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Calypso- Kaiso music has its origins in West Africa (particularly in present-day Nigeria) and in the Kingdom of Kongo and was brought over by the enslaved Africans,

07/08/2020 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Caribbean Music: “Kaiso” — Some history and examples to listen to!

Growing up in the Caribbean, especially being raised by Trinidadians, I have been exposed to a variety of music from across the region. Particularly music out of Trinidad. By Jamtaylor

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Calypso originated within Trinidad when slaves from West Africa were brought into the Caribbean islands to work on the sugar plantations. It is believed that Calypso evolved from the West African “Kaiso.” Known as “the poor man’s newspaper,” Calypso first emerged in tents, where slaves who were forbidden to speak to each other would meet in secret; a way of preserving west African traditions, communicating news and mocking their cruel masters. By Egypt Today Staff … 

 

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07/08/2020
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8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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CAFE
STUDIO 5 209A, COLDHABOUR LANE
LONDON, SW9 8RU United Kingdom
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