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Following 2 days of mass and revelry Dominica Carnival 2009 came to a close on Tuesday February 24, 2009 as revelers, locals and tourist alike took to the streets to enjoy themselves one last time.

On the road to wind down the festivities were local bands like Triple Kay, Fanatic Band, and WCK.

The season has been arguably one of the better and more peaceful carnival seasons in years past; that’s coming from the carnival organizers.

But after randomly asking some of the revelers – what they thought of this year’s carnival, while some expressed similar views, others thought that carnival has changed for the worse and the passion is gone.

I personally didn’t attend much to the events for Carnival 2006/2007, but compared to the last two seasons, this year’s carnival lacked enthusiasm/passion that makes our carnival one the better carnivals in Caribbean.

What was your impression of this year’s carnival? Tell us in the comments.

For those who missed Carnival parade and jump up, here are some photo highlights from Carnival Monday and Tuesday for your enjoy.

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A Little Trivia About J’Ouvert: The term “J’Ouvert” combines the French words “jour” and “ouvert” and means the “Beginning of the Day or Day Open”. Every Carnival Monday, in the wee hours of the morning until day breaks, the greatest show on earth is born. The first revelers hit the streets – jumping, dancing, shouting – abetted, it must be admitted, by the fine local rum, but fueled more by the exhilaration of the occasion. Caution: This early “Mas” is for the true die-hard player.

Pronounced “Jouvay”, this costumed street dance officially launches most islands’ Carnival at daybreak. On some islands, it precedes Mardi Gras or main event. On other islands, it begins the big day itself.

Enough Trivia! This year’s J’Ouvert in Dominica was no exception; the true die-hard players (revelers) came out in large numbers, some as early as 2:00am. For many revelers around the island, J’Ouvert is the highlight of their carnival.

As for me, the two things I love about “Jouvay” are the Lapeau Kabwit bands, and the Pappy Show - what’s J’Ouvert without a Pappy show wedding – literally!

I’m curious to know, what about J’Ouvert do you love the most? Share in the comments below.

Videos by:Simone Senhouse. Find more videos like this on www.caivideos.ning.com

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For the first time in history, Lord Karessah from Marigot is the 2009 Calypso King of Dominica. He outclassed the nine other contestants with his signature renditions ‘Pastor Rod‘ and ‘Calypso Too Patriotic’.

King Karessah also captured best stage presentation trophy, and the grand prize of EC$20,000.00. He also took the runners-up prize the Stardom king of the Tent.

First runner-up went to Observer and coming in as second runner-up went to Tarina. The other Calypsonians who took part in the finals were Picky, Man Himself, Lady Star, Hunter, Scrunter, Sugar S, and Sye.

Congratulations to Lord Karessah - 2009 Calypso King of Dominica

Dominica Calypso 2009: The Results are In

Karessah celebrates his 2009 Calypso victory with his Fans.

Find more videos like this on www.caivideos.ning.com - YouTube, Dominica Style

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