Gesere sings in archaic language and a griot translator declaims each verse in the Bariba language. Song of praise. Recitation of genealogy of prince and names of places where prince's ancestors died. Brief pattern on sankpan drum announces entry of a more elderly gesere who continues praise of deceased kings. Interrupted 3 times by drums and trumpets.
Singer performs number of translated verses.
End signalled by sankpan drum. Change of rhythm introduces return of gon drums. Dance by Bangana's wives and princesses. Accompanied by drums and trumpets.