Hear Us Out #7: "African Rhythm Journey"
Schedule
Sat Nov 16 2024 at 01:00 pm to 03:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
WNED PBS Studios | Buffalo, NY
About this Event
Calling all music enthusiasts ages 8 and older (and their accompanying adults) for a fantastic journey into the world of music. We proudly present an African Drumming Journey - an event that'll make your Saturday unforgettable!
🎹🎻 In "African Rhythm Journey," Tiffany Nicely, the Diaspora Drumming trio, and the Fredonia African Drumming Ensemble present an original take on traditional rhythms on West Africa and the African Diaspora. Using authentic instruments in a performance spanning three continents, performers will present four African musical pillars: community, patterns, polyrhythm, and Improvisation.✨
🎼🤩 Then take a look behind the scenes of television and radio with a tour of Buffalo Toronto Public Media's impressive studios!
Mark your calendars, grab your family and friends, and get ready for an afternoon filled with music, exploration, and unforgettable moments. We can't wait to see you there at the " African Rhythm Journey" -🎵🎉
Parking is FREE in our gated parking lot, located on Charles Street!
Please sign up on the Eventbrite Page. You must be signed up to attend.
Hear Us Out! is funded in part by the Cullen Foundation and the Children’s Foundation of Erie County.<h4>
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Program
Lolo (Guinea, Malinke ethnic group) - Famoudou Konate
Fula Fare (Guinea, Fulani ethnic group) - as taught by Mbemba Bangoura
Kassa ni Soro (Guinea, Malinke ethnic group) - as taught by Bolokada Conde / Fara Tolno
Wassolonka (Mali, Bambara ethnic group) - as taught by Moussa Traore
Yankadi-Makru (Guinea, Susu ethnic group) - as taught by Abou Sylla
Latin American Marimba Music
Ferrocarril de los Altos (Railway of the Highlands) - Domingo Bethancourt (Guatemala)
Nereidas (Mermaids) - Amador "Dimas" Perez Torres (Mexico)
El Viejo y La Vieja (the Old Man and Woman) - Nicaraguan
Rio Papaloapan (a river) - Mexican
El Jarabe de la Botella (the Syrup of the Bottle) - Mexican
Bloco Suite - (Brazil, arr. Ringo Brill)
Tomena-Saabewana - (Ghana, Dagara ethnic group, arr. Bernard Woma)
Kpanlogo - (Ghana, Ga ethnic group)
Bios:
Under the direction of Dr. Tiffany Nicely, the Fredonia African Drumming Ensemble performs music of West African countries Guinea, Ghana, Mali, Ivory Coast, and Burkina Faso, using authentic instruments. Fredonia has a long history of world percussion, and this ensemble showcases the university's dedication to excellence in traditional styles.
Under the direction of Ringo Brill, Diaspora Drumming is an ensemble dedicated to the musics of West Africa and the African Diaspora. Group members have studied traditional percussion in Guinea, Ghana, Brazil, Cuba, and Mexico. Bringing authentic instruments and rhythms to Western New York since 2004, Diaspora Drumming keeps audiences learning and grooving!
Where is it happening?
WNED PBS Studios, 140 Lower Terrace, Buffalo, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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