Chimurenga music in Zimbabwe.

 

 

Discuss the origin and the development of Chimurenga music in Zimbabwe. What is the meaning of Chimurenga and how does it come about? In your discussion consider factors such as the influence and inspiration of traditional Shona music on Thomas Mapfumo throughout his musical career.

The videos should give you some ideas on the commonalities in traditional Shona music performance and how Mapfumo invoke Shona musical sensibilities through the use of instruments, style and rhythm in Chimurenga music.

 

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