The Rhythm of the Panthers

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The Rhythm of the Panthers inviata il 11 Marzo 2026 ore 8:38 da Roberto Pazzi. 6 commenti, 140 visite.

a 25mm, 1/500 f/6.3, ISO 640, mano libera.

Group of musicians with the traditional musical instruments used to mark the rhythm of the Boloye (Ivory Coast). HUMANKIND, my premium, limited-edition, museum-quality standard book featuring over 200 large-format photos. Available on my website: https://robertopazziphoto.com In performances of the Boloye, the ritual “Panther dance” of the Senufo people of northern Côte d’Ivoire, musicians play a central role in shaping the rhythm, energy, and ceremonial atmosphere of the event. Their music is not just accompaniment but a structural element of the performance, guiding the dancers’ movements and helping create the transition from everyday life to ritual space. The musicians usually sit together facing the performance area, often wearing coordinated ceremonial clothing. The music typically begins at a moderate tempo and gradually accelerates, building tension before the dancers enter. Singing often accompanies the instrumental rhythms in a repetitive, chant-like style that strengthens the collective and ritual character of the performance. One of the most characteristic instruments of the ensemble is the bolon, a monochord harp-lute made from a large calabash covered with animal skin and fitted with a curved wooden neck. A single string stretches between the neck and the resonating body, producing a deep and resonant sound. Musicians pluck the string while also striking the calabash, combining melodic and percussive elements in a single instrument. Percussive textures are reinforced by rattles such as the shekere, a gourd covered with a beaded net that produces a bright rhythmic sound when shaken or struck. Other seed-filled gourds may also be used, adding layers to the rhythmic structure typical of West African musical traditions. In some performances several bolon players perform together while singers alternate vocal lines or chant collectively. These vocal calls help guide the timing of the choreography and mark important moments in the dance. Beyond their musical role, the instruments also have ritual significance. Among the Senufo, music is closely linked to initiation traditions and to communication with the spiritual world. Through their rhythms and voices, the musicians create the sonic framework that allows the dancers to embody the symbolic qualities of the panther while reinforcing the cultural identity and ancestral traditions of the community. Website: https://robertopazziphoto.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/roberto_pazzi_photo/

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Buttura Roberto

inviato il 11 Marzo 2026 ore 8:46

fantastic , only a lot of applause

Juza	inviato il 11 Marzo 2026 ore 9:08 Ottima foto (come sempre!) e anche le tue didascalie sono molto interessanti e aiutano a capire le storie che ci sono dietro queste foto!