Modeling the Total Man in Traditional Farming Practice: A Spartial-Dramatic Analysis of Folkloric Farming Songs
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2016
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Research on Humanities and Social Sciences
Abstract
There are numerous forms of education in Africa societies with many deeply rooted in traditional vocations. A
reassessment of the dramatic elements of some inspirational music in traditional farming practice reveals a
continuous and emphatic value added technique in occupational farming. One of the least documented to date is
nofiofio; employed as a stress free, work-play group farming technique known for speed and efficiency. This
rejuvenated ancient guide employs dramatic techniques driven by instructive moral folk music. Findings reveal
that nofiofio encourages occupational discipline, family cohesion and social bond toward occupational
engagements. Although such folk music is no longer used in cotemporary farming practice but newer forms of
youth music have. A reflection on their uses in the past has risen in recent times. Nofiofio in particular
encouraged moral and strong character building among the youth population involved in traditional farming.
This paper analyses the dramatic content of this popular farming music in Edo State of Nigeria for planting and
harvesting. The study shows a structured and efficient matrix for time management, motivation and increased
output.
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Education, Africa, Oral tradition, Nofiofio, Folk music