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The Baoule of the Ivory Coast

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The Baoule of the Ivory Coast

Around 1730, warfare with the Ashanti of the Gold Coast drove the Baoule people to the Ivory Coast. Since settling there, the Baoule have developed a distinct music and dance culture for ceremonies honoring the gods and for secular enjoyment. In his liner notes, Donald Thurow provides extensive historical information and descriptions of instruments and ceremonies. He explains, “A rhythmic beat and a vocal chorus are a part of every folktale, and music without dancing is virtually non-existant (sic).”

Track Listing

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Goli Dance Chorus of men 04:22
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Kloro Dance Mourners at the funeral ceremonies for a village elder 01:58
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Heirloom Instruments Three musicians 02:00
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Djourou Solo musician 02:48
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Djourou Harp and Voice Solo musician 01:32
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Flute Flute and drummer 01:01
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107
Flute and Drum Flute and drummer 01:39
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Woman's Song Female vocalist 01:39
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Min Nouan Dance Two dancers, drums and chorus of women 07:50
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Man's Song Male singer 01:52
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Flute Flute and drummer 01:49
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Anougble Festival Various musicians at the festival 02:39
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Anougble Festival Various musicians at the festival 02:06
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Anougble Festival Various musicians at the festival 04:53
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Anougble Festival Various musicians at the festival 02:07
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Xylophone Two musicians 00:46
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Xylophone Two musicians 00:59
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Xylophone Two musicians 01:29
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Xylophone Two musicians 00:34
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Xylophone Two musicians 01:28
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Flute Vocal rendition of flute music 02:12
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Vocal, With Chorus Vocalist with chorus 01:56