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The Teda people, located in the volcanic Tibesti mountain range of Chad, possess a music culture that is predominantly centered around the vocal music of women and the use of string instruments, which are exclusively played by men. Among the Teda, it is improper for a man to sing in front of an adult woman. It is believed, however, that stringed instruments are capable of “speaking” for male performers. This example features a two-stringed lute called the keleli playing a women’s song that is performed at wedding rituals.
"Susuma" from Chad: Music from Tibesti (Cat.# Le Chant du Monde LDX 274 722) (p)1990 Le Chant du Monde. All rights reserved.
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