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Rumba on the River by Gary Stewart · Booklabria

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Rumba on the River

History and criticismHistoire et critique

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First published: 2000
Language: English
Editions: 3

Synopsis

"Rumba on the River presents a snapshot of an era when the currents of tradition and modernization collided along the banks of the Congo. It is the story of twin capitals engulfed in political struggle and the vibrant new music that flowered the ferment." (cover)

Subjects: History and criticism
Histoire et critique
Popular music
Popular music, history and criticism
Folk music
Musique populaire
Set in: Congo
Kinshasa
Time: 1980s; 1960s; 1950s; 1970s

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