Afro-Diasporic Ocean Festival at Rockaway Beach Amphitheater

Welcome to the first Afro-Diasporic Ocean Festival!

Join us at the Rockaway Beach Amphitheater for a day of celebrating Afro-diasporic culture and reverance for our oceans. Immerse yourself in the rhythms and traditions that connect us across the African diaspora. Let's come together and create unforgettable memories by the sea. Don't miss out on this unique cultural experience!

Visiting all the way from Nuquí, Chocó, Colombia, headlining our event is traditional music group as their first stop on a 2024 U.S. tour. Joining them will be local Brazilian and other Afro-Diasporic performers to be announced!

More than just a musical ensemble, Tambacum represents a community-driven process that connects people with their roots, nature, and ancestral knowledge. Through their music and various artistic expressions, Tambacum aims to regenerate the social fabric within the community, fostering trust and knowledge-sharing across different generations.

The group's performances are a powerful reflection of the rich cultural history and neighborhood experiences of the costal village of Nuquí, Colombia. With rhythms deeply rooted in the region, such as Tamborito and Cumbancha, Tambacum's voices, drums, and infectious energy have the power to make hearts beat in unison. Their captivating shows take audiences on a journey through Nuquí's collective memory, evoking a sense of pride and connection to their Pacific heritage.

Tambacum's talent and dedication have earned them recognition and participation in various cultural events both within and beyond the Chocó, Colombia region. They were awarded first place at the prestigious 2021 Traditional and Campesino Music Festival, "Despensa Agrícola de Colombia," held in Cajamarca, Tolima.

This event is co-produced thanks to individuals collaborating through LiberArte, Laru Beya Collective, afrolatin@ forum, R&E Ocean Community Conservation, Buena Onda Collective, The Surf Lot, Reel Works, Casa Finca, and NYC Parks.

This project is supported by funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, Statewide Community Regrants Program (formerly the Decentralization program) with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature, and administered by Flushing Town Hall.

This engagement of Tambacum is made possible in part through the ArtsCONNECT program of Mid Atlantic Arts with support from the National Endowment for the Arts.

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By sponsoring the Rockaways Ocean Festival, you'll not only support initiatives promoting climate action, but you'll also join a movement that transcends borders and generations, leaving a lasting legacy of ocean conservation and community empowerment.
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