Tracing Carnival’s origins and its path to the Midwest
From rich music and dances to parades and vibrant costumes, some might think these are the defining features of carnival.
But its roots run deep, originating from African, Indigenous and European influences before evolving into the celebrations seen today. This episode of Dialogue explores the origins of carnival, its cultural significance and how it found a home in central Illinois.
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GUESTS:
Dr. Samantha A. Noël
- Associate Professor of Art History, Wayne State University
- Hawkins Ferry Endowed Chair in Modern and Contemporary Art, Wayne State University
Alex Tecza
- Carnival choreographer
Hector Camacho-Salazar
- Doctoral student in Vocal Performance and Literature at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Megan Ferarri
- Master’s student pursuing a Master of Music degree in Vocal performance at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Carnival songs:
Kerwin Du Bois – Bacchanalist (Antilles Riddim)
BP Renegades Steel Orchestra – Like Ah Boss
Mighty Sniper – Portrait of Trinidad
YUNG BREDDA-GREATEST BEND OVA (BIG LINKS RIDDIM) INSTRUMENTAL
Celia Cruz – La Vidas Es Un Carnaval