"The Essence"



Testimonials

“I think that the festival is a great idea that has lots of potential. When one examines the various other musical festivals in the Caribbean there is clear evidence that they are losing stamina and lacking certain desirable material. The Carriacou festival was to me a new, exciting, refreshing edition that has the capacity to expand in a manner that would keep Carriacou on the map. In my view, the idea of combining a mix of musical expressions with the rich culture of the island is a recipe that can truly elevate the status of Carriacou in a very special and compelling manner”.

Mr. Lingham Samuel

Division Manager – George F. Huggins & Company Gda Ltd.

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2011 Carriacou Maroon and String Band Music Festival - 29th April to 1st May

The Carriacou Maroon & String Band Music Festival is a cultural education and entertainment event, developed as the main brand event for Carriacou, and meeting world-class standards.

Maroon culture is about thanksgiving and prayers to the SOURCE of all life, production and prosperity.  Its African origins are authentically depicted through the drumming, singing, eating of ‘smoke food’ and other rituals practised by the local people.  This aspect of the festival is a celebration of the rich cultural traditions, and the important values of sharing, unity and community self-help.

String band music is very popular on Carriacou and has historically been a main source of entertainment at social functions and the Parang Festival at Christmas.  There are various genres of this music and patrons will get to experience the scintillating power of this musical tradition.  You must dance!

Bands from other Caribbean islands will be performing at the festival which will provide a platform for the elevation of this musical product while bringing the people of the region together.

We say, once you have experienced the Carriacou Maroon and String Band Music Festival your life will never be the same!


Photos from the 2010 Festival