Ghana’s Musical Instruments: Unlocking a Beautiful Sound of Hope
There is a song of hope that Ghana sings to us, a song of hope and healing. My stay in the country exposed me to this melody that is undefiled. It’s like Ghana’s musical instruments were tuned in heaven by special angels. They narrate a story that calls the diaspora home. Each string of the […]
Live music in Accra : Where the heart of Ghana Beats
Live music in Accra is the boombox that keeps the city alive. Nightlife benefits from this the most. When the activities calm down, it is time to unwind and take in some of Ghana’s finest melodies. Accra, the vibrant capital of Ghana, is a city where music is more than just entertainment—it’s a way of […]
Ghana’s Traditional Drumming: Capturing Life in the Culture
I grew up in a culture where Rastafarianism and Christianity were the two major belief systems. One thing unique to both is the drumming that is present in their gatherings. There is no church without some good drumming, neither is there a Rasta meeting without the pounding of the kete drum. No doubt, drumming is […]