound of the Lucumi/Santeria religion, Afro-Cuban bata are talking drums that express the epic mythological narratives of the West African Yoruba deities known as "orisha." By imitating aspects of speech and song, and by metaphorically referencing salient attributes of the deities, bata drummers facilitate the communal praising of "orisha" in a music ritual known as a "toque de santo."

In "The Artistry of Afro-Cuban Bata Drumming," Kenneth Schweitzer blends musical transcription, musical analysis, interviews, ethnographic descriptions, and observations from his own experience as a ritual drummer to highlight the complex variables at work during a live Lucumi performance.

Integral in enabling trance possessions by the "orisha," by far the most dramatic expressions of Lucumi faith, bata drummers are also entrusted with controlling the overall ebb and flow of the four- to six-hour "toque de santo." During these events, bata drummers combine their knowledge of ritual with an extensive repertoire of rhythms and songs. Musicians focus on the many thematic acts that unfold both concurrently and in quick succession. In addition to creating an emotionally charged environment, playing salute rhythms for the "orisha," and supporting the playful song competitions that erupt between singers, bata drummers are equally dedicated to nurturing their own drumming community by creating a variety of opportunities for the musicians to grow artistically and creatively."

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Imprint: University Press Of Mississippi
Country of origin: United States
Series: Caribbean Studies Series
Release date: December 2012
First published: February 2013
Authors: Kenneth Schweitzer
Dimensions: 229 x 152 x 19mm (L x W x T)
Format: Hardcover - Cloth over boards
Pages: 272
Edition: New
ISBN-13: 978-1-61703-669-9
Categories: Books > Humanities > History > History of other lands
Books > Arts & Architecture > Music > Theory of music & musicology > General
Books > Arts & Architecture > Music > Musical instruments & instrumental ensembles > Percussion instruments
Books > History > History of other lands
Books > Music > Musical instruments & instrumental ensembles > Percussion instruments
Books > Music > Theory of music & musicology > General
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LSN: 1-61703-669-2
Barcode: 9781617036699

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