How lucky I was to have been growing up in Kingston when Kumina premiered. I was struck and mesmerized. How wonderful to have such a riveting expression of our African heritage. Homage and hail to Rex, our master visionary!
I woke up this morning with kumina on my mind. I am yearning for home. NDTC seasons were a thing back when I was a child. Now this, posted a few days ago.....synchronicity. The spirits of the ancestors know that we need a balm in these times. Ase'
Always loved going to see NDTC in my younger days. Just listening to the drums had me tapping and moving .. the elegance. .. I have wondered what it would be like to experience the real thing...I remember Patsy ricketts...
If only this could be preserved like a good bottle of wine. I really like this part of our culture. Please don't let it die!
How lucky I was to have been growing up in Kingston when Kumina premiered. I was struck and mesmerized. How wonderful to have such a riveting expression of our African heritage. Homage and hail to Rex, our master visionary!
Brilliant. Prof. Nettleford was a genius.
I woke up this morning with kumina on my mind. I am yearning for home. NDTC seasons were a thing back when I was a child. Now this, posted a few days ago.....synchronicity. The spirits of the ancestors know that we need a balm in these times. Ase'
My favorite part of the dancing!! Memories of seeing the McGowan Sisters and the group at the NDTC with my dad!!!
So beautiful and creative
The ever fabulous Rex👍🏼💕 Thank you for posting. I so appreciate the brilliance and elegance of this distinguished fine gentleman.
I'm a Trini that lived in Ja one of my fond memories of Jamaican culture.
Beautiful, elegant expression and presentation, indicative of the genius of Nettleford and our African Diaspora cultures. Thank you.
Always loved going to see NDTC in my younger days. Just listening to the drums had me tapping and moving .. the elegance. .. I have wondered what it would be like to experience the real thing...I remember Patsy ricketts...
Wonderful...Yes, Patsy Ricketts was a beautiful dancer onstage and she still exudes a 'gentle beauty' offstage.
the brilliant Rex Nettleford
Beautiful... gone but not forgotten
Thanks for sharing this treasure trove!
Spectacular !
Thank you for your support.
Beautiful.
Thank you so much, these videos will help us through the season. Keep them coming!
We have a strong West African retention.
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Great performance! is there a recording of the music available?
I think I keep forgetting the stick fight form that this work also stylizes... is it Warrick?
Correct
Did you see me? Short girls side in purple
Can someone tell me the name of this song and singers?
Traditional Songs arranged by Marjorie Whyle (Musical Director Emerita) and performed by the NDTC Singers