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 Ancient Civilizations of Southern Africa 4 - The Xhosa People   Ancient Civilizations of Southern Africa 4 - The Xhosa People 
Exciting and lively traditional songs and chants of the Xhosa people from South Africa, famous through Miriam Makeba's international hit, the famous Click Song . Compiled, performed by, and under the direction of leading South African musician and singer Blues Ntaka. A cappella songs, sometimes call-and-response style, sometimes in beautiful four-part harmonies accompanied by clapping, stomping, ankle shakers, whistling, etc.
 
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 Mbube and Gospel from Southern Africa - Blessings Nqo   Mbube and Gospel from Southern Africa - Blessings Nqo 
Blessings Nqo, a member of the successful vocal group Insingizi, presents a unique fusion of traditional a cappella songs and Gospel tunes from Southern Africa accompanied with djembes, rattles, keyboards, guitar, bass & In the tradition of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Blessings and his fellow musicians show the strength and enchantment of African Mbube. Info in four languages.
 
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 Modern Gospel from West Africa - Chidinma Okafor   Modern Gospel from West Africa - Chidinma Okafor 
Passionate gospel songs with Chidinma Okafor, star of Nigerian music, backed by a beautiful multi-part choir. The songs are in Yoruba, Hausa, Ibo and English, accompanied with modern rhythms. Information about the artist and each of the songs in English, German, French and Spanish.
 
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 African Heartbeat - Drums and Percussion from Southern Africa - Barry Van Zyl   African Heartbeat - Drums and Percussion from Southern Africa - Barry Van Zyl 
In his first solo album, Barry Van Zyl, world-renowned South African percussionist and drummer with the Johnny Clegg Band since 1999, presents his interpretation of the rhythms and feels of southern African drumming. The album combines musical and rhythmical influences from Zimbabwe, Botswana, Zambia, Namibia...
 
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 Goema Music from Cape Town, South Africa - Barry Van Zyl & The Bo Kaap Collective   Goema Music from Cape Town, South Africa - Barry Van Zyl & The Bo Kaap Collective 
Goema [pronounce: "gooma"] music from the Bo Kaap, Cape Town, South Africa, as played today, still in its traditional format with voices, percussion, bass, banjo and guitar. The songs ("goema liedjies") have their origins in the early days of the cape; they are very much community music, full of social comment, humour and double entendre. Info in four languages. Afrikaans lyrics in the booklet.
 
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 Ancient Civilisations of Southern Africa 3 - The Tswana People   Ancient Civilisations of Southern Africa 3 - The Tswana People 
This excellent album presents traditional and contemporary music and rhythms of the Tswana peoples (Botswana and surrounding areas). There are a cappella songs accompanied with clapping and ankle shakers, pieces with huge marimbas (xylophones) playing intricate rhythms and melodies, and more. Traditional drums and various other percussion, clapping and shouts are all part of the feel.
 
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 Africa, A Musical Journey - Adzido   Africa, A Musical Journey - Adzido 
Pure, earthy and exhilarating African drumming and singing in many different styles and from many different countries, e.g. South Africa, Guinea, Ghana, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast and Mozambique. Explanations to each of the pieces in four languages.
 
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 Routes to Roots - Yoruba Drums from Nigeria - Solá Akingbolá   Routes to Roots - Yoruba Drums from Nigeria - Solá Akingbolá 
Solá Akingbolá, long-standing percussionist with the international, chart-topping band Jamiroquai, presents a superb album of Yoruba (Nigeria) percussion. He finds his way back to his roots exploring the unique melodies, rhythmic structures and philosophical poetry of the Yoruba people.
 
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 African Kora - Ravi   African Kora - Ravi 
Cascading and soothing, almost hypnotic sounds of the kora, solo, and also accompanied by other African instruments (djembe, balafon, bells…).
"… should be of great interest to those of you with a liking for new timbres. Highly recommended." - Tim Panting, Classical Guitar, UK
 
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 Drums of Burundi - Ensemble Folklorique Batimbo   Drums of Burundi - Ensemble Folklorique Batimbo 
Wild, raw, untamed, earthy! Ecstatic drumming and chanting by drummers from Burundi (Central Africa), on massive drums, carved out of tree trunks. The Batimbo are the custodians of the sacred drum tradition. The ancient lineages of drummers have kept their art alive. The booklet contains rich information in English, German, French and Spanish, and lots of photos.
 
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 Tribal Beatz of Africa - Yelengu - featuring Barry Van Zyl, Robin Hogarth, Johnny Clegg...   Tribal Beatz of Africa - Yelengu - featuring Barry Van Zyl, Robin Hogarth, Johnny Clegg... 
A wonderful combination of traditional rhythms and percussion from around Africa, combining the energy and pulse of tribal beats with the talents of some top modern day African musicians and singers. Featuring a track written and performed by Johnny Clegg. 28-page booklet, lots of photos, extensive info in four languages. Total playing time: 63:17 min.
 
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 Spotlight on Kenyan Music - also featuring: Suzzana Owiyo, Achien'g Abura   Spotlight on Kenyan Music - also featuring: Suzzana Owiyo, Achien'g Abura 
Contemporary songs from Kenya, rooted in East African musical tradition, sung in Kiswahili, Kikamba, Luhya and other local dialects. The album gives a taste of the rich variety of musical traditions and styles which have influenced the songs performed. Original lyrics included, plus background info about the artists. Also featuring Suzzana Owiyo and Achien'g Abura.
 
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 Afro-Mandinka Soul - Tama Silo - Seckou Keita Quartet   Afro-Mandinka Soul - Tama Silo - Seckou Keita Quartet 
Seckou Keita presents his Quartet with West African kora, a host of African drums and percussion, double bass, Egyptian violin, riti (fiddle), n'goni (lute), cajon (box drum)… Beautiful, soothing, almost hypnotic music.
"Seckou Keita, an inspired exponent of the kora can make the West African harp-lute sound like a small band." - Guardian
"Keita's vocals, passionate and melodic, add an element to an already inspired recording." - Dirty Linen
 
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 Ancient Civilisations of Southern Africa 2 - Tribal Drums of the Venda People   Ancient Civilisations of Southern Africa 2 - Tribal Drums of the Venda People 
The Venda live in a remote region in northern South Africa. Their rituals and singing are accompanied by massive sacred and numerous secular drums, various rattles, ankle bells, conch horns, clapping and ululations…
"Let this simple but powerful music work its mysticism into you." - Tom Orr, Global Rhythm
 
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 South African Gospel - Steve Kekana, Soweto Gospel Choir, Solly Mthiya, Youth In Action…   South African Gospel - Steve Kekana, Soweto Gospel Choir, Solly Mthiya, Youth In Action… 

Featuring the world renowned Soweto Gospel Choir, Steve Kekana, Youth in Action, Queen Ranyama and others, this is an up-beat and uplifting album of choral Gospel music from South Africa with and without instrumental accompaniment. Arrangements range from traditional to modern. Info about each choir and each song in English, German, French and Spanish. Playing time: 68:25 min.

 
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 Tribal Dance from East Africa   Tribal Dance from East Africa 
This album presents traditional tribal songs, ritual and dances from various regions in Kenya, accompanied on traditional instruments, such as the kayamba (raft rattle), mumanga (thumb piano), isanu (gourd trumpet) irimba (thumb piano), bells, marimbas and more. Information in English, German, French and Spanish explaining the backgrounds to the music.
 
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 Bushmen of the Kalahari   Bushmen of the Kalahari 
This album documents the almost extinct Bushman culture in Southern Africa. Extensive documentation in the 40-page booklet with amazing colour photographs. Bushmen shaman healing rituals, hunting songs, rain-making songs, tracking songs, a spoken history of the Qwii… accompanied on authentic self-built instruments by some of the last Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert. 35 tracks.
 
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 African Roots - Mantse - Nii Tagoe   African Roots - Mantse - Nii Tagoe 
A collection of songs rooted in African tradition, with traditional as well as contemporary instrumentations. Nii Tagoe worked with chart toppers such as the Afro-Celt crossover band Baka Beyond, African Headcharge, Martin Cradick and Osibisa, as well as the pan-African dance ensemble Adzido. Booklet info in English, German, French and Spanish.
 
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 Songs from the Source of the Nile - Rachel Magoola   Songs from the Source of the Nile - Rachel Magoola 
A collection of the best songs of former Afrigo Band lead singer Rachel Magoola. Info about the artist and the music in English, German, French and Spanish. Over 60 minutes playing time.
"Uganda's number one diva…" - BBC;
"… seamless hybrid of African cross rhythms, R&B and funky modern beats…" - The Weekly Observer, Kampala
 
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 Ritual Songs and Dances from Africa - Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Ethiopia, Botswana, Ivory Coast, Senegal… - Adzido   Ritual Songs and Dances from Africa - Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Ethiopia, Botswana, Ivory Coast, Senegal… - Adzido 
Adzido is famous for their excellence in portraying the richness of African heritage to audiences all over the world. Their earthy and powerful collection of authentic African tribal dances and chants brought to you from countries all over Africa. Information about each of the songs and dances in English, German, French and Spanish. Total playing time 2 hours, 4 mins.
 
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