Echoes of Heritage: The Lute and the Banjo

This chapter examines the origins and evolution of lute-type instruments from Africa, particularly those made from gourds, and their connection to the banjo. It highlights the resilience of enslaved Africans who used music to preserve their cultural identity and spirituality during the transatlantic slave trade.

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