Kaleidophone
Various Artists
The Music of Africa Series - Musical Instruments 5. Xylophones
Kaleidophone (US) 1972
KMA 5 (LP)
sleeve : VG+(collapse on corner, dirts.)
media : EX-/EX-(some light noises.)
Released in 1972 as the 5th installment of the album series "The Music of Africa," curated by the non-profit organization The International Library of African Music based in Washington, USA. This collection features field recordings of African folk music and was recorded on-site by the organization's founder, British ethnomusicologist Hugh Tracy, who had been conducting field recordings since the 1920s. In this work, percussion performances by tribes residing in Tanzania, Congo, Zambia, Rhodesia, and Uganda are recorded. While offering a delightful exploration of African rhythms with influences on various types of music, it stands out as an outstanding piece with exceptionally high documentary value. Highly recommended.
A2: Luba (Southern Congo) “Mambala”
B5: Ganda (Uganga) “Kyuma”