The Core Season 2 continues with GHOne TV presenter, Emeline Nsingi Nkosi sharing the stories of those in the creative industry, focusing on fashion, music, art, wellbeing and culture by taking on the jobs of each various individuals.
Emeline spends episode eight learning about the art of drum making with Emmanuel Azumah whom is based at the Arts Centre. Starting at a young age, Emmanuel has been able to learn a craft that continues to provide him with a livelihood.
The goblet-shaped drum is traditionally carved from a single piece of African hardwood and topped with an animal skin as a drumhead, Emmanuel shows us the whole process from beginning to end, making sure to include Emeline in the process and makes us realise the importance of drums in society.
Africa’s love of dance has been ingrained since pre-historic times – all African music, whether it be a modern pop hit or an ancient raindance, is guaranteed to fulfil the purpose of dance music. Perhaps one of the reasons why culture music is so important in Ghana’s developing cities is because it connects the young generation with their cultural identity. The traditional dances performed by culture groups are a form of story-telling, often documenting important historical events or recounting ancestral folk tales.
Music and culture forms an intimate connection between all Ghanaians, from modern urban factory-workers in Accra to village-dwelling fishermen on the banks of Lake Volta. It is an expression of national pride, and bridges the growing gap not only between town and village life, but also between the young and old in Ghana – unifying them all under one beat.
The ‘Talent On The Street’ this week is Mustapha Seidu a ghanaian Yoga Teacher and Singer. Mustapha started his Yoga career from his Level 300 Acting class at the University of Ghana, Legon and endeavours to make a change in people’ lives.
Not only about bends and exercise, he sees his teaching as a way of giving back and empowering individuals to live healthy lives.
Yoga is an ancient form of exercise that focuses on strength, flexibility and breathing to boost physical and mental wellbeing. The main components of yoga are postures (a series of movements designed to increase strength and flexibility) and breathing.
The practice originated in India about 5,000 years ago and has been adapted in other countries in a variety of ways. Mustapha demistifys everybody’s questions about yoga and spirituality.
While there’s scope for more rigorous studies on its health benefits, most studies suggest yoga is a safe and effective way to increase physical activity, especially strength, flexibility and balance. There’s some evidence that regular yoga practice is beneficial for people with high blood pressure, heart disease, aches and pains – including lower back pain – depression and stress.
The Core is shown every Sunday at 5pm and repeated on Tuesdays at 11am on GHOneTV on DSTV Channel 361. The Core is sponsored by Awake purified drinking Water and Hi5 Choco malt.
Source: Ghana/Starrfmonline.com/103.5FM
