"Mosadi o tshwara thipa ka bohaleng,” which means “A woman holds the knife on the sharp side." - Abel Selaoccoe
This is South African cellist Abel Selaocoe playing his original song, Ka Bohaleng with the Australian Chamber Orchestra. It is a powerful, exciting, gloriously fun song that incorporates elements of the diggeerido and umngqokolo, a form of South African overtone singing.
Ka Bohaleng is a phrase from the Sesotho language that translates to "On the Sharp Side." It is the title of Selaocoe's debut album, "Where Is Home.” The phrase comes from the Sesotho saying, "Mosadi o tshwara thipa ka bohaleng,” which means, “A woman holds the knife on the sharp side." The song is an ode to the strength, resilience, and sacrifice of mothers and women who navigate difficult circumstances.
More Information
Abel Selaocoe and Yo-Yo Ma recording Ibuyile I'Africa / Africa is Back
(Simply exquisite)
Classic FM Interview: https://www.classicfm.com/discover-music/abel-selaocoe-south-african-cellist/
Abel Selaocoe Introduces Himself
Abel Selaocoe and the Bantu Ensemble playing QHAWE / HERO liv
e at KOKO
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I loved this. He is versed in classical & then what a creative voice & rhythms. Loved the Yo-Yo-Ma. Loved it all. Great sharing:) ❤️