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Magic & Ritual Abuse: Female Circumcision in Central and Western African

June 5th, 2010 | Author Lady Drummer

This entry is part 1 of 5 in the series Female Circumcision

They said Odu must make sacrifice. She said she would not make ebo ( an offering) because the ebo was already made. The offering for woman to receive power was made in the presence of Olodumare. They said she must not become overconfident in joy because she is capable of using these powers for a very long time. The world will not be able to destroy that which she has in her hands. The world will not know the root of her power. Odu refused to make the sacrifice. Odu departed without making ebo. _{Osa Meji}

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Why the Fuss about Female Circumcision!

June 9th, 2010 | Author Lady Drummer

This entry is part 2 of 5 in the series Female Circumcision

Well, many have called and asked why such a heavy article as Magic & Ritual Abuse: Female Circumcision in Central and West Africa and how does this relate to women drummers? The answer must be given in social and cultural context. We wrote earlier on the history of djebe drumming in America, and that the djembe came to popularity in the early to mid 70’s. Many Africans began teaching traditional drumming in the United States and later established drum camps in Africa frequented by many American and European students.

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Posted in Female Circumcision, Women Drummers | Tags: black women drummers, Dragon Head Music, Fatu Judy Henderson, Fatu Lady Drummer, Female Circumcision, prohibitions against women drummers, Women Djembe Drummers, womens magical powers, Yoruba Pantheon, Yoruba religion |

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Documentary on Female Circumcision in Sierra Leone

June 10th, 2010 | Author Lady Drummer

This entry is part 3 of 5 in the series Female Circumcision

Posted in Female Circumcision | Tags: Alternative Music, Dragon Head Music, Fatu Lady Drummer, Hand Drums, indie music |

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Adopt a Clitoris: Medical Care for Circumcised Women

June 10th, 2010 | Author Lady Drummer

This entry is part 4 of 5 in the series Female Circumcision

Here is a way to help women in Africa who have experienced female mutilation. The surgical technique can restore full functioning of the clitoris. Amazing what modern science can do!