202442 minPGdocumentary

Cape Verde: Volcanoes, pristine beaches, carnival

202442 minPGdocumentary

Carnival in Cape Verde features a parade that culminates months of preparation, bringing together communities for a night of music and celebration.

Music History Performance Arts

Genres

Culture,

Music

Channel: DW Documentary

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Cape Verde: Volcanoes, pristine beaches, carnival

2024• 42 minPG

Synopsis

Carnival in Cape Verde features a parade that culminates months of preparation, bringing together communities for a night of music and celebration.

Synopsis

Nuno, a drummer in Cape Verde, prepares for the annual Carnival, the most significant event in the country’s calendar. As he recruits new talent, 12-year-old Jazon nervously practices for his first performance. The film captures the vibrant culture of the Cape Verdean archipelago, including the lush landscapes of São Antão and the sandy beaches of Sal. Music, particularly the genre of morna, plays a central role in the lives of the residents, reflecting their traditions and experiences.

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Why Watch

Meet Nuno, the drummer preparing for Carnival.
Follow Jazon as he experiences Carnival for the first time.
Discover the unique sounds of Cape Verde's Morna music.
See how Carnival brings the community together.

Did You Know

Cape Verde is located about 600 km west of Senegal in the Atlantic Ocean.
Nine of the ten Cape Verdean islands are inhabited.
Claudia, a young musician, studies law while pursuing her passion for Morna music.
Carnival is the most important date in Cape Verde's calendar.
The capital of Cape Verde, Mindelo, is home to the largest port in the country.

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Cultural enthusiastsMusic loversTravel adventurersFestival goers

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main sources of income for Cape Verdeans?

Fishing, agriculture, and tourism are the main sources of income for Cape Verdeans.

How far are Cape Verde's islands from the coast of Senegal?

Cape Verde's islands are located approximately 600 km west of Senegal in the Atlantic Ocean.

What is the central theme of Cape Verde's Morna music?

A central theme of Morna music is 'sodade', which expresses the pain of leaving Cape Verde and the longing for home.

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