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Folk Music of Ghana

Various Artists
Folk Music of Ghana

Recorded in 1964, Folk Music of Ghana includes music from West African tribes and religious groups such as the Akonodey and the Tigari. Polyrhythmic drumming and chanting are featured prominently in songs such as "Kumi’na Gyaemi" (Kill me or leave me), an oath-swearing initiation song for the Tigari religious cult of Ghana, as well as "Adaawe," in which women gather to sing about the day’s gossip. Liner notes include detailed notes for every track.

Track Listing

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Akonodey Akonodey ensemble 02:38
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102
Adaawe Adaawe singers 04:40
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103
Ataa Oblanyo Ghanaian women singers 03:38
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104
Simpa (Amura and Fire Fire) Hausa ensemble 03:58
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105
Agbaja (Drums and Chorus) Ewe ensemble 01:51
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106
Agbaja (Drum Chant) Ewe ensemble 01:59
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107
Agbaja (Percussions and Ritual Chants) Ewe ensemble 05:05
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201
Kumi 'Na Gyaemi Tigari ensemble 02:58
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202
Gome (Mr. Jacobson) Janja ensemble 03:09
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203
Gome (Janja) Ashwa ensemble 01:50
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204
Akorah Anumah (The Early Bird) Ashwa percussionists and singers 03:03
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205
Abosuah (Weep No More, Mourners) Abosuah musicians 03:08
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206
Asafo (War Songs) Asafo ensemble 02:52
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207
Asaaye (Women's Ritual and War Drums) Asaaye ensemble 02:29
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208
Kolomashie Kolomashie ensemble 03:45