Berimbau

Duration: 12

Year Published: 1971

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Sound: sound

Description: Shows the use of the berimbau, a musical instrument of African origins, by musicians in the northern Brazilian province of Bahia. Examines the construction, history, and playing techniques used with the berimbau and presents several musical pieces played on it by native Brazilian musicians. Nana, the renowned Black musician, plays traditional melodies and sings African ritual songs.

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