Nhema musasa – Mavembe/Gandanga Tuning Mbira Piece Intensive
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Description
Nhema musasa (”Chop [branches to make] a temporary shelter”) is a traditional Shona song played in ceremonies and at other occasions. This collection includes perfomances of the piece in mavembe, also known as gandanga, tuning. Enjoy listening to the complex and diverse styles of the piece! [Total time: 79:59]
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Tracks
- Gift Rushambwa 2010 [8:04]
- Christopher Samuriwo 2009 [6:41]
- Forward Kwenda 1986 [15:02]
- Henry Gandidzanwa 2009 [8:08]
- Tute Chigamba 1991 [4:06]
- Tute & Irene Chigamba 1988 [4:52]
- Tute & Henry Chigamba 1991 [5:44]
- F. Kwenda & Chris Chaitezvi 1994 [14:08]
- Forward Kwenda 1997 [8:15]
- Ephat Mujuru Mbira Ensemble 1980 [4:31]
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