The polyphonic singing of the Baka women, an indigenous people of the Central African rainforest (Cameroon, Congo, and Gabon), is one of the oldest and most profound musical expressions on the African continent. Its main characteristics include: Vocal polyphony: several female voices sing distinct lines that intertwine in a circular fashion, creating a hypnotic soundscape without the need for instruments. #inspirationofafrica | Quim Fàbregas - Fotografía y Viajes.
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The polyphonic singing of the Baka women, an indigenous people of the Central African rainforest (Cameroon, Congo, and Gabon), is one of the oldest and most profound musical expressions on the African continent. Its main characteristics include: Vocal polyphony: several female voices sing distinct lines that intertwine in a circular fashion, creating a hypnotic soundscape without the need for instruments. #inspirationofafrica | Quim Fàbregas - Fotografía y Viajes.
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