The Music and Culture of Vanuatu (2020) – Full Documentary
This string of remote islands in the South Pacific is home to a vast array of diverse and ancient cultures. Customs and traditions that span thousands of years of Melanesian history, and remain an important part of the way of life of the people that live here.
Explore the sights and sounds of their past and present!
Individual Session Times:
0:03 – Bamboo Flute Playing – Edgar – Pentecost
0:48 – String Band Music – The Maluarua String Band – Port Vila, Efate
2:42 – String Band Music – The Maluarua String Band – Port Vila, Efate
9:08 – Walking and Singing Through the Village – Uripiv Island, Malekula
11:47 – Tam Tam Drumming in Traditional Ceremony – Uripiv Island, Malekula
15:18 – Pikinini Dance – Uripiv Island, Malekula
22:08 – Church Congregation (Wedding) – Uripiv Island, Malekula
► CREDITS:
– Video & audio recorded by Oliver Gamblin & Lavinya Scholl
– Drone videography by swift sight
See the original drone video here:
– Music:
Green Fields by Scott Holmes
All other music recorded live on location.
Special thanks to all of the wonderful musicians and performers who agreed to take part in the project.
The Maluarua String Band
@ Warwick Le Lagon Resort.
Lenes Bob & Jack Longa for your wonderful hospitality.
Edgar, Moses & Richard for your interviews.
The National Museum of Vanuatu.
And all residents of Uripiv Island for your welcoming and warm spirit.
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