Abstract
The Gullah Geechee people were brought over as slaves from West Africa to the sea islands, spanning from North Carolina to Florida. Because of the remote location of these islands, many of their cultural traditions were preserved. Notably, Gullah Geechee music has generated research interest can be heard in songs like Kumbaya and Michael Row the Boat Ashore. In this arts-based research study, Gullah Geechee music from the late 1800s through today is analyzed to identify unique sonic, lyric, and rhythmic features. Based on the findings, a musical composition has been created, inspired by the characteristics of Gullah Geechee songs throughout history. During the session, musical examples and the composition will be shared and discussed to identify analytic features to encourage dialogue, cultural preservation, and creative sharing.
Presenters
Melanie ShawSchool of Education, Northcentral University, United States Paul Shaw
adjunct faculty, United States University
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Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
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Gullah Geechee Music Culture Preservation
Digital Media
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