We met with Watabwi, an orchestral group of marine conch shell players, who keep the Martinican tradition of Konn Lambi alive. These shells produce harmonious sounds that have their roots in the Arawak culture of Martinique.
Our journalist Séphora Sainte Rose joined in and also blew into the conch shell for the occasion. Don’t miss this episode full of Caribbean sounds.
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Journalist : Séphora Sainte Rose
Video and editing : Gilles Cazeneuve
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