Year 3
❤️ Cycle C ❤️
Genre: World Music Traditions
Style: West African Djembe
Composers:
Babatunde Olatunji
He was a pioneering drummer from Nigeria, releasing 17 albums in his lifetime. He is said to have introduced ‘world music’ to the western world. After gaining a scholarship to attend an American University – he encountered much racism. He and his friends challenged this despite the threat of prison for their efforts.
The West African Djembe Drum
Babatunde Olatunji brought djembe drumming to the wider world – here’s a intro to this beautiful and versatile drum. Get inspired!
Farai introduces you to the djembe and talks about its historical importance to the Mali Empire.
❤️Music Lesson❤️
featuring Babatunde Olatunji
Lesson Resources:
❤️Black History Month❤️
World Class Performances and Recordings
Genre: Western Classical Tradition
Style: 20th Century Modern Era
As well as playing in some of the world’s most prestigious concert halls already, American violinist Randall Goosby is a passionate advocate for diversity in classical music, a champion for music education, and a performer who looks out for opportunities to inspire people at every turn.
Genre: Popular Music
Style: Funk / Soul
What a legend! This blind musician needs absolutely no introduction!
Genre: World Music Traditions
Style: African Gospel Music
Soweto Gospel Choir was formed to celebrate the unique and inspirational power of African Gospel music. The choir draws on the best talent from the many churches in and around Soweto. The choir is dedicated to sharing the joy of faith through music with audiences around the world.
Genre: Popular Music
Style: Progressive R&B / Jazz
This Grammy Award winning artist, who uses the stage name Thundercat, has worked with legends Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, Flying Lotus, Erykah Badu and Kendrick Lamar. This is one of his best songs featuring a very uplifting message about resilience in the video.
Genre: Popular Music
Style: Pop/ R&B
The legendary Beyoncé performing ‘Halo’ acoustically with some excellent backing vocals! This was performed live at the National University Hospital for sick children in Singapore.