I loved this piece. The rhythms and cadences of the Naxi mountain song are absolutely hypnotic. Yes, there is no explanation and no narration, but I liked that. So often pieces are overexplained. This would be an easy choice for programming concerning cultural preservation.
For 3:17, you won't hear a word of English, and even as I write this, I am torn by a sense that I should be aware of what Dapo is singing about, where the Naxi come from, and so on. But the sheer oomph of his singing is great.
Presenters might talk in and around the piece without doing too much harm if they were to get more info about Dapo, the Naxi, and the content of the song.
Comments for Dapo Sings on Waikiki
Produced by Jennifer Dunn, Dapo Abo
Other pieces by Jennifer Dunn
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paul overton
Posted on April 26, 2004 at 06:03 AM | Permalink
Review of Dapo Sings on Waikiki
I loved this piece. The rhythms and cadences of the Naxi mountain song are absolutely hypnotic. Yes, there is no explanation and no narration, but I liked that. So often pieces are overexplained. This would be an easy choice for programming concerning cultural preservation.
Jackson Braider
Posted on April 26, 2004 at 04:18 AM | Permalink
Review of Dapo Sings on Waikiki
For 3:17, you won't hear a word of English, and even as I write this, I am torn by a sense that I should be aware of what Dapo is singing about, where the Naxi come from, and so on. But the sheer oomph of his singing is great.
Presenters might talk in and around the piece without doing too much harm if they were to get more info about Dapo, the Naxi, and the content of the song.