Posted: 4 months ago
Date: 07.01.12
Reblog Post
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JaJah #
Organic Instruments #
spirituality #
music #
rapso #
RAPSO KING #
Trinidad #
rhythmic roots #
Nestled in the Caura Valley of Trinidad is an experience - not just one to touch the musical palette, but touches the very essence of your soul.
Jewels of Nature, a father and sons trio - JaJah Oga Onliu, his sons Baba Onilu and Modupe Onilu are makers and players of organic percussive instruments which demonstrate the harmonious relationship with nature itself and music.
JaJah Onilu at an early age knew his purpose. At the age of 13 he was already being trained in ancestral drumming as he played with elders, and the journey to become a master drummer, percussionist, craftsman, teacher, farmer and priest commenced.
Displaying not just good developmental mentoriing skills, but also ensuring continuity of the artform, legacy and overall ideal; on the birth of his two sons JaJah made certain that they too were trained in the creation and playing of organic instruments…. click the title for more…