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Forward Kwenda 31 Aug. & 1 Sep. 1997 – Mavembe Tuning Mbira

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This recording of mbira master Forward Kwenda was made by a friend during his first US visit. The waves of sparkling high notes were characteristic of Kwenda’s style at the time. [Total time: 89:26]

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Tracks

  1. Marenje  [11:31]
  2. Mandarendare  [21:57]
  3. Mukai tiende  [19:32]
  4. Tadzungaira  [20:27]
  5. Tadzungaira  [11:38]
  6. Tadzungaira  [4:22]

Additional information

Title Forward Kwenda 31 Aug. & 1 Sep. 1997 – Mavembe Tuning Mbira
SKU music-3231-download
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Ensemble Type
Music Tuning
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