Mas Jumbies release their Last Section: The Pai Banan

The Pai Banan is an extinct Masque that died out by the early 1900's. it was popular in Trinidad's rural districts, where they would appear J'Ouvert morning in small groups. The costume was simple and consisted of bits of cloth and banana leaves. On their heads was a turban or a fula that held cow horns or antennae.  The face was covered by a papier-mâché mask, similar to those of the Pierrot Granade. They went around frightening people in the early hours of J'ouvert morning. The MAS Jumbies version presents a more sinister visage of this traditional masque.

The Costume

1)Unique light-weight head mask, made with black crocus material, cloth and plastic strips. The see-through facemask has eye holes and is enhanced with a chrome silver diamond detail chain and two black horns with gold band details. Some strips fall to the ankle (can be cut).

2) Natural Pod Necklace (adjustable).

3) Black cloth (ankle length) sarong for both men & women.

4) Silver Bell ankle or wrist band.

5) Black vest for the women.

6) Mandatory Black Body paint.

TT$400.00/ US$65.00

L'echo is Up

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The Mas Jumbies website is up and running .



This year they are looking back at some of the"traditional Juve Masque " of the 17th Century and creating  fashionable stylised versions of masquerade that died out by the start of the 20th Century.


This is one J'Ouvert band that I can see crossing the line from J'Ouvert to Monday & Tuesday in the future, check them out!

MAS JUMBIES SECTION: L'ECHO DES BANDES DE CONGO

Here is another sneak peek at another MAS JUMBIES section Des Bandes De Congo.

This is an extinct masque that was once popular at the turn of the 19th century. The costume or attire was very similar to that worn by estate workers at the time; simple with just a straw hat and knee high trousers. They wore Cashew and Palmiste beads necklaces around their necks and sold Jumby bead charms to bystanders. One of their distinctive practices was the chanting of "African" prayers and satirizing religious practices while on the road.

MAS JUMBIES SECTION: Echo du Village

         

Echo du Village is priced at TT$350.00 all inclusive. Registration begins in 2 weeks for Loyalty Masqueraders only. MAS Jumbies Road DJ will again be www.spindmusic.com

 

Echo du Village draws its inspiration from the Juve Masque that once populated the rural and surbubs of POS. Masqueraders will have the option of white paint.

The all inclusive package includes security, alcoholic & non-alcoholic bar, breakfast (ham & hops; salt fish & bake) and Irish Coffee as a starter.

Loyalty Masqueraders will continue to receive their Discount and may also register friends using the same discount (one time usage).

L'Echo is comprised of 6 sections.