Artistes call for greater emphasis on extempo music
Carnival
February 17, 2026
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Extempo artistes lit up the stage in Chaguanas on Monday night, delivering not only sharp wit and lyrical brilliance but also a passionate call for the artform to reach even greater heights.
National Extempo champion Brian London used the spotlight to urge NCC Chairman Peter Kanhai to expand opportunities for extempo artistes, calling for increased prize money in the final, a permanent place at Flava Village and the hosting of an Extempo display in Chaguanas.
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