Yiri - Koko

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GCSE Music (Mine) Flashcards on Yiri - Koko, created by Joanna van Dyk on 28/12/2015.
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From which country in Africa do the musicians come? Burkino Faso
How many musicians are there in the group Koko? 6
What is the name of the album from which the track comes? Burkino Faso: Balafons et Tambours d'Afrique
What does 'Yiri' literally translate to? 'wood'
What is the lead singer's name? Madou Kone
What is this music used for in African culture? Dance
What drums are used? Djembes Large and small talking drums
How are different tones produced on the drums? They are hit in different places
How are the vocals organised? Solo male vocalist and chorus
What other instruments are used? Two balafons Ends with a bell
What techniques do the balafons use? Improvisation Tremolo
What is the most important rhythmic feature? it is polyrhythmic
There is a ________ rhythmic ostinato in the drums throughout (crotchet + 2 quavers) resultant
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