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Griots
Griots
One would be the thumb piano. There are undoubtedly others.
One can trace the history of rap back to the West African professional singers/storytellers known as Griots.
The storytellers kept alive their village's oral history.
The storytellers kept alive their village's oral history.
The storytellers kept alive their village's oral history.
Griots are West African storytellers, historians, and musicians who pass down oral traditions through generations. They are respected members of their communities and play a vital role in preserving cultural heritage.
Giots were the teachers and storytellers.
African music.
In West African culture, storytellers, known as griots or jalis, play a crucial role in preserving history, traditions, and social values through oral storytelling. They are often skilled musicians and poets, using their art to entertain, educate, and convey moral lessons. Griots serve as historians, genealogists, and advisors, passing down knowledge through generations and fostering a sense of community identity. Their performances not only entertain but also reinforce cultural heritage and communal bonds.
They are called griots.