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Nationally recognized cultural icon, Crawford Alexis from the community of Lagoon, Portsmouth has died.
Alexis was known for playing the Accordion as a member of the Capuchin Jing Ping Band. He also played for various groups around the island and will be remembered as the musician for Prime Minister Skerrit when he graced the stage some years ago, dancing quadrille.
Alexis taught many to play the instrument including Mickael Ferrol of Paix Bouche.
He received numerous awards including the Golden Drum award and Cultural Elder in his lifetime.
Chief Cultural Officer, Raymond Lawrence, remembers him as “someone who had a great love and passion for his culture and who made an outstanding contribution to cultural development in Dominica”.
Crawford will be remembered for his calm and friendly persona, confident gait and graceful, melodious playing of the instrument he treasured so dearly.
Emonews extends deepest condolences to his family and friends and the members of his Jing Ping Band.
Nationally recognized cultural icon, Crawford Alexis from the community of Lagoon, Portsmouth has died.
Alexis was known for playing the Accordion as a member of the Capuchin Jing Ping Band. He also played for various groups around the island and will be remembered as the musician for Prime Minister Skerrit when he graced the stage some years ago, dancing quadrille.
Alexis taught many to play the instrument including Mickael Ferrol of Paix Bouche.
He received numerous awards including the Golden Drum award and Cultural Elder in his lifetime.
Chief Cultural Officer, Raymond Lawrence, remembers him as “someone who had a great love and passion for his culture and who made an outstanding contribution to cultural development in Dominica”.
Crawford will be remembered for his calm and friendly persona, confident gait and graceful, melodious playing of the instrument he treasured so dearly.
Emonews extends deepest condolences to his family and friends and the members of his Jing Ping Band.
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