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griotAfrican tribal storyteller. The griot's role was to preserve the genealogies and oral traditions of the tribe. Griots were usually among the oldest men. In places where written language is the prerogative of the few, the place of the griot as cultural guardian is still maintained. In Senegal, for example, the griot—without resorting to fantasy—recites poems or tells stories of warriors, drawing on his own sources of inspiration. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | A great African tradition Iyo Djeli, in the great African tradition of honouring those who go before us, is Sangare's dedication to the legendary female griot of the 60s, Djekani Djeli. The enemy of Komo is Djeli (jelliw, that is, musicians or griots). Jeremie Djeli Kedi, aged 36, of Oxford Street, Hillfields, Coventry, driving with an incorrect licence, fined pounds 75. |
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