Gombeys keep holiday tradition alive
The sound of drums and whistles broke through the patter of rain yesterday as Bermuda’s Gombey troupes took to the streets.
The Warwick Gombeys set out from Loughlands in Paget yesterday afternoon, travelling throughout the estate with a crowd of supporters.
Lori Furbert said that she was willing to deal with the rain to take part in the tradition, but was happy that they had waited for the rain to largely stop.
“It’s something that you look forward to, that they look forward to,” she said.
“These are the sorts of traditions that we need to keep alive because it teaches our children about who we are and where we come from.”
Jahron Smith added: “This is about being Bermudian. It’s music, it’s community, it’s people coming together in celebration.”
Gombeys are an African tradition with Caribbean, Native American and British elements and practices are passed down through the generations.
Gombey troupes are a welcomed sight on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day, as well as at other events throughout the year.
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