Rapping or Mcing is another of the elements of hip hop; it is a form of rhyming lyrics spoken rhythmically over musical instruments, with a musical backdrop of sampling, scratching and mixing by DJ's.
It first began in the late 1960's when a Jamaican DJ called Cool Herc went to America and brought with him the tradition of toasting, this involved reciting improvised rhymes over instrumental sections of reggae records.
The origins of rapping can be traced much further back though. In West Africa Griots arose from the Mandinka empire in the fifteenth century, and for over four thousand years the caste members have retold the history of that ancient empire, handed down through the generations to keep the stories of the villages and the families alive. The Griots used to accompany their songs with a kora a traditional 21 stringed instrument.
Rapping Workshops
Rap workshops appeal to young people from a wide range of backgrounds and any age group because young people have the opportunity to express themselves freely on any subject they choose.
Rapping is a very inclusive art form and doesn't require expensive equipment. It is a verbal skill that can be practiced and honed to perfection at almost anytime.
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