The Djembe: From West African Villages to Global Stages The djembe drum dates back roughly between 400 and 800 years, created ...

For the first time in years, Milwaukeeans can celebrate African culture during an ethnic and cultural showcase at Brown Deer Park in July. This year's celebration features a day full of traditional ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For anyone attending a contemporary African American worship service, the experience carries “an expectation of participation,” ...

Music has shaped cultures and communities throughout the world and has been passed down through generations to keep histories alive. It can amplify one’s attitudes and motivate change, which makes it ...

Introduction : general survey -- The concept of African music -- The place of music in the life of the African -- The role of music on festivals -- Instrumental resources -- Structures in Africa music ...

Violinist Zoe Aqua and the string band the Ebony Hillbillies will share a stage on Thursday at Gowanus club Littlefield. (New York Jewish Week) – Two folk music traditions that developed on opposite ...

KINGSTON, N.Y. — Local organization Harambee hosted its fifth African-American Festival on Saturday, showcasing African-American culture, music, food, and traditions on the Rondout Waterfront. The ...

Introduction. Some notes before we begin ; Beginnings ; Basic drum technique ; Rhythmic vocabulary patterns -- Stage 1 rhythmic vocabulary patterns. Gankogui and Axatse ; Obwahsimisah: a game song ; ...

Southern Illinoisans are in for a special culture treat this weekend, as authentic African music takes center stage in Carbondale and Cobden. The activities begin at 9:30 p.m. tonight, Aug. 25, at ...