| Description |
1 videodisc (DVD) (70 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in |
| Contents |
Dogonouchi -- Godje -- Gouroumis -- Boubon -- Zigda -- Komssa -- Gouroumis -- Cowrie shell divination -- Bori wasa : Dogonouchi -- Douchi girl dance -- Niamey pentecostal ecstasy -- Agadez -- Ouragan dei air -- Groupe internane |
| Summary |
This film contains examples of music of the Sahel region of Africa, showcasing many of Niger's musical styles. Includes examples of Tuareg electric guitar trance rock, Bori cult dance ceremonies, Fulani folk, and roadhouse gospel rave-ups |
| Notes |
Program notes in English by Hisham Mayet ([8] p. : ill.) in container |
| Performer |
Various native performers |
| Event |
Filmed on location in Niger, Nov.-Dec. 2004 |
| Notes |
DVD, NTSC, all regions |
| Subject |
Music -- Niger.
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Music -- Sahel.
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| Genre/Form |
Video recordings.
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| Author |
Mayet, Hisham.
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Sublime Frequencies (Firm)
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