String band music is an extremely popular form of entertainment in Carriacou. Who doesn’ t love viewing talented people playing live instruments whether they’ re visitors on vacation or locals wandering through town? Music helps people express emotions and the string bands merge well with the Maroon celebration to unite the island’ s people. If you can’ t share your music with the people of your community, who can you share it with?
Throughout this festival, you’ ll experience delicious food, electrifying music, charming culture and customs, and the company of vibrant locals. Wake up early enough in the morning, and you’ ll get to help the locals blow the morning shell and prepare the ground for smoking the food. Immerse yourself in the unique traditions, eat until you’ re full, and share your stories at a table full of different people.
Later in the day, you can sing and dance
without a care in the world at the magnificent Flambeau parade. Become one with the community and explore your spiritual nature during the‘ Strings of the City’ performance on Main Street. Enjoy the talents of various strings band and express yourself artistically. Connect with the social and cultural activities at the Heritage Village of Belair Park. Learn about the rich history while enjoying the Big Drum nation dance, and many other styles of music. There are so many adventures to enjoy throughout the island with music, food, and community connections.
At the end of the day, sit back and relax on Paradise Beach with several performances throughout the night. Take in different kinds of music, like steel drums, from local and visiting music groups. Let your mind relax and get rejuvenated by the flowing music and sweet smells of food that surround you. Feel welcomed by the locals and make memories that will last for a lifetime.
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