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Series I: Private collector (anonymous) - 78's, circa 1930-1965

Extent

313 audio_recordings

Scope note

Series 1: Digital audio captured from 78 r.p.m. records. The source recordings belong to a private collector in Mombasa, Kenya, who wishes to remain anonymous.

Aborosi and Party

Aborosi & Party: Huyu Mwana Makundisha, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 1 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AB 19, AM 10. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:58.

Aborosi & Party: Ngiyangu Yedi, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 2 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Masai.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AB 20, AM 10. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:43.

Adam Salim and Trio

Adam Salim Trio: Jambo Sigara Baridi, N/A

folder: 3 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, CES.960, EO.2107. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:54.

Adam Salim Trio: Mola Akipenda, N/A

folder: 4 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, CES 961, EO.2107. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration:

Adam Salim Trio: Sili Waklikwa Mesta, N/A

folder: 5 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, CES.964, EO.2108. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:20.

Adam Salim Trio: Teusi Wangu Mzuri, N/A

folder: 6 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, CES.965, EO.2108. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:50.

Adam Salim & Party: Alipokuwa Safiriri, N/A

folder: 7 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, CES.1150, EO.2148. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:59.

Adam Salim & Party: Toto Zuri, N/A

folder: 8 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.2 MB

Physical characteristics

Serial number: Columbia, CES.1151, EO.2148. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:52.

African City Band

African City Band: Peni Langu, N/A

folder: 9 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, CES.978, EO.2136. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:53.

African City Band: Tulipokuwa Tukipendana, N/A

folder: 10 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.8 MB

Physical characteristics of the original:

Serial number: Columbia, CES.979, EO.2136. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:58.

Agey Jazz Orchestra

Agey Jazz Orchestra. Gerechabo Adolf & Party: Tuache Ubaya, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 11 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AB.1026, AM 513. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:42.

Agey Jazz Orchestra, Gerechabo Adolf and Party: Uniache Nicheze Mambo, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 12 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AB.1025, AM 513. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes from label: Recorded by Assanand & Sons (Mombasa) LTD. Duration: 2:38.

Akida bin Kheri

Akida Bin Kheri: La Fuadi Part 1, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 13 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE 48, W 63131. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Collector (source of recording) provided information that melody was written by Maalim Shaaban. Duration: 2:55.

Akida Bin Kheri: La Fuadi Part 2, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 14 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE 48, W 63132. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Collector (source of recording) provided information that melody was written by Maalim Shaaban. Duration: 2:49.

Ali Abdulla

Ali Abdulla: Tangu Jana, N/A

folder: 15 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, CES.1308, EO.501. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:22.

Ali and Party

Ali & Party: Anyi wa Khiari, 1938-1946, inclusive

folder: 16 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, OAF 25, MA.13. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:22.

Aratibu Bocho

Aratibu Bocho Na Ngoma Ya Changani: Sifaidi Mtwali, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 17 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original:

Serial number: Columbia, WE 38, W 63144. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:49.

Asumani Bini Sumaili

Asumani Bini Sumaili: Chaupele Mpenzi, N/A

folder: 18 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB .1336, RC.32, XYZ.6166. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:46

Asumani Bini Sumaili: Sitaki kelele bibi nendazako, N/A

folder: 19 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 12.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1336, RC.32. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:21.

Banusaada Lele-Mama

Banusaada Lele-Mama: Haiba Banusaada, 1947-1951, inclusive

folder: 20 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, JR.653, EA.276. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:34

Banusaada Lele-Mama: Niwarembo, 1947-1951, inclusive

folder: 21 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, JR.652, EA.276 Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:10.

Banusaada Lele-Mama: Asantu Spiringi, circa 1947-1951, inclusive

folder: 22 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, JR.655, EA.277 Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:21.

Banusaada Lele-Mama: Sore Bibi, circa 1947-1951, inclusive

folder: 23 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, JR.654, EA.277. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:12.

Ben and Party

Ben & Party: Simba wa Mombasa, N/A

folder: 24 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 18.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, CES.1315, EO.2176. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:32.

Bernadette Sakina

Bernadette Sakina, et les guitaristes A. Artour et Amundala Amiri: Bwa Camilla Mpenzi

folder: 25 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Fiesta, CF 303, 240. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:45.

Bernadette Sakina, et les guitaristes A. Artour et Amundala Amiri: Kaka Mpenzi Mwezi Unaisha, N/A

folder: 26 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Fiesta, CF 302, 240. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:38.

Bin Berek

Bin Berek: Basamir Azzein—Part 1, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 27 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM 499, AB.997. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Alternate spelling: Ahmed Mahfouz Bin Brek. Duration: 2:37

Bin Berek: Basamir Azzein—Part 2, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 28 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM 499, AB.998. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Alternate spelling: Ahmed Mahfouz Bin Brek. Duration: 2:37.

Bin Berek: Banatlub El-Mola--Side B, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 29 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri AM.572, ABC 22758. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Alternate spelling: Ahmed Mahfouz Bin Brek. Duration: 2:43.

Bin Berek: Banatlub El-Mola--Side A, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 30 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri AM.572, ABC 22757. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Alternate spelling: Ahmed Mahfouz Bin Brek. Duration: 2:46.

Bryan Rimber and Party

Bryan Rimber and Party: Mapenzi ya Asubuhi - Side B, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 31 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri AM.361, A.B 728. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:46.

Bryan Rimber and Party: Rudi Ana - Side A, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 32 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri AM.361, A.B. 727. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:43.

Buda

Buda: Beishara—Comedy, N/A

folder: 33 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 19.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia EO.2157, CES.4138. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:35.

Buda: Ukosapo Darihima, N/A

folder: 34 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia EO.2157, CES.4139. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:20.

Budda bin Mwendo

Budda Bin Mwendo: Usingizi. Part 1, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 35 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE.56, W.63055. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Alternate spelling: "Buda Bin Mwendo." Duration: 2:46.

Budda Bin Mwendo: Usingizi. Part 2, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 36 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE.56, W.63056. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Alternate spelling: "Buda Bin Mwendo." Duration: 2:46.

Chuba and Party

Chuba & Party: Kiko Mboli, 1938-1946, inclusive

folder: 37 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, MA.59, OAF.215. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Artist also known as Chuba Shee. Title should read: "Kiko Mbali." Duration: 3:08.

Coast Social Orchestra

The Coast Social Orchestra: Moyo wanitanga-tanga, N/A

folder: 38 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.2 MB

Subjects

Genres

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1894, XYZ.7297. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Leader: A. Ayub Gombe. Duration: 2:40.

The Coast Social Orchestra: Sini kere kere, omama, 1952, inclusive

folder: 39 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone GB.1894, XYZ.7296. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Leader: A. Ayub Gombe. Duration: 2:59.

Coast Social Orchestra: Napenda, 1950, inclusive

folder: 40 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1899, XYZ.7657. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Leader: A. Ayub Gombe. Duration: 2:32.

Coast Social Orchestra: Tulipokuwa tukipendana, 1950, inclusive

folder: 41 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1899, XYZ.7658. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Leader: A. Ayub Gombe. Duration: 2:39.

Cubano Marimbo

Cubano Marimbo: Siri Mlofanya Nyumbani, 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 42 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.2 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.559, J.R. 1161. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:40.

Cubano Marimbo: Wawa, 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 43 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.559, J.R. 116. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:37.

Dar es Salaam Jazz Band

Dar es Salaam Jazz Band: Chama nikiingiya - Side A, N/A

folder: 44 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.6 MB

Physical characteristics of the original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1247, XYZ.6606, RC.31. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:39.

Dar es Salaam Jazz Band: Machapa - Side B, N/A

folder: 45 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1247, XYZ.6067, RC.31. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:33.

Dar es Salaam Jazz Band: Ewe Mpenzi Wangu - Side B, N/A

folder: 46 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.2231, ABC.13801. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:35.

Dar es Salaam Jazz Band: Shari La Moyoni Mwao - Side A, N/A

folder: 47 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.2231, ABC.13798. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:33.

Dar es Salaam Jazz Band: Tangu Hapo Mwatujuwa - Side B, N/A

folder: 48 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.4 MB

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.2248, ABC.13800. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:31.

Dar es Salaam Jazz Band: Yawapasa Kukumbuka - Side A, N/A

folder: 49 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.2248, ABC.13799. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:36.

Dar es Salaam Jazz Band: Kula ni sili nakwambia - Side A, N/A

folder: 50 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, TA.66, ABC.12294. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:43.

Dar es Salaam Jazz Band: Maneno yako we mpenzi - Side B, N/A

folder: 51 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, TA.66, ABC.12295. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:40.

Dar es Salaam Jazz Band: Mna Tuonea Bure Dar, 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 52 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 12.8 MB

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

Serial number: Jambo, EA.546, J.R. 1134. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:24.

Dar es-Salaam Jazz Band: Nyote Mwajua Yakini Dar, 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 53 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.546, J.R. 1135. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:30.

Egyptian Musical Club

Egyptian Musical Club: Baladi Yalkhali, N/A

folder: 54 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.2247, ABC.13803. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:54.

Egyptian Musical Club: Abbas Song - Side B, N/A

folder: 55 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.2247, ABC.13805. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:56.

Egyptian Musical Club: Mauwa, N/A

folder: 56 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, TA.70, ABC.12285. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:52.

Egyptian Musical Club: Yarabi nihifadhi, N/A

folder: 57 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, TA.70, ABC.12290. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:10.

Egyptian Musical Club, with Abbas Haji (vocalist): Yailahi Duwa, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 58 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.555, J.R. 1152. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:05.

Egyptian Club (Abbas Haji): Kupenda Ni Mashaka, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 59 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.365, A.B. 729. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:43.

Egyptian Club (Abbas Haji): Mapenzi Wawili, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 60 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.365, A.B. 730. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:45.

Egyptian Musical Club: Huba Ina Joto, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 61 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.4 MB

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.374, A.B. 747. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:05.

Egyptian Musical Club: Rahat Lleli, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 62 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.2 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.374, A.B. 748. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:52.

Egyptian Band: Mary Wacha Chasiya, circa 1956-1959, inclusive

folder: 63 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Tom Tom, TR.474, T 0926. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes from label: Leaders: Sheikh Salim & Siti Nuru. Opel Gramophone Record Factory Ltd., Kampala/Uganda, East Africa. Duration: 3:07.

Egyptian Musical Club: Nura Nura, circa 1956-1959, inclusive

folder: 64 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Tom Tom, TR.474, T 0927. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes on label: Leader Abbas Haji. Opel Gramophone Record Factory Ltd., Kampala/Uganda, East Africa. Duration: 3:19

El Antari, Saleh Abdulla

El Antari, Saleh Abdulla: Akhafu Akhaf Indarat, circa 1938-1946, inclusive

folder: 65 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, MA.241, OAS 383. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:53

El Antari, Saleh Abdulla: Wanahibak Ya Salaam, circa 1938-1946, inclusive

folder: 66 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, OAS 382, MA.241. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:55.

Fatuma and Party

Fatuma & Party: Nine Manes Matatu, circa 1938-1946, inclusive

folder: 67 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, MA.59, OAF 216. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:09.

Fundi Konde

Fundi Konde & Ben: Namapenzi Nikupendayo, N/A

folder: 68 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Habari, M 773, CV.16. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:34.

Fundi Konde & Ben: White Cap, N/A

folder: 69 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Habari, M 774, CV.16. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:34.

Fundi Konde & Ben: Hiyo Kwetu Si Sheriya, N/A

folder: 70 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Habari, M 776, CV 17. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:36.

Fundi Konde & Ben: Junda Milimani, N/A

folder: 71 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.7 MB

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: Habari, M 775, CV 17. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:47.

Fundi Konde & Ben: Dada Mariamu, N/A

folder: 72 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Habari, M 778, CV 18. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:52.

Fundi Konde & Ben: Hibaba Ingome, N/A

folder: 73 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Habari, M 777, CV 18. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:47.

Fundi Konde: Kundara Kundara, N/A

folder: 74 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Habari, M 780, CV 19. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:50.

Fundi Konde: Wiwu Mwingi Si Mali, N/A

folder: 75 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Habari, M 779, CV.19. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Title should read: "Wivu Mwingi Si Mali." Duration: 2:53.

Fundi Konde, with Ben Nicholas, Ester Nicholas, Reg. Manus: Kazi Kilindini, 1957, inclusive

folder: 76 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, AMC.159, OAM.446, AMC 159. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Artists: Fundi Konde (guitar & vocal), Ester Nicholas (vocal), Ben Nicholas (vocal), Reg. Manus (P. accordeon). Duration: 2:35

Fundi Konde/Ester Nicholas/Ben Nicholas/Reg Manus: Josephina Josephina Josephina, 1957, inclusive

folder: 77 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.0 MB

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: HMV, AMC.159, OAM.447. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Artists: Fundi Konde (guitar & vocal), Ester Nicholas (vocal), Ben Nicholas (vocal), Reg. Manus (P. accordeon). Duration: 2:49.

Fundi Konde and Daniel Katuga, with The Nairobi City Five: Ewe Pendo Langu, N/A

folder: 78 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, AMC.38, OAM 66. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:05.

Fundi Konde and Daniel Katuga, with The Nairobi City Five: Gari La Punda Sipandi, N/A

folder: 79 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMCV, AMC.38, OAM 63. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:06.

Fundi Konde/Rajabu Idi: Penzi Penzi, 1957, inclusive

folder: 80 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, AMC.141, OAM.452, AMC.141. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Artists: Rajabu Idi (guitar & vocal), Fundi Konde (guitar). Duration: 2:46.

Fundi Konde and Rajabu Idi: Wangapi Wataazizi, 1957, inclusive

folder: 81 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, AMC.141, OAM.453. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Rajabu Idi (guitar & vocal), Fundi Konde (guitar). Duration: 2:49.

Fundi Konde/R. Manus: Oh! Mama Lady Oh!, 1957, inclusive

folder: 82 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, AMC.151, OAM.445. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Artists: Fundi Konde (guitar & vocal), R. Manus (P. Accordeon). Duration: 2:47

Fundi Konde/Reg. Manus/Ben Nicholas: Zum Zum Zum, 1957, inclusive

folder: 83 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, AMC.151, OAM.448. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Artists: Fundi Konde (guitar & vocal), Reg. Manus (P. accordeon), Ben Nicholas (bass). Duration: 2:32.

Fundi Konde/Harry Makacha/Ester Nicholas/Ben Nicholas: Ndege Wote Wameruka, 1958, inclusive

folder: 84 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, AMC.203, OAM.465. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Fundi Konde (guitar & vocal)/Harry Makacha (guitar)/Ester Nicholas (Vocal)/Ben Nicholas (clarinet). Duration: 2:58.

Fundi Konde/Harry Makacha/Ester Nicholas/Ben Nicholas: Tausi Ndege Wangu, 1958, inclusive

folder: 85 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, AMC.203, OAM.464. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Artists: Fundi Konde (guitar & vocal)/Harry Makacha (guitar)/Ester Nicholas (Vocal)/Ben Nicholas (clarinet). Duration: 2:40.

Fundi Konde & His Guitar: Nilikisafiri, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 86 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.437, J.R. 690. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:13.

Fundi Konde & His Guitar: Oh Mama Lady, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 87 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.2 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.437, J.R. 688. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:15.

Fundi Konde & His Guitar: Ai Empologoloma, circa 1952, inclusive

folder: 88 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 19.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.245, JR. 575. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:34.

Fundi Konde and His Guitar: Mapenzi Ya Kwetu Sisi, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 89 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.245, J.R. 574. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:53.

Fundi Konde & His Guitar: Mapenzi Nikipofu, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 90 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.484, J.R. 996. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:08.

Fundi Konde & His Guitar: Mombasa Hakuna Kazi, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 91 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.484, J.R. 997. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:05.

Fundi Konde & His Guitar: Jike Na Dume Kongwe, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 92 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.3 MB

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: Jambo, EA.485, J.R. 1006. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:04.

Fundi Konde & His Guitar: Kwa Heri Mpenzi Wangu, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 93 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.485, J.R. 1007. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:12.

Fundi Konde: Hao Hao Ndiyo, N/A

folder: 94 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Troubadour, AFC.182, 1306. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:06.

Fundi Konde: Simba

folder: 95 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Troubadour, AFC.182, 1307. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:40.

Fundi Konde: Elina Ni Wako, N/A

folder: 96 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Troubadour, BZ.1248, AD 554, BZ.1248. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:37.

Fundi Konde: Jana Naliota Ndoto, N/A

folder: 97 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.3 MB

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: Troubadour, BZ.1248, AD 553. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:42.

Home Boys Band

Home Boys Band: Duwa Njema Kwa Manani, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 98 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.524, J.R. 1090. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:28.

Home Boys Band: Mpenzi Siku Zote Nambia, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 99 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.524, J.R. 1091, EA.524. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:32.

Idi bin Salim

Idi Bin Salim: Mafindsu ya Mume, N/A

folder: 100 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.6 MB

Physical characteristic of original

Serial number: Tazama, TM 484, IS.1. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:56.

Idi Bin Salim: Wanawake Use Tange, N/A

folder: 101 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Tazama, TM 485, IS.1. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:56.

Jambo Boys

Jambo Boys: Ngongo Twaingia, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 102 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.824, J.R. 1640. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Artists: Fadhili Williams (guitar), Mohammed (double bass), Harrison (drums), Ismael Mumba (trumpet). Duration: 2:37.

Jambo Boys: Shimba Mbawi, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 103 (Material Type: Audio)

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.824, J.R. 1641. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Artists: Fadhili Williams (guitar), Mohammed (double bass), Harrison (drums), Ismael Mumba (trumpet). Duration: 2:30.

Jauharah Orchestra

Jauharah Orchestra: Siwezi Taabu, 1950, inclusive

folder: 104 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 12.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.2229, ABC.13678. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Leader: Shariff T. Twahir. Duration: 2:19.

Jauharah Orchestra: Wakilindaje Kisima?, 1950, inclusive

folder: 105 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.2229, ABC.13676. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Leader: Shariff T. Twahir. Duration: 3:10.

Jauharah Orchestra: Damu Imenikauka - Side B, 1950, inclusive

folder: 106 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Trek, DC.426, XYZ.7239. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Artists: Leader: Sheriff Twahir Ahmed; Singer: Singer: Mbarak Rashid. Duration: 2:59.

Jauharah Orchestra: Mimi, circa 1950-1953, inclusive

folder: 107 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Trek, DC.426, XYZ.7238. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Artists: Leader: Sheriff Twahir Ahmed; Singer: Hussein Khamis. Duration: 2:50.

Joseph Nazareth & the Calypso Kids

Joseph Nazareth & The Calypso Kids: Mji Mombasa, N/A

folder: 108 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.2 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, OK.511, ABC/EA.17039. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:52.

Jumaine Omari

Jumaine Omari & Party: Na Safari, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 109 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.9 MB

Subjects

Titles

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.65, A.B. 130. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:48.

Jumaine Omari & Party: Tu Tai Wacha Dunia, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 110 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.65, A.B.129. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Title should read: "Tutaiwacha Dunia." Duration: 2:45.

Jumbe Ali

Jumbe Ali: Mpenzi Waniumiza, N/A

folder: 111 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 18.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, MA.118, OAF. 151. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:32.

Jumbe Ali: Kheri Kunitinda, N/A

folder: 112 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.8 MB

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: HMV, MA.120, OAF 155. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:10.

Jumbe Ali: Siiwezi Tabu, N/A

folder: 113 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 18.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, MA.120, OAF.156. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:34.

Kasanga and Party

Kasanga & Party: Paka Cheza Rumba Part I, N/A

folder: 114 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.15, CES.10023. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:50.

Kasanga & Party: Paka Cheza Rumba Part II, N/A

folder: 115 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.15, CES.10024. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:53.

Kibokoni Dramatic Party

Kibokoni Dramatic Party: Yamini Nakuapia, N/A

folder: 116 (Material Type: Audio)

Extent

1 audio_recording 18.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, MA.118, OAF.152. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:28.

Kibwana and Party

Kibwana & Party of Charlsea Club: Nalila Hilati, N/A

folder: 117 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2132, CES 4023. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:40.

Kibwana & Party: Kweli, N/A

folder: 118 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 18.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2172, CES.1319. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:28.

Kibwana and Party: Jawabu ya Mtama, N/A

folder: 119 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2201, CES.135. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:08.

Kibwana and Party: Sija Furahika, N/A

folder: 120 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2201, CES.1352. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:04.

Kibwana Orchestra: Kula Mara, N/A

folder: 121 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.438, MOM. 50. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:58.

Kibwana Orchestra: Mdomo Wake Sukari, N/A

folder: 122 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.438, MOM. 51. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:20.

King's African Rifles

The King's African Rifles: (1) Hiyani! Hiyani! (2) Simba Mkali, N/A

folder: 123 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, GE.17805, CEI.23853. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:57.

The King's African Rifles: (1) Mungu Amweke Colonel Weru (2) Ngoma ya Malini (3) Mtota Nalilia Mama!, N/A

folder: 124 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, GE.17805, CEI.23854. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:18.

(King's African Rifles) Askari wa 2nd King's African Rifles: Kodi Modaiwona Konde Ya Wazungu, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 125 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial numbers: Columbia, WE.36, W.63460. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:45.

(King's African Rifles) Askari wa 6th King's African Rifles: Ininzatani Pasiko Nakunalisa, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 126 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 12.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE.36, W.63456. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:25.

Lamu Omari

Lamu Omari: Muganga, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 127 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.427, AB. 854. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:55.

Lamu Omari: Waume Watele, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 128 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.427, AB. 853. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:01.

Lamu Omari: Boi, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 129 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.430, AB. 859. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:55.

Lamu Omari: Fondo Goa, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 130 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.430, AB. 860. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:42.

Landova Lele-Mama

Landova Lele-Mama Band: Meja Khatibu, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 131 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.274, JR.649. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:09.

Landova Lele-Mama Band: Nirauni, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 132 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.274, JR.648,. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:10.

Lulu Orchestra

Lulu Orchestra and Star: Bahati Ya Masikini, N/A

folder: 133 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.2 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.38, CES.10090. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:03.

Lulu Orchestra and Star: Dunia Imebadilika, N/A

folder: 134 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.38, CES.10089. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:57.

Lulu Orchestra and Star: Mahabani Tamu, N/A

folder: 135 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.39, CES.10092. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes from label: Artist: Muhimu Baluchi; Composer: Star Orchestra. Duration: 2:38.

Lulu Orchestra and Star: Nimeswalitika, N/A

folder: 136 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.39, CES.10091, EOM.39. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes from label: Artist: Usu; Composer: Star Orchestra. Duration: 2:56.

Lulu Orchestra & Vocal: Kila, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 137 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.5 MB

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: Jambo, EA.803, J.R. 1600. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:55.

Lulu Orchestra & Vocal: Nilivyo Dho Fika, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 138 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.803, J.R. 1599. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:48.

Lulu Orchestra / Huseni & Siti Wewe: Mtaka Mawili, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 139 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.12, AB 24. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:56.

Lulu Orchestra / Huseni & Party : Naapa Kupenda, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 140 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.12, AB 23. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:48.

Lulu Orchestra / Husseini & Siti Masika & Party: Bui Kweli, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 141 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc Serial number: Mzuri, AM.29, AB 57. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Artists: Siti Masika Sulemani, Husseini. Duration: 2:50.

Lulu Orchestra / Husseini & Siti Masika & Party: Juba, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 142 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.0 MB

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.29, AB 58. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Artists: Siti Masika Sulemani, Husseini. Duration: 2:49.

Lulu & Sulemani Orchestra / Siti Masika Sulemani & Party: "Kicheko", circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 143 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.32, AB 64,. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:20.

Lulu & Sulemani Orchestra / Siti Masika Sulemani & Party: "Nikilala", circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 144 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.32, AB 63. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:11.

Maalim Abdi

Maalimabdi: Miswi—Baha, Part 1, N/A

folder: 145 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.257, CES.530. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:02.

Maalimabdi: Miswi—Baha, Part 2, N/A

folder: 146 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.257, CES.531, EO.257. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:51.

Maalim Abdi: "Moyo Nalikuzuiya" Part 1, N/A

folder: 147 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2109, CES 966. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:58.

Maalim Abdi: "Moyo Nalikuzuiya" Part 2, N/A

folder: 148 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.2 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2109, CES 967. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:03.

Maalim Abdi: "Uso Wa Rupia" Part 2., N/A

folder: 149 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2110, CES 973. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:56.

Maalim Abdi: "Uso Wa Rupia" Part I., N/A

folder: 150 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2110, CES 972. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:02.

Maalim Abdi: "Umenishangaza"—Part I, N/A

folder: 151 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2123, CES.974. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:58.

Maalim Abdi: "Umenishangaza"—Part II, N/A

folder: 152 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2123, CES.975. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:06.

Malim Shaban

Malim Shaban: Uniombee Karima—Sehemu Ya Kwanza, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 153 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE.21, W 63124. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes Alternate spellings: Maalim Shaban, Maalim Shaaban, Mw. Shabaan Duration: 3:13.

Malim Shaban: Uniombee Karima—Sehemu Ya Pili, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 154 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE.21, W 63123. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Alternate spellings: Maalim Shaban, Maalim Shaaban, Mw. Shabaan. Duration: 3:10.

Malim Shaban: Hadithi ya Bibi na Vijakazi Part 1, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 155 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE.54, W.63185. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Alternate spellings: Maalim Shaban, Maalim Shaaban, Mw. Shabaan. Duration: 2:46.

Malim Shaban: Hadithi ya Bibi na Vijakazi Part 2, circa 1930

folder: 156 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE.54, W.63186. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Alternate spellings: Maalim Shaban, Maalim Shaaban, Mw. Shabaan. Duration: 2:29.

Mashairi

Mashairi / Kaluta Amri Rin Abedi: Dawa mziwanda kula, kula upate afia, 1950, inclusive

folder: 157 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.2 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial: Gallotone, GB.1265, XYZ.5114, RC.30. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:41.

Mashairi / Saadini Abdo Kandoro: Sili nisichotamani sili ingawa ni dawa, N/A

folder: 158 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 11.5 MB

Physical characteristics of the original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1265, XYZ.5113, RC.30. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:10.

Maulidi

Maulidi: Nimekwenda Shela, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 159 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.131, JR. 234. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:23.

Maulidi: Ugeni Mbaya, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 160 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 18.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.131, JR. 235. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:28.

Mohamed Ali Badi

Mohamedali Badi:Ma Bwana Wa K.A.R., N/A

folder: 161 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 18.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, MA.13, OAF.26. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Mohamedali Badi, Mohamed Ali Badi, Mohamed Badi. Duration: 3:28.

Mohamed Ali Badi & Party: Siku Ku Khalifu, circa 1938-1946, inclusive

folder: 162 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, MA.40, OAF 79. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Mohamedali Badi, Mohamed Ali Badi, Mohamed Badi. Title should read: "Sikukuu Khalifu." Duration: 3:18.

Mohamed Ali Badi & Party: Sitokushutumu, circa 1938-1946, inclusive

folder: 163 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, MA.40, OAF 80. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Mohammed Ali Badi, Mohamed Ali Badi, Mohamed Badi. Duration: 2:59

Mohamed Ali Badi & His Orchestra: Kheti Mukijuwa, 1938-1946, inclusive

folder: 164 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Spanish; Castilian.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.7MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, MA.41, OAF.81. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other note: Singer also known as: Mohammed Ali Badi, Mohamed Ali Badi, Mohamed Badi. Duration: 3:09.

Mohamed Ali Badi & His Orchestra: Umenidhalili, circa 1938-1946, inclusive

folder: 165 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, MA.41, OAF.82. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Mohamedali Badi, Mohamed Ali Badi, Mohamed Badi. Duration: 3:06.

Mohamed Ali Bwagajuga

Mohamed Ali Bwagajuga: Pole, mama Kitwana, 1950, inclusive

folder: 166 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 12.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1261, XYZ.6085, RC.30. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:26.

Mohomedi A. Bwagajuga: Ukiwa wangu, 1950, inclusive

folder: 167 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1261, XYZ.6092, RC.30. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:42.

Mohomedi A. Bwagajuga: Dar es Salaam usiende, circa 1950, inclusive

folder: 168 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 12.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1262, XYZ.6093, RC.30. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:26.

Mohomedi A. Bwagajuga: Nimepiga pegi mbili, tatu, circa 1950, inclusive

folder: 169 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1262, XYZ.6091, RC.30. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:34.

M. A. Bwagajuga: Nimechoka kusubiri, N/A

folder: 170 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1572, XYZ.6086, RC.30. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:37.

Mohamed Ali Bwagajuga: Kipenzi Changu, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 171 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.4 MB

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: Jambo, EA.527, J.R. 1097. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:31.

Mohamed Ali Bwagajuga: Nimechoka Kusubiri, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 172 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.527, J.R. 1096, EA.527. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:27.

Mohamed Ali Bwagajuga: Nani Wakuchela, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 173 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.528, J.R. 1099. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:31.

Mohamed Ali Bwagajuga: Oh Buchwala, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 174 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.528, J.R. 1098. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:37.

Morning Star Orchestra

Morning Star Orchestra: Mcheza Kwao Hutuzwa, circa 1956-1959, inclusive

folder: 175 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Tom Tom, TR.454. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Vocalist, Mohammed Athman. Duration: 2:47.

Morning Star Orchestra: Star Waltz, circa 1956-1959, inclusive

folder: 176 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Tom Tom, TR.454, T 0770. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Vocalist, Shafi Athman. Duration: 2:54.

Morogoro Jazz Band

Morogoro Jazz Band: Nitumie Dawa, N/A

folder: 177 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, AMC.69, OAM.168. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Leader: Makara Kindemire. Duration: 2:35

Morogoro Jazz Band: Tupendane Kwa Mapenzi, N/A

folder: 178 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, AMC.69, OAM.170. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Leader: Makara Kindemire. Duration: 2:33.

Morogoro Jazz Band: Mengi Masikitiko, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 179 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.558, J.R. 1159. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:47.

Morogoro Jazz Band: Vya Kumpyelo, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 180 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.558, J.R. 1158. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:55.

Morogoro Jazz Band: Wapinga Wose Wanileka, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 181 (Material Type: Audio)

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.2 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.199, AB 397, TA.1242. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:51.

Morogoro Jazz Band: Ye Baa, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 182 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.199, AB 398, TA.1242. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:55.

Musa Maruf

Musa Maruf: Diamond Jubilee, N/A

folder: 183 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.203, J.R. 219. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:22.

Musa Maruf: Tororo, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 184 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.203, J.R. 220. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:57.

Musa Maruf: Kala Shahiri, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 185 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 18.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.262, JR.539. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:34.

Musa Maruf: Kama-Hutaki-Mambia, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 186 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 19.2 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.262, JR.538. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:38.

Musa Maruf: Katika Duniya, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 187 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.3 MB

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: Jambo, EA.421, J.R. 772. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:16.

Musa Maruf: Mpenzi Wangu Kanitoka, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 188 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.421, J.R. 773. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:17.

Ngoma ya Kilua

Ngoma ya Kilua: Tata Kibondo, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 189 (Material Type: Audio)

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE.38, W 63266. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:46.

Nyameshe Kitoto Adel

Nyameshe Kitoto Adel: Bibi Sofia, N/A

folder: 190 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Arrow, ARC.508, ZD. 15. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:38.

Nyameshe Kitoto Adel: Ulevi Kubaya, N/A

folder: 191 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Arrow, ARC.508, ZD.16. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:39.

Nyamwezi Women

Nyamwezi Women with Lugobe: Kwa Mungu kunyenyekea, N/A

folder: 192 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Nyamwezi.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1311, XYZ.5099, RC.30. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:35.

Nyamwezi Women with Masudi Bini Amani: Mtemi mfalume wize mpya, N/A

folder: 193 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Nyamwezi.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1311, XYZ.5098, RC.30. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:44.

Omar and Party of Charlsea [sic] Club

Omar & Party of Charlsea Club: Wata Ninyamae, N/A

folder: 194 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2132, CES.4022. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:50.

Osman and Party

Osman Juma: Masikini, N/A

folder: 195 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2203, CES.1366. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as Osman bin Juma. Duration: 3:08.

Osman Juma: Lakchimba, N/A

folder: 196 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording

Physical characteristics of original

Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc Serial number: Columbia, EO.2203, CES.1365. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as Osman bin Juma. Duration: .

Osman and Party: Hadithiya Baisikli, circa 1956-1959, inclusive

folder: 197 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Tom Tom, TZ.0655, ZD 46, VOM.123. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Title should read: "Hadithi ya Baiskeli." Duration: 3:20.

Osman and Party: Hadithiya Moho-Go, circa 1956-1959, inclusive

folder: 198 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Tom Tom, TZ.0654, ZD 45, VOM.124. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Title should read: "Hadithi ya Baiskeli." Duration: 3:14,

Osman bin Juma

Osman Bin Juma: Nimepata Kinda, N/A

folder: 199 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2143, CES.1091. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:56.

Osman Bin Juma: Popote Tufikapo, N/A

folder: 200 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2143, CES.1090. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:53.

Osman Bin Juma: Mama Njoo Nikwambie Rabai, N/A

folder: 201 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2165, CES.1094. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:50.

Osman Bin Juma: Ua Langu Limechanua, N/A

folder: 202 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2165, CES.1095. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:46.

Paulo M. Ojambo and Party

Paulo M. Ojambo & Party: Abalayi Bakhirana, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 203 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.27, AB 54. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:51.

Paulo M. Ojambo & Party: Magumba, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 204 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Sami languages.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.27, AB 53. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:49.

Ramadhani Fataki

Ramadhani Fataki with "Ngoma Ya Udi": Shombo binti hasani, N/A

folder: 205 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1572, XYZ.6100, RC.30. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Rajabu Idi (guitar & vocal), Fundi Konde (guitar). Duration: 2:38.

Ramathani Hasan

Ramathani Hasan and his guitar: Baba Ananipenda, N/A

folder: 206 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, AMC.127, OAM.184. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:44.

Ramathani Hasan and his guitar: Orio Muno, Mama (Thank you very much Mother), N/A

folder: 207 (Material Type: Audio)

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, AMC.127, OAM 185. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. 7 Duration: 2:48.

Rhino Boys

The Rhino Boys: Lipi Uli Pendalo—Walze, N/A

folder: 208 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, N.17108, OMC.20183. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Directed and arranged by Jeff Seabrook, vocals by Valentine Muwuiya. Duration: 2:55.

The Rhino Boys: Nakupenda—Fox Trot, N/A

folder: 209 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, N.17108, OMC.20182. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Directed and arranged by Jeff Seabrook, vocals by Valentine Muwuiya. Duration: 2:54.

Saleh Buesh

Saleh Buesh: Hadithi ya Sultani na Kitanda Chake Kipya—Sehemu ya Kwanza, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 210 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.2MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE.9, W.63349. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Part 1 of 4. Duration: 2:47.

Saleh Buesh: Hadithi ya Sultani na Kitanda Chake Kipya—Sehemu ya Pili, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 211 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc Serial number: Columbia, WE.9, W.63350. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Part 2 of 4. Duration: 2:53

Saleh Buesh: Hadithi ya Sultani na Kitanda Chake Kipya—Sehemu ya Tatu, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 213 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE.33, W.63351. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Part 3 of 4. Duration: 2:45.

Saleh Buesh: Hadithi ya Sultani na Kitanda Chake Kipya—Sehemu ya Nne, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 212 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE.33, W.63352. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Part 4 of 4. Duration: 2:43.

Salim and Party

Salim & Party: Mapenzi, N/A

folder: 214 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 18.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.502, CES.1312. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:24.

Salim Zeydani with Arab Men

Salim Zeydani with Arab Men: Alhamdulilla, Hemolo - Side B, N/A

folder: 215 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1579, XYZ.5617. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:51.

Salim Zeydani with Arab Men: Zadal baraa min bayni, N/A

folder: 216 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1579, XYZ.5616. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:41.

Salum's Brass Band

Salum's Brass Band: Shukurani, N/A

folder: 217 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Trek, DC.175, XYZ.6061, RC.31. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Leader, Salum Seliman. Duration: 2:28.

Salum's Brass Band: Twakukumbuka, N/A

folder: 218 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Trek, DC.175, XYZ.6062, RC.31. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Leader, Salum Seliman. Duration: 2:32.

Shaban and Party

Shaban & Party: Funga Zizi, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 219 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.776, J.R. 1555. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:36.

Shaban & Party: Natamani Ua, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 220 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.776, J.R. 1556. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:39.

Shahir Sheikh Mohamed Ali (Badi)

Shahir Sheikh Mohamad Ali (Badi): Kime Ingiya 1st Part, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 221 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.1 MB

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: Pathé, N 73.055, X.79026. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc . Other notes: Artist also known as: Mughani Shahir Sheikh Mohamad Ali (Badi). Duration: 2:51.

Shahir Sheikh Mohamad Ali (Badi): Kime Ingiya 2nd Part, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 222 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.7 MB

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: Pathé, N 73.056, X.79026. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:46.

Silas Band

Silas Band: Ewe Mary Wangu, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 223 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.441, J.R. 902. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Vocalist, S. M. Sururu. Duration: 3:06.

Silas Band: Ewe Wangu Rumba, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 224 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.441, J.R. 903. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Vocalist, S.M. Sururu. Duration: 3:05.

Silvano Mukudi

Silvano Mukudi: Sumba Omar, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 225 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.23, AB 46. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:46.

Silvano Mukudi: Paskal Mjomba, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 226 (Material Type: Audio)

Extent

1 audio_recording

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.23, AB 45. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:50.

Siti Binti Saad

Sitti Bint Saad: Manzowea Namapenzi—Rumba Part 1, N/A

folder: 227 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2006, CES.2012. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Title should read "Mazowea" or "Mazoeya." Alternate spelling of performer is Siti Binti Saad. Duration: 2:47.

Sitti Bint Saad: Manzowea Namapenzi—Rumba Part 2, N/A

folder: 228 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2006, CES 2013. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Title should read "Mazowea" or "Mazoeya." Alternate spelling of performer is Siti Binti Saad. Duration: 2:49.

Sitti Bint Saad: Yakini Nuuma—Part I, N/A

folder: 229 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2014, CES. 28. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Alternate spelling of performer is Siti Binti Saad. Duration: 2:59.

Sitti Bint Saad: Yakini Nuuma—Part II, N/A

folder: 230 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2014, CES. 29. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Alternate spelling of artist's name is Siti Binti Saad. Duration: 2:59.

Sitti Bint Saad: Toka Haya Nenda—Rumba, N/A

folder: 231 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, CES.4128. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Alternate spelling of artist's name is Siti Binti Saad. Duration: 2:45.

Sitti Bint Saad: Pendo Na Kwambia—Part I, N/A

folder: 232 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2182, CES.19. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Alternate spelling of artist's name is Siti Binti Saad. Duration: 3:01.

Sitti Bint Saad: Pendo Na Kwambia—Part II, N/A

folder: 233 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2182, CES.20. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Alternate spelling of artist's name is Siti Binti Saad. Duration: 2:58.

Sitti Bint Saad: Allahu Ndie Bashiri—Part I, N/A

folder: 234 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2190, CES 2008. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Alternate spelling of artist's name is Siti Binti Saad. Duration: 2:54.

Sitti Bint Saad: Allahu Ndie Bashiri—Part II, N/A

folder: 235 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2190, CES 2009. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Alternate spelling of artist's name is Siti Binti Saad. Duration: 3:05.

Siti Ganduri

Siti Ganduri & Kibwana: Vitendo, N/A

folder: 236 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 18.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.501, CES.1309. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:31.

Siti Ganduri & Kibwana: Mtama na Ndege, N/A

folder: 237 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 18.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2172, CES 1310. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:32.

Siti Ganduri & Kibwana: Kuku Rumba, N/A

folder: 238 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 20.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2176, CES.1300. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:55.

Siti Habu

Siti Habu: Nambiyani, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 239 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.400, J.R. 405. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:04.

Siti Habu: Nenda, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 240 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.400, J.R. 404. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:07.

Siti Mary Binti Mabruk

Siti Tete Binti Mabruk: Una Nini Bwana (1st part), circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 241 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Pathé, N 73.017, X.79002. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Alternate spelling of artist's name is Mughani Siti Tete Binti Mabruk. Duration: 2:37.

Siti Tete Binti Mabruk: Una Nini Bwana (2nd part), circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 242 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Pathé, N 73.018, X.79002. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Alternate spelling of artist's name is Mughani Siti Tete Binti Mabruk. Duration: 2:32.

Siti Masika

Siti Masika & Sulemani: Mwana Magendo, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 243 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.16, AB 32. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:54.

Siti Masika & Sulemani: Yako Mashakani, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 244 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.16, AB 31. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:50.

Siti Masika & Sulemani & Party: Kuche Chema, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 245 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.39, AB 78. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:50.

Siti Masika & Sulemani & Party: Muhibu Pokea, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 246 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.39, AB 77. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:53.

Siti Tete Binti Mabruk

Siti Tete Binti Mabruk: Tarikiba (1st Part.), circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 247 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Pathé, X 79007. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Alternate spelling of artist's name is Mughani Siti Tete Binti Mabruk. Duration: 3:09

Siti Tete Binti Mabruk: Tarikiba (2nd Part.), circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 248 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Pathé, X 79007. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc . Other notes: Alternate spelling of artist's name is Mughani Siti Tete Binti Mabruk. Duration: 2:55.

Stephen & Sisters

Stephen & Sisters: Kwaherini, circa 1955-1956, inclusive

folder: 249 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.252, AB. 503. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc . Other notes: Composer, Stephen Ngumbao. Duration: 2:47.

Stephen & Sisters: Mmoja Au Wawili, circa 1955-1956, inclusive

folder: 250 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.252, AB. 504. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Composer, Stephen B. Ngumbao. Duration: 2:47.

Subeit bin Ambar

Subeit Bin Ambar: Nimeiweka Nadhiri. Part I, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 251 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE.51, W 63169. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:49.

Subeit Bin Ambar: Nimeiweka Nadhiri. Part II, circa 1930, inclusive

folder: 252 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, WE.51, W 63170. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:50.

Subeti Sunda

Subeti Sunda with Musa Bini Ali: Kwa mtwana Mbaruku, Gonga, N/A

folder: 253 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1254, WYZ.5073. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:34.

Subeti Sunda with Shirazi Men: Aupo tne mkwaju, Tucheze Ponda, N/A

folder: 254 (Material Type: Audio)

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Gallotone, GB.1254, XYZ.5075. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc . Duration: 2:33.

Tanganyika Police, Band of

Tanganyika Police, Band of, King's African Rifles: Ngoma, N/A

folder: 255 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 12.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, AMC.59, OAM.161. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Recording is of Regimental March of the 6th Tanganyika Bn., as conducted by Victor Webster. Duration: 2:25.

Tanganyika Police, Band of: Mfua Chuma, N/A

folder: 256 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: HMV, AMC.59, OAM.163. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:33.

Three Brothers Orchestra

Three Brothers Orchestra: Nalijitahidi Kutengeza Wema, 1955, inclusive

folder: 257 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 13.8 MB

Physical charactertistics of original

Serial number: Trek, DC.177, XYZ.6055, RC.30. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Leader of orchestra is A. Othmani. Duration: 2:36.

Three Brothers Orchestra: Nimeyasadiki Mahaba, Pumbao, 1955, inclusive

folder: 258 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.2 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Trek, DC.177, XYZ.6056, RC.30. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Leader of orchestra is A. Othmani. Duration: 3:04

Uba Binti Sudi

Uba Binti Sudi and Ibina-El-Watani & Party: Simba Tukutane, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 259 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.184, J.R. 383. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:06.

Uba Binti Sudi (sololist) with Ibina-El-Watani & Party: Tuko Mpakani, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 260 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.184, J.R. 382. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:58.

Uba Binti Sudi: Halambe, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 261 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Tarumbeta: Mohamed Athumani.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.411, J.R 591. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Includes trumpet by Mohamed Athumani. Duration: 3:06.

Uba Binti Sudi: Mutambuwa Mifano, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 262 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.411, J.R 590. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Includes trumpet by Mohamed Athumani. Duration: 3:09.

Umari

Umari: Kisacha—Atar - Side A, N/A

folder: 263 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.261, CES. 572. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Part 1 of 2. Duration: 3:10.

Umari: Kisacha—Atar - Side B

folder: 264 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.8 MB

Physical characteristics of the original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.261, CES. 573. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Part 2 of 2. Duration: 3:10.

Umari: Kisa—Cha—Africa Part 1, N/A

folder: 265 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.4 MB

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: Columbia, EO.262, CES. 566. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Part 1 of 2. Duration: 3:06.

Umari: Kisa—Cha—Africa Part 2, N/A

folder: 266 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.8 MB

Parts

Swahili comedy, part 2 of 2.

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: Columbia, N 73.056, X.79026. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Part 2 of 2. Duration: 2:59.

Umari: Ugeni Wa Africa—Part 1, N/A

folder: 267 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.7 MB

Physical characteristic of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2004, CES. 570. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:09.

Umari: Ugeni Wa Africa—Part 2, N/A

folder: 268 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.2004, CES. 571. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:06.

Unknown

Unknown recording (Jambo label)

folder: 269 (Material Type: Audio)

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: unknown, label is degraded and is entirely illegible. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: Unknown.

Ustad Omar

Ustad Omar: Vunja Taa Part 1, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 270 (Material Type: Audio)

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.233, J.R. 504. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:15.

Ustad Omar: Vunja Taa Part 2, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 271 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.233, J.R. 505. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:15.

Wamala & Party

Wamala & Party: Chneno, N/A

folder: 272 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 18.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EO.502, CES. 1311. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:28.

Yaseen

Yaseen: Natamani Kiss, circa 1956-1959, inclusive

folder: 273 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Tom Tom, TR.466, T 0886. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Composer of melody identified as Farid el Atrash. Duration: 3:06.

Yaseen (Radio Singer): Natugane, circa 1956-1959, inclusive

folder: 274 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Tom Tom, TR.466, T 0887. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Composer of melody identified as Farid el Atrash. Duration: 2:58.

Yaseen and Kasanga

Yaseen & Kasanga Party: Jambo Jambo Bugi, 1955-1956, inclusive

folder: 275 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.11, CES. 10016. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Duration: 3:05.

Yaseen & Kasanga Party: Wazimu—Samba, 1955-1956, inclusive

folder: 276 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.3

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.11, CES. 10015. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Duration: 3:05.

Yaseen & Kasanga Party: Kopa Nakulipa, 1955-1956, inclusive

folder: 277 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.12, CES. 10018. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Duration: 3:18.

Yaseen & Kasanga Party: Nita Kula Sumu, 1955-1956, inclusive

folder: 278 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.12, CES. 10017. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Duration: 3:14.

Yaseen Party & Kasanga: Nasikitika, 1955-1956, inclusive

folder: 279 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.17, CES. 10029. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Accompanied by Kasanga Yaseen Orchestra. Duration: 2:54.

Yaseen Party & Kasanga: Shibu Mwairo, 1955-1956, inclusive

folder: 280 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM. 17, CES. 10028. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Accompanied by Kasanga Yaseen Orchestra. Duration: 2:59.

Yaseen Party & Kasanga: Kalipso—Swahili, 1955-1956, inclusive

folder: 281 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.18, CES. 10031. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Accompanied by Kasanga Yaseen Orchestra. Duration: 2:58.

Yaseen and King's Band

Yaseen and King's Band: Nampenda Mpenzi, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 282 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.758, A.M. 14. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:58.

Yassen and King's Band: Zake, circa 1952-1961, inclusive

folder: 283 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Jambo, EA.758, A.M. 13. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:02.

Yaseen and Mimi

Yaseen & Mimi (Radio Singer): Kijana Mpenzi, N/A

folder: 284 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.1 MB

Subjects

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.19, CES. 10032. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Duration: 3:02.

Yaseen & Mimi (Radio Singer): Muli Bwanchi, N/A

folder: 285 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.19, CES. 10027. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Duration: 2:53.

Yaseen Mimi & Party: Hatuonani Kwanini, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 286 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.2, CES 10104. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Duration: 3:00.

Yaseen Mimi & Party: Mambo Africa, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 287 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.2, CES 10103. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Duration: 2:49.

Yaseen and Mimi (Radio Singers): Ladies Show, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 288 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.151, AB 301. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Duration: 2:47.

Yaseen & Mimi (Radio Singers): Mimi Nawe Mbali, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 289 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.151, AB 304. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Duration: 2:43.

Yaseen & Mimi (Radio Singers): Kisonge, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 290 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.152, AB 302. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Duration: 2:59.

Yaseen & Mimi (Radio Singers): Marehemu Mpenzi, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 291 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.152, AB 303. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Duration: 2:58.

Yaseen and Mimi (Radio Singers): Pipa, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 292 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.351, A.B. 701. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Duration: 2:42.

Yaseen and Mimi (Radio Singers): Wachawi, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 293 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.351, A.B. 702. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as: Yaseen Mohamed, Yasseen Mohamed, Yaseen Tofaly. Duration: 3:08.

Yaseen Fara

Yaseen Fara: Mal El Gamil (Part 1), circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 294 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.358, A.B. 715. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as Yaseen Abdulla Farah. Duration: 2:43.

Yaseen Fara: Mal El Gamil (Part 2), circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 295 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Arabic.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.0 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.358, A.B. 716. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Singer also known as Yaseen Abdulla Farah. Duration: 2:50.

Young India Band

(Young India Band) Miss Kiran & Pardesi: Fikisha Barua Na, circa 1935-1955, inclusive

folder: 296 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Young India, T 752, SR.134. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:06.

(Young India Band) Kiran & Pran: Kila Siku, circa 1935-1955, inclusive

folder: 297 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.2 MB

Physical characteristics of originals

Serial number: Young India, T 950, SR.152. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:15.

(Young India Band) Pardesi: Kugombana Kupatana, circa 1935-1955, inclusive

folder: 298 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Young India, T 756, SR.133. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:05.

(Young India Band) Kiran & Varma: Kwaheri Tutaonana, circa 1935-1955, inclusive

folder: 299 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.3 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Young India, T 953, SR.151. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:04.

(Young India Band) Varma: Mambo ni Mambo, circa 1935-1955, inclusive

folder: 300 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 17.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Young India, T 951, SR.152. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:13.

(Young India Band) Manorma: Tangu Nalipokuona, circa 1935-1955, inclusive

folder: 301 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Young India, T 952, SR.151. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:12.

(Young India Band) Miss Kiran & Pardesi: Nenda Zako, Nimechoke, circa 1935-1955, inclusive

folder: 302 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Young India, T 753, SR.134. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:49.

(Young India Band) Sheela & Pardesi: Nimeona Sura Ya, circa 1935-1955, inclusive

folder: 303 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.9 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Young India, T. 754, SR.133. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:11.

(Young India Band) Manorma & Varma: Picha Picha Yoko, circa 1935-1955, inclusive

folder: 304 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.8 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Young India, T 954, SR.153. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:47.

(Young India Band) Pran: Sema Sasa, circa 1935-1955, inclusive

folder: 305 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Young India, T 949, SR.153. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:50.

Young Novelty Club

Young Novelty Club: Bul Bul, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 306 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.7 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.331, AB 662. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:57.

Young Novelty Club: Muhibu Sinihini, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 307 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 16.2 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.331, AB 661. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 3:03.

Young Novelty Club: Bwaga Bwaga, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 308 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.333, AB 665. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:43.

Young Novelty Club: Dawa Yangu, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 309 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.5 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.333, AB 666. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:44.

Young Sports Musical Club

Young Sports Musical Club: Punguza Udhia, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 310 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.1 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.478, AB.955. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:39.

Young Sports Musical Club: Salmia Mama, circa 1955-1965, inclusive

folder: 311 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Swahili.

Extent

1 audio_recording 14.6 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Mzuri, AM.478, AB.956. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Duration: 2:52.

Zakaria and Malikus

Zakaria & Malikus: Otiano, N/A

folder: 312 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Luo (Kenya and Tanzania).

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.4 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.9, CES.10009. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Source of music is Yaseen and Party. Duration: 2:55.

Zakaria & Malikus: Oyango—Samba, N/A

folder: 313 (Material Type: Audio)

Language of Materials

Luo (Kenya and Tanzania).

Extent

1 audio_recording 15.2 MB

Physical characteristics of original

Serial number: Columbia, EOM.9, CES.10010. Original format: 78 rpm shellac disc. Other notes: Source of music is Yaseen and Party. Duration: 2:52.

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