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Sworn to the Drum: A Tribute to Francisco Aguabella
Sworn to the Drum: A Tribute to Francisco Aguabella
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SWORN TO THE DRUM: A TRIBUTE TO FRANCISCO AGUABELLA

Directed by Les Blank
United States, 1995
Documentary, Short, Music

Synopsis

Aguabella, a master of both the bata tradition of drumming, (in the sacred celebrations of the African-derived syncratic sects of Santeria, Abaqua and Yeza), and of the secular conguero tradition.

Synopsis

Aguabella, a master of both the bata tradition of drumming, (in the sacred celebrations of the African-derived syncratic sects of Santeria, Abaqua and Yeza), and of the secular conguero tradition.