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Carnival in the New World is a synthesis of European elements -- Christian traditions and the masquerade -- and African elements -- primarily music and dance. In Trinidad, Carnival is a colorful, exuberant celebration of national focus and pride. Preparations are made throughout the year and reach a...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Micallef, Glenn (Director, Producer)
Format: Video
Language:English
Language Notes:In English.
Published: Berkeley, CA : Berkeley Media, 1996.
Subjects:
Carnival > Trinidad and Tobago.
Music > Trinidad and Tobago.
Calypso (Music) > Trinidad and Tobago.
Trinidad and Tobago > Social life and customs.
Carnavals > Trinité-et-Tobago.
Musique > Trinité-et-Tobago.
Calypso (Musique) > Trinité-et-Tobago.
Trinité-et-Tobago > Mœurs et coutumes.
documentary film.
Documentary films.
Feature films.
Documentaires.
Online Access:Connect to this streaming video (Alexander Street Press)
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Summary:Carnival in the New World is a synthesis of European elements -- Christian traditions and the masquerade -- and African elements -- primarily music and dance. In Trinidad, Carnival is a colorful, exuberant celebration of national focus and pride. Preparations are made throughout the year and reach a frantic pace just before Carnival begins.
Physical Description:1 online resource (56 minutes)
Playing Time:00:55:40
Production Credits:Photographed and edited by Larry Johnson.