Members of the Places New Generation Gombays performing during Wednesday's Harbourfront Nights in Front Street, Hamilton,Bermuda
Members of the Places New Generation Gombays performing during Wednesday's Harbourfront Nights in Front Street, Hamilton,Bermuda. Gombay dancing is supposedly unique to Bermuda. A rhythmic and colorful blend of West African tribal music, British martial custom and tunes, Christian influence AND even a bit of native American dancing practice and culture, Gombays are energetic entertainment should you be fortunate enough to enjoy them. The Gombays consist of both older and younger 'm told they're called "the crowd". The young boys in the group are "the warriors". They wear short capes and carry tomahawks. Older boys in the troup are called "the Indians" and they carry bows and arrows. The older, head males are called "The Chiefs" and they wear long capes, carry whips and command the performance. I found the accompanying drummers (mostly snares and a tom-tom style drum) to be a feverish and never-ending rhythm that really gets your heart pumping. Apparently, the dances tell all sorts of stories, including some versed in biblical lore. I have to admit that I didn't quite see "Jesus Christ Superstar" within the Gombay's moves in Hamilton. The Gombays dance each year for Boxing Day (Dec 26) and New Year's Day. During the summer, they almost always appear at Wednesday evening's summertime "Harbourfront Nights" in Hamilton.
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Location: Front Street, City of Hamilton, Bermuda
Photo credit: © John Gaffen 2 / Alamy / Afripics
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