Alwin Chow Lin On, ‘Chow’ to all who knew him in the UK, 30 April 1935 - 29 July 2011 #siasummer20nhc “At this time I had the opportunity to work with Alwin Chow Lin On(who was instrumental in a lot of Minshall large costume) We called him- Chowie. I got very involved in larger costume […]
What an interesting story from St Vincent Street San Fernando (South Trinidad) to leading one of Notting Hill Carnival major band - South Connections Avion has been part of my life from the first time I came to London to now at S.i.A -Ray Avion Mookram #siasummer20nhc #siafamilymystory #NHCpioneer #CaribbeanHistory #carnivalHstory
Notting Hill Carnival — the untold story ISHMAHIL BLAGROVE JR
#siasummer20nhc #CaribbeanHistory #carnivalHstory Notting Hill Carnival is London’s biggest street party, with costumed revellers and steel bands bringing the city to life in a colourful celebration of West Indian culture. In sharp contrast to its euphoric atmosphere, Carnival’s origins lie in race riots that saw the newly arrived immigrant population attacked by white nationalists. The Notting […]
#siasummer20nhc #CaribbeanHistory #carnivalHstory 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 ......... Calypso originated within Trinidad when slaves from West Africa were brought […]
