Johann Strauss II (1825-1899) - the height of the Viennese ballroom; a fast and lively Bohemian dance of Polish origin, danced to traditional German 'oom-pah' music in 2/4 time. The basic movement is characterised by three steps and a hop.

Quirky, emotive, slow-building bright piece with lyrical piano, stirring strings and twinkly glockenspiel

Insistent drumbeats and emerging poignant strings.

Modern rock, stylish and punchy, girl power

This rhythmic piece features chant and percussion with a positive panoramic feel. It is based on a Zulu traditional percussion pattern, the male chant is also a Zulu feature.

easy late-night bossa nova noodling

Cheerful - rhythmic

Optimistic drone with hopeful, melismatic male singing

This piece features chant and percussion, with a positive feel. It is based on a fast Zulu traditional pattern. As mentioned, today many Zulu groups play the West Africa djembe, which features here, due to its portability.