Introduction
Figure 1-1
Photo: Kakraba Lobi performing at the University of Ghana, Legon circa 1970.
Figure 1-2
Photo: Men dancing at Kakraba Lobi's funeral as cowrie shells are tossed on the keys of Maal Yichiir's xylophone.
Figure 1-3
Video: Excerpt of Maal Yichiir performing a section of Saan Di Bieko at the funeral of Kakraba Lobi, ending with the call for his drummer to join.
Figure 1-4
Photo: Professional portrait of El Vuur.
Figure 1-5
Photo: Belendi Saanti pausing for a break during a performance beneath the shade of mango trees in Vondiel.
Figure 1-6
Video: Maal Yichiir performing with full percussive accompaniment.