Mélange Travel and Lifestyle Magazine February 2021 | Page 66

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Gerald Langlais & the Karina Cultural Group

As the manager of the Karina Cultural group in the Kalinago Territory for the past 27 years , Mr . Gerald Langlais ’ quest to preserve his cultural heritage continues year after year . He is Kalinago , son of two parents who were both Kalinago , and he also holds the prestigious position of being the medicine man of the Territory . The cultural group was formed in 1993 by Gerald and his wife in an attempt to preserve the traditions of their people . Generations-old stories are told through song and dance , reflecting the Kalinago people ’ s spiritual connection with nature , all expertly presented . Within their mesmerizing moves , the dancers and singers become story-tellers , paying homage to legends , be it