The elderly of Hòfi Kultural are going to perform music that has its origins in the time of slavery on Bonaire. They play a composition of rhythms and melodies that arose from working in the field, among other things. Protest songs and lamentations are also part of the repertoire. The musical instruments are made of mostly recycled materials: a mix of then and now. A number of young people have also been enthused by the music and will play along.
In the time of slavery, enslaved people had to leave everything behind and give it up, even their names. But they brought their love for music with them. It was in their hearts and hands. They played inspiring, catchy rhythms to the beat of the work. Chopping, walking and stamping, they sang to each other courage. In addition, they also sang protest songs and lamentations.
The elderly of Hòfi Kultural invite everyone to come and listen, look and feel. Amancio Batta, player of the barí: 'Music from the time of slavery is imbued with emotion. It's music you have to experience... with all your senses'.
Concerts
The first concert on 14 November is exclusively for interested parties and those involved. The concerts afterwards are open to everyone. For the latest information, check out Hòfi Kultural's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/HofiKultural
Músika di Sklabitut Boneiru (MdSB) is an initiative of Fundashon Plataforma Kultural (FPK) in the context of the Slavery Remembrance Year. Until the summer of 2024, the elderly of Hòfi Kultural will give a series of concerts at various locations on Bonaire. A number of concerts are part of the Terramar Museum's programme, made possible by the Cultural Participation Fund. This is also the case with the opening concert on 14 November with the theme Cultural Heritage.