Ernesto Djédjé's ziglibithy An Ivorian cultural identity

Ernesto DJÉDJÉ remains an undisputed icon of Ivorian music from the 70s and 80s. Through ziglibithy, his musical genre, he conquered Ivorian and African music lovers alike. Several decades after his sudden departure in 1983, his works remain relevant today, as they not only showcase his musical genius, but also and above all represent a cultural treasure trove for generations to come.Who is Ernesto DJÉDJÉ?In what musical context did he emerge?Where does Ernesto DJÉDJÉ's ziglibithy come from?What makes the ziglibithy sound so rich?Based on writings, interviews with his contemporaries and transcribed excerpts from his works, this book will lead you into the footsteps of this great artist and into the heart of his musical language.

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Venceslas KONAN Koffi está casado y tiene dos hijos. Es licenciado por la École Nationale de Musique de Costa de Marfil, donde pasó cuatro años, de 2002 a 2006, antes de incorporarse al Centre de Formation Pédagogique pour les Arts et la Culture. Profesor de educación musical, actualmente trabaja en el Lycée Moderne 5 de Daloa.