Rock it Come over: the Folk Music of Jamaica: With Special Reference to Kumina and the Work of Mrs Imogene

Rock it Come over: the Folk Music of Jamaica: With Special Reference to Kumina and the Work of Mrs Imogene "Queenie" Kennedy

by OliveLewin (Author)

Synopsis

This volume describes the music and lore of Jamaica from the early 16th century through emancipation in 1838 to the mid-20th century. Olive Lewin explores the role of music in the lives of slaves and explores the life and beliefs of the Kumina cult queen, Imogene "Queenie" Kennedy.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 351
Publisher: University of the West Indies Press
Published: 30 Sep 2001

ISBN 10: 9766400288
ISBN 13: 9789766400286