Various Artists – Ghana: Ancient Ceremonies, Songs & Dance Music (CD, 1997, Elektra Nonesuch Explorer Series 9 72082-2)

Why This CD Matters
Ghana: Ancient Ceremonies, Songs & Dance Music documents traditional Ghanaian vocal, drumming, and ceremonial performances recorded by Stephen Jay. The release captures regional dance rhythms, chants, and percussion traditions associated with community ceremonies and oral musical heritage.

Collector Note
1997 US CD release on Elektra Nonesuch Explorer Series, catalog number 9 72082-2. Part of the influential Explorer Series known for high-quality ethnographic and traditional world music recordings.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
CD: VG+ with light signs of normal handling
Case: VG+ with light shelf wear
Booklet: VG+ with light handling wear

Technical Details
Format: CD, Compilation
Label: Elektra Nonesuch – 9 72082-2
Country: US
Released: 1997
Genre: Folk, World, & Country
Style: African, Field Recording, Traditional

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Dogumbo Song (Sandema) 3:43
Dzil Duet (Accra) 2:28
Gonje Songs (Achimota) 4:15
Donno Drummers (Yɛji) 3:17
Kassena-Nankani Festival (Navrongo) 2:34
Ahanta Chant I (Dixcove) 4:48
Ahanta Chant II (Dixcove) 3:52
Wiiks And Mpintintoa (Wiaga) 2:55
Marilli (Yɛji) 1:59
Chohun And Gyamadudu (Nima) 4:28
Donno Drummers (Yɛji) 1:50

Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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