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Trinidad Carnival Band
An oil drum band playing festive music at the annual Port of Spain Carnival, Trinidad, West Indies. Date: 1968
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1968 Afro Annual Band Caribbean Carnival Carnivals Drum Festive Indies Trinidad
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This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the spirit of the 1968 Port of Spain Carnival in Trinidad, West Indies. The image showcases an oil drum band in full swing, their joyous music echoing through the bustling streets of the Caribbean city. Dressed in vibrant, colorful costumes and adorned with feathers and beads, the band members play their makeshift instruments with passion and energy, their faces expressing pure delight. The annual Carnival, a celebration deeply rooted in the region's rich cultural heritage, is a time for unity, freedom, and self-expression. This photograph, taken in the late 1960s, offers a glimpse into the Afro-Caribbean traditions that continue to thrive in Trinidad and beyond. The oil drum band, a distinctive feature of the Carnival, is a testament to the resourcefulness and creativity of the people, as they transform everyday objects into musical instruments. This image, with its lively energy and festive atmosphere, is a reminder of the enduring power of music and community, as well as the vibrant history of the Caribbean Carnival tradition.
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