An all-out Jamaican art movement was only done in the middle of the 20th century. The stage was known as a big revolution where people from various regions of the country came together to showcase their artworks and literary pieces that carried heavy messages to speak about the current political atmosphere. At present, the National Gallery of Jamaica, which is found in Kingston, contains some of the rarest pieces of art from the Caribbean dating back several centuries.
There are also private art galleries that showcase the works of famous artists and rising stars. The Jamaica School of Art was made in 1950 and served as a huge link between the masses in the country and the art movement. The school was joined into the Kingston Cultural Training Centre later on, which also educated people about music, dance and drama. Dance and music are an integral part of Jamaican culture. Reggae music has established itself as one of the most defining aspects of the country’s culture. Bob Marley is one of the most renowned artists of all time. There are also other notable singers from the country like Melody Makers, Shaggy, Sly Dunbar, Black Uhuru and Robby Shakespeare. Some of them have been awarded in the Grammys. There are more than 30 types of Jamaican dances that have been established until the present period.
Oral tradition is also widely practiced in Jamaica, speaking about Jamaican slaves and other experiences when the country was colonized.