Since the beginning of time, music and dancing have played a vital role in people's ability to communicate, and celebrate events, with an array of sounds announcing important ceremonies. In Africa, music is a social activity in which almost everyone participates. Music highlights African values, with various traditions accompanied by a melody. Many events of importance are celebrated with music, whether it is a marriage, a birth, or a ceremonial rite of passage. There are work songs that accompany digging, chopping and harvesting. There... read full review »