"Bewaa" (you come)
(Traditional) Arrangement by Gina Ferrera. Ewe drum ensemble arranged by Dan Gorlin. “Bewaa” is recreational music- that literally translates to "you come." Bewaa music is played at social events where the community comes together, (harvest festivals, marriage ceremonies, and naming ceremonies). Bewaa is also commonly played at pito bars where family and friends gather together to share in the local brew (pito), song, and dance. Creative liberty was taken with this version of Bewaa as it features an Ewe drum ensemble, tabla drums, electronic beats and American blues influences.
Featuring:
Dan Gorlin- Eue drums: kloboto, kidi, Kagahu, gahkogui (bell), axatse (shaker)
Pete McRae- effect guitar, finger-style electric guitar
Gina Ferrera- gyil, electronic drums, percussion, vocals, axatse (shaker), effects
Radha- tabla drums
Geoff Thompson- harmonica
Dave Manley- guitar
Shawn Hennessey- vocals
Okomfo Adwoa Tacheampong- vocals
Kwesi Opare- vocals
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