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There are 11 messages in this issue.
Topics in this digest:
1. 16th Annual Los Angeles Black Business Expo & Trade Show
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
2. MAMADY KEITA WORKSHOPS AND PERFORMANCE, SANTA CRUZ: OCT. 2&3
From: "Doug Kane" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
3. RHYTHM CONNECTION: September Drum & Dance in San Diego
From: Pamela K Greer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
4. Fore-Fote Back to School News - September 2004
From: "Fore-Fote" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
5. RHYTHMS OF LA - FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
From: "pmaxwellflorez" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
6. Guinea Master Dance Classes, Dance Collective, Leimert Park: 3 WEDs Sept 8,15
& 22, 2004
From: Nzingha Camara <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
7. Upcoming Events at Bang a Drum
From: "bangadrum_com" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
8. Afrodicia Palylist
From: Nnamdi Moweta <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
9. Yamoussa Soumah in Pasadena/Altadena
From: "JANIECE E BOULDIN BLUNT" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
10. DPECIAL NOTICE: Afrodicia, 90.7 FM, will be pre-empted on SAT Sept 11, 2004
From: Nnamdi Moweta <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
11. AfroPulse September Newsletter
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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Message: 1
Date: Wed, 1 Sep 2004 10:19:48 -0700 (GMT-07:00)
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: 16th Annual Los Angeles Black Business Expo & Trade Show
16th Annual Los Angeles Black Business Expo & Trade Show
The Africa/USA International Chamber of Commerce & Industry is conducting the
Africa-USA Trade Conference and Africa Trade Pavilion, September 10-12, 2004 in
partnership with the Los Angeles Black Business Expo and Trade Show at the Los Angeles
Convention Center.
The Africa Trade Pavilion brings the products of Africa to the heart of Los Angeles.
This year we feature exhibits from Ethiopia, Ghana, South Africa, Tanzania and Uganda.
Business owners, trade representatives and government leaders will have access to the
exhibitors in the Africa Trade Pavilion and the 400+exhibitors and sponsors in the Los
Angeles Black Business Expo at large.
Concurrently, the Africa-USA Trade Conference will offer panel discussions and
networking sessions for the full and unfettered exchange of information on trade and
investment opportunities throughout the African continent. Special guest is the His
Excellence Prof. Gilbert Bukenya, Vice President of the Republic of Uganda. The Vice
President and his delegation will be available to meet with business owners and
investors during his four-day trade visit in Los Angeles, California. In addition
there is the opportunity to meet members of trade delegations from Ethiopia, Ghana,
Tazania and South Africa.
A press conference for Vice President and the trade delegates from Ethiopia, Ghana,
Tanzania, Uganda and South Africa will be held on Friday, September 10th at 2:00pm in
Room 309, 2nd Level, Tom Bradley Hall, Los Angeles Convention Center, Pico & Figueroa
Street.
Admission to the conference is FREE!. Admission to the Los Angeles Black Business Expo
& Trade Show is just $5.00. For more info please call 213-627-0660.
Thank you,
Abbey K. Walusimbi
President
United African Federation
3700 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 745
Los Angeles, California 90010 USA
Tel: 213-487-3255
Fax: 213-351-0065
E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
www.africanfederation.org
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Message: 2
Date: Tue, 24 Aug 2004 17:49:28 +0000
From: "Doug Kane" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: MAMADY KEITA WORKSHOPS AND PERFORMANCE, SANTA CRUZ: OCT. 2&3
TAM TAM MANDINGUE SANTA CRUZ is pleased to announce a very special weekend,
commemorating the 10th Anniversary of Mamady Keita's first visit to Santa Cruz and
Guinean Music and Dance in our community.
WORKSHOPS
Mamady Keita will present two days of djembe and dunun workshops in Santa
Cruz on October 2 and 3
Saturday, October 2:
11:00 -12:30 Beginning Djembe
1:00 -2:30 Intermediate Djembe
4:00 - 5:30 Dunun
Sunday, October 3
11:00 - 12:30 Beginning Dembe
1:00 - 2:30 Intermediate Djembe
4:00 - 6:30 Intermediate/Advance Dembe - Solo Technique
All classes $20 except Intermediate Djembe - Solo Technique ($35)
PERFORMANCE!!!!!!!
On Saturday, October 2, at 8:00 p.m. TTM Santa Cruz presents a special 10th
Anniversary Celebration Concert, featuring:
MAMADY KEITA!!!!!
LES MERVEILLES D'AFRIQUE with KEMOKO SANO!!!!
PANTHER PERCUSSION! (with Special Guests)
Tickets $14 adv/$16 at the show. Advanced tickets available beginning
August 28 at Rhythm Fusion (1541 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz) .
All workshops and performance at the Veterans Memorial Hall at 846 Front
Street, Santa Cruz, CA
Pre-registration and other information is available from Tam Tam Mandingue
Santa Cruz at (831) 336-8171 or [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit
www.baymoon.com/~djembe
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Message: 3
Date: Wed, 01 Sep 2004 17:54:58 +0000
From: Pamela K Greer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: RHYTHM CONNECTION: September Drum & Dance in San Diego
RHYTHM CONNECTION
September 2004
Your connection to rhythm, drum, and dance events in
San Diego and beyond.
There is a lot of detailed info in this month's issue--so please take a few moments to
read through the whole newsletter so you don't miss anything important! Some
highlights: TTM Drum classes will take a 2-week hiatus and resume Sept 21st with
world-renowned drummer Mamady Keita! Sept. 10th is the pre-registration deadline.
Those who are interested in taking any of Mamady's classes please read the detailed
info below on his schedule, how to register, and important parking info.
As for other news/special events, a wonderful guest artist, Yamoussa Souma, longtime
dancer/acrobat from the national ballet of Guinea will teach a dance class on Sunday,
Sept. 12th in Encinitas. And we have great dance teacher, Sekou Soumah, relocating to
SD to be an artist-in-residence for 6 weeks beginning Sept. 22nd. Paulo Mattioli,
longtime drummer drum circle facilitator is moving back back home to San Diego soon,
and he just released a fun new world-music cd--order info below (in the "Beyond San
Diego" section. For detailed info on all of these things just read on . . .
*SPECIAL EVENTS
-African Dance with Master Dancer Yamoussa Souma
*THE DRUMMING SCENE
-Mamady Keita Fall Class Schedule begins Sept. 21st
-New Afro-Cuban Drum Classes
*THE DANCING SCENE
-New Class taught by Sekou Soumah begins Sept. 22nd
-Several dance classes are on hiatus and/or have changed schedules!
-Ongoing Weekly Classes
*OTHER LOCAL CLASSES/EVENTS/VENUES
-Updated listings on drum circles and other rhythm & movement events.
-Local Drum/Dance Venues: San Diego Center for the Moving Arts;
World Beat Center, Mind Body Soul
*BEYOND SAN DIEGO
-Info & Links to other happenings, events, and resources. Drum/dance camps in
Africa, Jamaica, etc.
*DRUMS FOR SALE
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SPECIAL EVENTS
*African Dance with Yamoussa Souma in Encinitas
Sunday, Sept. 12th, 1:00 pm - 2.30 pm
Magdalena Ecke YMCA � 200 Saxony Road. (1 block east of I-5 at Encinitas
Blvd.) $15.00 ($5 for YMCA members). Yamoussa, from Guinea, West Africa,
joined the Ballet National Djoliba in 1964 and was sent to China for nine months
training in acrobatics. For the next 20 years he was a lead dancer in the ballet,
then became the lead male dancer with Les Ballets Africains in 1986. He currently
resides, dances, and teaches in Atlanta, Georgia.
THE DRUMMING SCENE
*TTM Drum Classes: Mamady Keita Fall Schedule
We are so excited that world-renowned drummer Mamady Keita will be living and teaching
in San Diego this fall. We have created a schedule to maximize his time here and to
try and accommodate all levels of classes. If you have any question about which level
you should take, please call us. Mamady will be teaching classes Tues & Weds nights
(downtown), & Thurs nights (North County/Encinitas). Following is registration & class
schedule information.
Pre-Registration Deadline: September 10th
If you are planning to attend the Weds. dunun class, or the Thursday Advanced/
Professional class, you must pre-register and pay by Sept. 10th. If you want to get
the pre-reg. discount of $25 for all other classes, you must pre-register and pay by
this date. All classes require payment and commitment to the full 10-week or 4- week
class series'. Mamady's classes are progressive and drop-ins are not allowed.
TUESDAYS, Downtown San Diego: Sept. 21 - Nov. 30 (no class Nov. 23rd)
10-week series, LOCATION: Eveoke Dance Theatre, 644 7th Ave.
(Important: see notes about parking below!)
*Beginner Level I: 6:45 - 8:15 pm; This is a beginning class open to anyone.
Focus will be on technique (learning the 3 sounds: Bass, Tone, Slap) and simple
rhythms, for people who have 0-2 years experience.
$150 pre-reg (by Sept. 10th); or $175 at first class.
*Intermediate: 8:15 - 9:45 pm; Focus will be on more difficult rhythms, breaks,
and some solo techniques, for drummers who have 3-5 years experience.
$150 pre-reg (by Sept. 10th); or $175 at first class.
WEDNESDAYS: Dunun Class: 8:15 - 9:45 pm; Sept. 22, 29 & Oct 6, 13;
4-week series: LOCATION: Eveoke Dance Theatre, 644 7th Ave., downtown.
Learn to play all 3 dununs: Sangban, Kenkeni, Dununba, the bass drums that are the
foundation of the rhythms. This class is designed for the Beg. II - Adv. levels.
Drums are provided and space is limited. ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Deadline
Friday, Sept. 10th; Cost: $75 for the series.
THURSDAYS, Encinitas/North County SD
LOCATION: Well Within Studio, 555 2nd Street in Encinitas.
*Beginner Level II: 6:30 - 8 pm; Sept. 23 - Dec 2 (no class Nov 25); 10-week series
This class is for students who have been studying/playing for 1 - 3 years & can play
the 3 basic sounds (Bass, Tone, Slap). The rhythms will be more complicated patterns
than Beg. I level so this class is really not appropriate for beginners with less than
a year of experience/study of the djembe. Advance Registration Cost (deadline Friday,
Sept. 10th): $150 for the 10-week series; Regular Cost (paid at first class): $175
*Advanced/Professional: 8 - 10:30 pm; Sept. 23, 30, Oct 7, 14; 4-week series (no
drop-ins) This class is for djembe teachers, professional drummers and students who
have studied with an accredited professor for more than 5 years, who are proficient in
both binary and ternary rhythms, who can play all breaks, who have solid time and can
solo. ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Deadline Friday, Sept. 10th Cost: Only $100 for
the 4-week series (10 hours of intense advanced study with Mamady!) Note: this class
may extend for additional weeks if there is enough interest.
REGISTRATION INFO
Advance registration checks can be mailed to Tam Tam Mandingue, P. O. Box 83164, San
Diego, CA 92138--please be sure and indicate which class(es) you are registering for.
Drum rental: $20.00 for any series and must be reserved in advance.
For more information please call 619/294-9550. Mamady will also be on tour in the U.S.
for the first few weeks of September, and then teaching workshops throughout the U.S.
on weekends during Sept - Dec. For Mamady's tour and workshop schedule, or to purchase
any of Mamady's products (book, cds, instructional videos or DVDs, performance videos)
please visit our website: www.ttmusa.org. For information on Mamady's San Diego
schedule email [EMAIL PROTECTED]
PARKING INFO:
Parking at Eveoke can be challenging as there is literally no free parking anywhere
downtown. Please note: the first two weeks Mamady's downtown classes are on the same
days as Padres games!!! When faced with a choice of cutting our schedule to 8 weeks
with Mamady, or braving the parking situation--we felt that people would want the
extra two weeks. So for classes on Sept. 21, 22, 28, & 29 be sure and leave early and
bring extra money for parking: in the lots it will cost $10 - $15--so carpooling is
recommended. Other options: take the Trolly, or park in Horton Plaza a few blocks
away. Yellow loading zones are free after 6 pm!
On non-game nights there is an underground lot next to Eveoke that only charges $1 per
hour, and lot across the street that costs $4 for the evening.
*Egyptian Drumming: on hiatus
Class is on hiatus right now--contact Frank Lazzaro for more info on this class,
bellydancing events, and Damaru world music schedule: www.frankdrums.com.
*Afro-Cuban Drum Classes: Tuesdays in September
6:30 - 7:30 @ the World Beat Center; Taught by Master Artist Juan Carlos Blanco, $10
per class; Info: 619/516-3366 or www.omoache.org.
THE DANCING SCENE
WEEKLY DANCE CLASSES
Note: I try to keep this information up to date, but don't always know
if a class has been canceled or moved to another time. If you have any
questions and haven't attended that class in a while then please call the info
number listed for each class. Dance teachers: if you have any changes in
your classes please let me know no later than the 20th of the month prior
in order for that info to be listed correctly in RC.
*Tuesdays/Saturdays: World Beat Center
Taught by Adama Diop from Senegal: visit www.worldbeatcenter.org or call
619/230-1190 for times/cost & updated info.
*Tuesdays/Thursdays: Free Afro-Cuban Dance Classes for Kids
Please visit www.omoache.org for an update on these classes.
*NEW CLASS: Wednesdays, Sept. 22 - Oct 27th:
African Dance with Sekou Soumah
Guest teacher from Portland, Or., Sekou has apprenticed with Alseny Soumah and
Moustapha Bangoura. 6:45 - 8:15 pm, at Eveoke Dance Theatre, 644 7th Ave. (Important:
see notes about parking above under Mamady Keita class schedule!) $12 per class. For
more info visit www.ttmusa.org, or email [EMAIL PROTECTED]
*Wednesdays, 7:30 - 8:45 pm: Encinitas YMCA
Taught by Christina Jones. Coming Together in Community is the theme of
Christina's dance classes which feature a unique mixture of African/Afro-
Cuban dance moves along with aerobics, fitness, and stretching for all levels.
Magdalena Ecke YMCA � 200 Saxony Road. (1 block east of I-5 at Encinitas
Blvd.) $10.00 covers cost of class plus use of YMCA facility. 858/792-6074.
*Saturdays, Teye Sa Thiosanne: On Hiatus
Aminisha and company are taking break. Call or email her for updated info, or
check next month's RC. 619/262-5392 or email [EMAIL PROTECTED]
*Saturdays, 11:45 am � 1:00 pm: Encinitas YMCA
Taught by Christina Jones. Coming Together in Community is the theme of
Christina's dance classes which feature a unique mixture of African/Afro-Cuban
dance moves along with aerobics, fitness, and stretching for all levels. LIVE
DRUMMING! $10.00 per class (includes day pass to the YMCA) or free to YMCA
members. Magdalena Ecke YMCA � 200 Saxony Road (1 block east of I-5 at Encinitas
Blvd.) 858/792-6074 for info.
*Saturdays: Afro-Cuban Dance with Juan Carlos Blanco: On hiatus
Classes will resume Saturday, Sept. 25th and there will be one mixed-level class from
5 - 6:30 pm; $12 per class. Celebrating the African roots of Cuban culture, this class
covers the Yoruba (Nigeria), Arara (Dahome) & Congo (Bantu) traditions that have been
preserved in Cuba over centuries. Teacher Juan Carlos Blanco is a Master Folkloric
Artist from Havana Cuba. Location: Stage 7 School of Dance, 3980 30th Street, North
Park. For info visit www.omoache.org, email
[EMAIL PROTECTED], or call 619/516-3366.
*Sundays: Afro-Cuban Modern Dance with Silfred La O Vigo
Visit: www.omoache.org for an update on this class.
*Sundays, African Dance with Hakeema & Makida, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
World Beat Center, 2100 Park Blvd. The class is for all levels, men and women,
Styles from Guinea, Senegal, and Mali. The cost is $10 per class, or $40 per
month. For info visit www.worldbeatcenter.org.
OTHER LOCAL CLASSES/EVENTS/VENUES
DRUM CIRCLES & DRUM/DANCE EVENTS
*Women�s Monthly Drum Circle: First Saturday of the Month
First Saturday of every month, 7 - 9 pm at the Masonic Lodge Building in Hillcrest
(corner of Front & University), $5 donation. CONTACT: Vicki @ 619/563-4771 or [EMAIL
PROTECTED] Elisa will be holding her DRUM class one hour prior to the circle
(5:30-6:30), cost $8. Elisa teaches technique and history of the rhythms. Drums are
available to borrow or purchase. Elisa 619/417-6272.
*San Dieguito Park Drum Circle: Solana Beach: First Saturday of the Month
Begins noonish - 5 pm (or until the park rangers shut it down!). Potluck and free-form
drum and dance circle playing a mix of African, Middle Eastern, Latin, etc. Drum
circle is at the lower park entrance, parking is $2. San Dieguito Park is in Solana
Beach off Lomas Santa Fe exit. For directions or more info email [EMAIL PROTECTED]
*Encinitas Community Drum Circle: Second Tuesday of the Month
Formerly at the 101 Artists' Colony in Encinitas, this circle has relocated to the
Encinitas Community Center (1140 Oakcrest Park Drive, Rm. 120) the second Tuesday of
each month at 7 pm. Extra instruments provided. Children and donations ($3.00)
welcome. Facilitated by Frank Lazzaro or Steve Tomae. Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] for
more info.
STUDIOS/VENUES FOR DANCE & DRUM
*Mind Body Soul Dance Studio
Offers an eclectic schedule of dance classes including African, bellydance,
salsa, swing, and more. This space is available to rent at reasonable rates for
rehearsals and events. Located downtown, 2971 India Street, call: 619/298-9040.
*San Diego Center for the Moving Arts
Dance Jam continues in a great new space. For information and class/event calendar:
www.movingarts.net, email: [EMAIL PROTECTED], or call 619/298-2687.
*WorldBeat Cultural Center
2100 Park Blvd.--downtown SD near Balboa Park; There are a number of
drum & dance classes offered weekly. For information: www.WorldBeatCenter.org,
email: [EMAIL PROTECTED], or call 619/230-1190.
BEYOND SAN DIEGO
OTHER DRUM/DANCE HAPPENINGS & RESOURCES
*RHYTHM RANCH/PAULO MATTIOLI
Regular and special drumming/dancing events, workshops, and retreats. For a schedule
of upcoming events check out: www.rhythmjourney.com. Paulo's new CD, Around the World
in Rhythm,can be ordered via the website, or by calling toll free: 1-800-SEE-DRUM
(733-3786). This is a great world music cd featuring African, Afro-Cuban, Latin jazz
and more and a host of guest artists. Regular price is $14.95, but it's on sale for a
limited time for only $10!
*JAMAICA JAM DRUM & DANCE CAMP: FEB. 2005
Hosted by Paulo and friends: for info visit: http://www.gaiatours.com or call Paulo at
the above #.
*ABDOULAYE CAMARA
Info on Abdoulaye's tour, camps, etc.: www.allatantoudance.se.
Guinee Fare cds available online from www.cdbaby.com. West African Dance
video and cds are at www.johnsmusic.com and www.westmusic.com or through Nikola Clay.
Abdoulaye's video has just been released on DVD! To purchase visit the above websites
or email Nikola: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
*MAMADY KEITA/TAM TAM MANDINGUE USA
Info on Mamady's tours, camps, TTM schools/classes, instructional videos, books, &
cds: www.ttmusa.org. NEW INSTRUCTIONAL DVDS AVAILABLE IN SEPT!
*YOUSSOUF KOUMBASSA
Info on Youssouf's tour schedule, videos, cds, African dance camp
www.westafricandance.com.
*AFRICANBEAT LIST
For other up-to-date bulletins on Southern California dance/drum
happenings, subscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
*AFRICAN MUSIC DIGEST
A nationwide email list offering info on drum/dance camps and other
drum/dance events around the USA. Send a blank email to
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
DRUMS FOR SALE
*Djembes & Dunun Sets from Africa. Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
*Egyptian dumbek drums for sale, new, some with inlaid designs,
$100-150. Visit www.frankdrums.com or email [EMAIL PROTECTED]
IMPORTANT RHYTHM CONNECTION INFO
My highest choice is to only send RC to those who want to receive it.
IF YOU WISH TO BE REMOVED FROM THE LIST PLEASE
LET ME KNOW! This is a volunteer effort and all who are on the list have
either attended our sponsored classes, or requested to be on the
list. But if you've changed your mind--no worries!
DEADLINES FOR RC LISTINGS: the 20th of the month prior.
There is so much info these days it takes a while to sort through, organize, and
edit (all listings are edited for size & style--and these are basic calendar listings
with date/time/cost/location/teacher, etc.--due to space and the growing length of the
newsletter I can't include a lot of extra copy and lengthy descriptions for events--
just the facts!). This is a one-person volunteer endeavor--I will do my best to list
any live drumming/rhythm related events, but preference and priority is always given
to West African events and specifically the music of Guinea and the Mandingue. Please
send detailed info in text format only--no attachments. If I have to track down info
then I'm less likely to list the event. I am also unable to send out special
announcements for specific events in between issues. If you want something listed then
it must be in by the deadline!
Happy drumming & dancing!
pg
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Message: 4
Date: Wed, 01 Sep 2004 17:47:15 +0000
From: "Fore-Fote" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Fore-Fote Back to School News - September 2004
Fore-Fote Back to School News - September 2004
Greetings to all of you. Just back from a wonderful Drum Camp in Southern
Oregon. Thanks to Kalani and all the participants who made this years camp so amazing
and inspiring. See you again next year!! Well, it's September and
back-to-school time for the Fore-Fote and Denbaya Schools of Drum and Dance.
All new classes are beginning in Southern California and Southern Oregon and the 2005
Guinea Workhop is right around the corner. Dibo and I and the rest of Fore-Fote look
forward to working with you this fall to make all of your
drumming and dancing "Perfect in every Way!"
- Lamine Dibo Camara Special Labor Day Drum Workhops in Ashland, OR!
- Fore-Fote School of Drum and Dance Los Angeles: New Classes with Dibo in Long Beach
and Ventura begin September 13th!
- Denbaya School of Drum and Dance in Ashland, OR begins it's Fall Session with
Fore-Fote member Ryan M. Camara on September 20th!
- Guinea Workshop 2005: January 10 - 28th - Start planning now!
- Lamine Dibo Camara Special Labor Day Drum Workhops in Ashland, OR!
Master Drummer and Fore-Fote founder M. Lamine Dibo Camara will make a special last
minute Labor Day appearance in Ashland, OR this coming Monday, September 6th. The all
levels Drum workhop will be held from 7:30 - 9:00pm at the Ashland Community Center.
Get details on calendar page at
http://www.fore-fote.com/Framesets/calendar_set.html
- Fore-Fote School of Drum and Dance Los Angeles: New Classes with Dibo in Long Beach
and Ventura begin September 13th!
M. Lamine Dibo Camara will conduct four classes per week in Southern California this
fall. Don't miss your opportunity to study the traditonal music, dance and culture of
Guinea with Dibo with all new classes available for beginning through advance students
Schedule:
Mondays, September 13 - October 18th at the El Dorado Nature Center in Long
Beach, CA
Beginning (Level I) 7:00 - 8:30pm
Int./Adv (Level II) 8:45 -10:15pm
Tuesdays, September 14 - October 19th at Illuminatrix Studio in Ventura, CA
Beginning (Level I) 6:00 - 7:30pm
Int./Adv (Level II) 7:30 -9:00pm
Get all the sign-up info online at
http://www.fore-fote.com/Framesets/calendar_set.html
- Denbaya School of Drum and Dance in Ashland, OR begins it's Fall Session with
Fore-Fote member Ryan M. Camara on September 20th!
The newly formed non-profit organization, Denbaya, Inc. in Southern Oregon
presents Fore-Fote member Ryan M. Camara and his all new session of djembe and dundun
classes for beginning through advanced students. Come experience the traditional music
of Guinea with three levels of classes per week.
Schedule:
Mondays, September 20 - October 25 at the Ashland Community Center
Level I: 7:30 - 9:00pm
Level II and III: 4:30 - 6:00pm (call or e-mail for details)
Get all the info on Southern Oregon Drum and Dance events including Rachels
ongoing dance classes at: http://www.fore-fote.com/northwest and on the new Denbaya
website at http://www.denbaya.org
- Guinea Workshop 2005: January 10 - 28th - Start planning now!
Fore-Fote is proud to announce dates for Guinea Workshop 2005. Celebrating our 15th
year, the annual workshop affords an educational and cultural experience unlike any
other. Six hours of drum and dance per day, expert teachers, great food, amazing
people and the beautiful tropical island of Roume! The website is now updated with new
pictures and online registration. See you on the island!!
http://www.fore-fote.com/Framesets/guinea_set.html
Thanks all and look forward to seeing you in classes soon. October has lot's new
events and performances so stay tuned. (This e-mail goes out to everyone world wide,
If you signed up for location specific e-mails in your region the
newsletter will be out shortly) Welcome Back to school!
Inuwali
CFF!
http://www.fore-fote.com
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Message: 5
Date: Thu, 02 Sep 2004 16:30:44 -0000
From: "pmaxwellflorez" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: RHYTHMS OF LA - FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
You ar cordially invited to enjoy a fabulous evening of live music and danc=e at the
Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County on Friday, September 10,
from 7:30 pm to 12 midnight. More information included below.
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Rhythms of L.A.
Dance with dinosaurs, mambo with mammals and experience the ground-
breaking exhibit L.A: light/motion/dreams
What: After museum hours, dance the night away in the beautiful grand foyer
and adjoining mammal halls of the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
County. The Rhythms of L.A. is a participatory evening of live music and
dance that represents L.A.'s rhythmic history and diversity. Featuring Los
Angeles' own music and dance styles from Samba, Salsa and Tap, to Moroccan, Funk,
Jazz, Techno and Electronica, Hip-Hop, New Orleans R&B and Tango. The evening also
features a very special tribute to L.A. jazz legend Buddy Collette.
The Rhythms of L.A. is the continued celebration of the Natural History
Museum of Los Angeles County's live performance series inspired by the
groundbreaking new exhibition L.A: light / motion / dreams which will remai=n open to
guests throughout the evening.
Who: Some of L.A.'s finest guest musicians, singers and dancers join in on =the
night's festivities.
Dance�Samba, Salsa, Tap, Funk, Jazz, Techno & Electronica, Hip-Hop, New
Orleans R&B & Tango
< Brazilian superstar Maestro Boneco's Capoeira Brasil
< Frit and Frat Fuller (KIN Dance Co.)
< Hip-Hop stylings of former Laker girl Eleni Calevas' group Da Bling Bli=ng Thangs
< The sultry tango dancing of Moti Buchboot of Organic Tango
< L.A.'s hottest young tap dancer, Chance Taylor, as well as other surpri=se guest
artists (TBA).
< Free Salsa dance lessons kick off the night at 7:30 p.m.
Music�Fusion of live musicians and techno
< Jubilent Voices Gospel Trio
< The Men of the Big Bamboo�house band that features current and former
members of the Tonight Show, Rod Stewart, Bonnie Raitt, Stevie Wonder and
Miles Davis groups
< Omar Torrez (internationally known for his music in Flamenco, Salsa, an=d Soul)
< Brazilian songstress Fl�via de Mellow
< DJ's and Middle Eastern drummers Alex Spurkel, Avi Sills, and Giesan
Varne spinning and performing original World Music Grooves from their
newest album Naked Rhythm
< Special appearance by Buddy Collette and a musical tribute to the Stars= of Swing.
Producer: Mr. B (Barrence Baytos)�an L.A.-based, internationally known
choreographer, composer and musician who formed the house band, The
Men of the Big Bamboo.
When: Friday, September 10, from 7:30 p.m. to midnight. The exhibition L.A:=
light / motion / dreams will remain open throughout the evening.
Where: Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County's North American and
African Mammal Halls, and the Grand Foyer, 900 Exposition Blvd., Los
Angeles, California, 90007
Cost: General admission $15, Museum members $12, and $10 Students (with
ID). Tickets are available online at www.ticketweb.com <http://
www.ticketweb.com/> or by phone at (866) 468-3399. For additional
information call 213-763-DINO or visit www.nhm.org <http://www.nhm.org/>.
Cash bar provided by Wolfgang Puck Catering & Events.
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Message: 6
Date: Fri, 03 Sep 2004 01:04:22 +0000
From: Nzingha Camara <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Guinea Master Dance Classes, Dance Collective, Leimert Park: 3 WEDs Sept 8,15
& 22, 2004
GUINEA
AFRICAN DANCE
WORKSHOPS
September 8, 15 and 22
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
$12.00 Adults $6.00 Children
Featuring Guest Instructors -
Master Dancer Oscar Camara
Master Dancer Yamoussa Soumah
Master Drummer Lamine "Dibo" Camara
The Dance Collective
4327 Degnan Bl. - Leimert Park
Los Angeles , Ca. 90008
For info please contact 323-298-0825/323-936-9547/[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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Message: 7
Date: Wed, 08 Sep 2004 01:34:56 -0000
From: "bangadrum_com" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Upcoming Events at Bang a Drum
Hi Everyone,
September is jam packed with great events and classes at Bang a
Drum. I have also listed a couple of cultural/rhythmic events in the
community that are not to be missed! Come join in the fun:
DRUM WORKOUT - NEXT LEVEL DRUMMING
with drumming coach, Kalani
Thursdays 7:30pm-9:00pm (Sept 2 - 30)
Series of 5 classes - $100
This class is deigned to take you to your next level as a drummer.
Are you totally happy with how you are playing right now? Are you
completely happy with the sound you are making on the instrument?
Are you playing as fast as you want and the kinds of rhythms you
would like to play? Are you happy with your speed, your ability to
stay relaxed, and your soloing? Do you find that you are playing
the same rhythms over and over again? If your answer is no to any
or all these questions, then this class is for you.
Think of this as a series of conditioning workouts for drummers.
Your coach for 5 sessions is professional percussionist and
educator, Kalani. Kalani will be coaching you in several areas:
Physical Flow - learning the best posture, hand, arm, and whole body
positioning and alignment for playing; Physical Abilities - How to
achieve maximum impact, power, tonal accuracy and speed while
remaining relaxed - so you can play longer and stronger; Musical
Abilities - exercises and concepts for relating to different
rhythms, the math of rhythm, phrasing, subdivisions and
polyrhythms. Class size is limited so that each student will
receive individual attention.
Kalani is an outstanding teacher. He is author of many
instructional drumming books and videos. His chops and form as a
player are excellent. You could not ask for a better coach. This
class applies to all levels of players. It does not matter where
you are in your playing or what drum you play. If you want to
achieve your full potential as a drummer, come join in the workout!
Class will be taught mostly from a conga/djembe center.
Call (323) 936-3274 to register or for more information. Drums
provided.
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DECODING DRUMMING: A Percussive Skills and Theory Class
with Jim Santi Owen
Sunday, September 12, 6pm-8pm
Cost: $20
This body-based rhythm class is aimed at providing participants with
a deeper understanding of the anatomy of rhythm. Drawing on a broad
source of musical traditions, we will use vocal and body percussion
as well as hand drumming to gain an experiential understanding of
rhythmic concepts underlying a diverse cross-section of music. This
class is accessible to the absolute beginner and at the same time
challenging to the seasoned professional percussionist. Come feed
your mind, body, and soul with complex, body-based funk.
Percussionist, teacher, and performer JIM SANTI OWEN has studied
tabla and many other South Indian percussion instruments and
traditions in India, at the Ali Akbar College of Music, and at the
California Institute of the Arts with such masters as Pandit Swapan
Chaudhuri, Subash Chandran, and K.Sekar. Owen also trained in Jazz
and African drumming and dance at Cal Arts. He is currently
completing a Master's degree in World Music from California
Institute of the Arts in Valencia, CA.
Jim has performed with internationally renowned artists including:
Pharoah Sanders, Hamza el Din, Stanley Jordan, Steve Smith, Terry
Riley, Yair Dalal, Bikram Ghosh, Ganesh Kumar, Jai Uttal, Alessandra
Belloni, Omar Sosa and Steve Gorn. He has appeared on numerous
recordings in America and has recorded in India with ghatam maestro
T.H. Vikku Vinayakram and kanjira wizard Selva Ganesh.
Trained and certified in an approach to children's music education
known as Orff-Schulwerk, Owen has taught music to children in
schools throughout the Bay Area. He has been a guest clinician at
the American Orff Schulwerk Association's national conference and
the Northern California Orff Schulwerk Association's mini-
conference. He was the director of a K-8 music program at the
Creative Arts Charter School in San Francisco and a guest instructor
with the Experimental Performance Institute of New College of
California. Owen co-directs the Indian percussion ensemble Tabla
Rasa.
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RHYTHM JOURNEY & CD Signing
with Paulo Mattioli
September 20, 7pm-9pm
Cost $20
According to research, drum circle dynamics helps boost the immune
system and fight off cancer cells. Dance and rhythm is accessible to
all. Everything moves in rhythms: our bodies, all our relations, the
entire Universe. The Rhythm Journey celebrates each individual?s
uniqueness and creativity in an unconditional way. No wrong beats or
specific steps, its about the feeling, not the looks. Join the
circle, drum, have fun, dance your heart out, and let your soul sing!
Rhythm Journey is:
*A Powerful Working Metaphor for Community & Team building
* Multicultural Communities Coming Together in Unity and Celebration
* Individuals Realizing Their Highest Potential
PAULO MATTIOLI is a world-renowned multi-percussionist, educator and
instrument designer. He has performed with many major artists such
as Kenny Loggins, Sting, Lenny Kravitz, Mickey Hart, and Babatunde
Olatunji. He has also studied and recorded with the world?s top
African drummers. Paulo has a special ability to inspire and empower
others via the drum. He is passionate about his work, radiating joy,
patience and willingness while graciously sharing the Spirit of
Rhythm and community teambuilding. Paulo tours nationwide and
internationally, facilitating corporate, college, and community drum
circles. He leads Rhythm Journey? drum events, master classes, and
clinics worldwide. He is a signature artist for Remo World
Percussion, and is designer of the Remo Paulo Mattioli Signature
Series Djembe and Djun Djun drums. Paulo?s instructional video
series, ?Hands on Drumming,? was rated number one by Drum! Magazine.
Paulo will also be previewing and signing his fabulous new CD at
this event.
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West African Drumming Class Series
With Fred Jones
Mondays 7:00pm-9:00pm
9 Week Series (Sept 13 - Nov 8)
Cost $125 for 8 classes & recital.
Limited to 12 Students
In this class you will learn traditional West African rhythms on the
Djembe and Dunun drums as taught by Mamady Keita of Guinea, West
Africa. The instructor, Fred Jones, has been playing for over 30
years. He is the Musical Director for Abalaye African Dance Ensemble
of Los Angeles and former Musical Director and dancer for Muntu
Dance Theatre of Chicago. He is a great teacher and is skilled at
getting a group of beginners playing quickly. This is a fun class.
Call (323) 936-3274 to register or for more information. Drums
provided.
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COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLE & POT-LUCK DINNER
2nd Saturday of the month, 7:30pm-9pm (Sept 11)
Facilitated by Kalani
Cost: FREE - Donation suggested for the facilitator.
Join us on the Second Saturday of every month for a Community Drum
Circle and Pot Luck Dinner. This is a chance to get together with
follow drummers in our community and have a great time jamming and
enjoying tasty food! Just bring a food item to share and be ready
to have fun. Kalani will facilitate so we are sure to have some
great grooves happening. This is a family friendly event! All ages
are welcome. See you there!
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BEAUTIFUL CALCULATIONS: An in-depth exploration of Indian rhythmic
idioms
With Jim Santi Owen
Sundays 6pm-8pm
Oct 3, 17, 24, Nov 7
Cost: $100 for the series
In South India, the highest compliment paid to a drummer is to
praise his or her mastery of the mathematical underpinnings of
Indian rhythm. This four-class series is designed to demystify the
rhythmic structures underlying North and South Indian drumming.
Using vocal percussion and hand drums we will explore common and
uncommon Indian rhythmic cycles, rhythmic modulation, and theories
of improvisation. Classes will be challenging but accessible. Space
is limited so early registration is recommended.
See Jim Owen's biography under the DECODING DRUMMING workshop.
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Bodhran (Irish Frame Drum) Class Series
with Paul Carr
Thursday Nights October 7-28
at Bang a Drum
7:00pm-8:30pm
$80 for the series
Bodhran player for the Dublin4, Paul Carr is an excellent drummer
and teacher. His goal in this series of classes is to take a group
of people with little or no experience playing bodhran and over the
course of one month get you ready to sit in on a session. He
accomplishes his goal every time with loads of fun along the way.
Learn jigs, reels, rim shots, and more. Call (323) 936-3274 to
register or for more information. Drums provided.
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Hope to see you at some of these events!
Sincerely,
Chris
Chris Reid
Bang a Drum
1255 S. La Brea Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90019 USA
www.bangadrum.com
Tel (800)495-1109, (323) 936-3274
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Message: 8
Date: Tue, 7 Sep 2004 15:46:16 -0700 (PDT)
From: Nnamdi Moweta <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Afrodicia Palylist
Intro-Water No Get Enemy-Rd Hot and Riot-MCA
Sandiya-Kamadia-Kelentigui Diabate-Contre Jour
Salif Keita-Here-Moffou-Decca
Rokia Traore-Mariama-Bowmboi-Warner
Excentric Sound Ssytem-Bring your Calabashe-West Nile Funk-Indieland Entertainment
Amanzeba-Wogbe-Demara-Nat Brew
Madilu System-Musee Ya Diamant-Le Tenant-KTC
Mangwana-Kale Catho-Catos de Esperanca-Sono
Meiway-Kkmou Prudencia-Golgotha--BMG
Luciano-Take a sip-Lessions of Life-Shanachie
Luciano-Lessons of Life-Lessions fo Life-Shanachie
JJC-Malemicita-Atide-Backbone
Chief Osita Stephen Osadede-Gwam Okwu-The Best of Chief Osita-Premier
Eugene de Coque-Ibu Ezi Oyi-Shokolo-Uju Records
Zap Mama-Miss Q-World Groove-Enhanced CD
Wyclef Jean interview with Nnamdi Moweta
Fela Kuti-Custom Check Point-Egypt 80-MCA
Gidi Gidi Maji Maji-Ting Badi Malo-Kenya-World Music Network
New music featured by Rokia Traore and Afrobeat Poet-Calabash by Ikwunga.
Fela Kuti day will be October 16, 2004, Leimert Park, Los Angeles, Ca
Come listen, come see, come buy at RADIO AFRODICIA, streaming 24/7
http://www.Afrodicia.com/playlist_frameset.htm
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Message: 9
Date: Mon, 06 Sep 2004 20:41:36 -0700
From: "JANIECE E BOULDIN BLUNT" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Yamoussa Soumah in Pasadena/Altadena
The first fall session of our Thursday night class (Sept. 9- Oct. 28, 2004) will be
kicked off by a guest instructor, Yamoussa Soumah of Guinea, West Africa.
Yamoussa is a veteran of Les Ballets Africain de Guinee and Ballet Djoliba. He has
been teaching workshops in Los Angeles, and this is an opportunity for those near
Altadena/Pasadena who don't like to commute!
Special Class is $15.00 per student
(Class is normally taught by the Blunt Family and friends, members of Abalaye African
Dance Ensemble and Balandugu Kan)
Regular classes are $10.00
Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m.
Loma Alta Park
3330 N. Lincoln Ave.
Altadena, CA 91001
626/794-8811 Park
626/798-2341 The Blunts
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Message: 10
Date: Wed, 8 Sep 2004 11:44:12 -0700 (PDT)
From: Nnamdi Moweta <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: DPECIAL NOTICE: Afrodicia, 90.7 FM, will be pre-empted on SAT Sept 11, 2004
Hello JP & the African Beat,
Afrodicia, 90.7 FM, will be pre-empted on Saturday September 11, 2004, but tune in to
a live 10a Internet broadcast. Listen live at www.afrodicia.com as Nnamdi brings you
new music and interviews.
Come listen, come see, come buy at RADIO AFRODICIA, streaming 24/7
http://www.Afrodicia.com/playlist_frameset.htm
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Message: 11
Date: Thu, 09 Sep 2004 06:28:21 +0000
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: AfroPulse September Newsletter
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Sep 8 2004 AfroPulse Concert News Volume 4 Issue 7
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Contents:
Hollywood Park Casino
Temple Bar
Jerri Jheto
Antibalas
"Nothing But the Truth"
Reader Survey
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Hollywood Park Casino
I have seen many bad shows at this location, and a few OK ones,
but in general I am always disappointed. Last month Meiway set
a new low for my expectations by delivering the worst event I
have ever seen. It's not his fault, but the fault of the greedy
promoters who charged $30 and didn't make proper arrangements.
Meiway took the stage at 1:30AM -- all by himself. He proceeded
to lip synch to his songs played by DJ Clement. Shameful. As
at every HPC event, there was no real stage and the audience
fought each other to catch a glimpse of him by pushing others
out of the way.
I hereby declare that I will never again list or mention any
show that takes place at the Hollywood Park Casino. Promoters,
beware. Book your events elsewhere.
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Temple Bar
On a separate issue, I will no longer be able to provide dates
for events at Temple Bar. They have "upgraded" their website
so that it is now only available in a Flash format. I have no
ability to read any of their website, so I will not be able to
provide any information about them. If you are from Temple Bar,
please do not try to send me email or any other matter on your
shows. If you cannot make a website that is readable by all,
I do not want to hear about your events. It is a shame because
the majority of the African events in Los Angeles now are hosted
at the Temple Bar.
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Jerri Jheto
One of LA's own local Nigerian bands comes out from the shadows
this month. Jerri has been here for quite a while, and has had
a couple albums produced while in Los Angeles. He doesn't play
live performances very often, though. In the past, the easiest
way to see him was to look for a bass player in the back of an
AfroBeat or jazz band. This month he has two gigs to showcase
his own brand of Highlife Reggae. It is an upbeat poppish sound
suffused with energy and celebration.
http://www.afropulse.com/music/concerts/2004-09-w2.html
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Antibalas
The strong AfroBeat sound of a 14-piece band is something to be
experienced in person rather than absorbed from a CD. Antibalas
is on a tour of America to spread the word of their latest CD,
"Who is this America?". The Conga Room's dance floor gives you
room to work out, but also lets you get arm's length away so you
can feel the rumble of their bass saxophones.
http://www.afropulse.com/music/concerts/2004-09-w5.html
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"Nothing But the Truth"
South African Playwright and Actor John Kani stars in his own
production at Mark Taper Forum from Sept 18 to Nov 7. This show
studies the complexities that arise when blacks returning from
abroad to post-apartheid Africa meet up with their countrymen
who stayed home and risked their lives to change the country.
He is a winner of a Tony Award for Best Actor. Discount tickets
are available through Oct 3 with information from our website.
http://www.afropulse.com/music/concerts/2004-09-recur.html
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Reader Survey
I try not to be too commercial with the website, mainly focusing
on bringing the concert calendar. To help pay for my internet
connection, I do run ads. I can get higher paying ads if the
readers answer anonymous survey questions to help advertisers
understand the type of audience that visits AfroPulse. I am
asking for just 200 readers to visit our online survey. It will
only take a couple minutes to answer the 12 questions, none of
the information will be traceable back to you individually, and
you may skip any of the questions that you don't want to answer.
This would help me greatly in offsetting some of the costs of
running this website. Some of you have answered the survey
before, but the advertisers like to have information that is
current so feel free to participate once again. Thanks for the
support!
http://www.afropulse.com/survey.html
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Things are getting quiet around town after the summer concert
surge. Relax and check out some of the local talent that LA is
blessed to host.
jay
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kick off your shoes and come dance to the beat of the African music and Drum & Dance
communities all around Southern California!
http://africanbeat.com
ON the RADIO:
> DJ Nnamdi's Afrodicia KPFK 90.7FM, Sat 2-4p, or listen online: Afrodicia.com.
> Big Red's GrooveTime KXLU 88.9FM, Sat 6-8p
> Simeon Pillich 's GlobalVillage KPFK 90.7FM, Tues 10a-1p
> Yatrika Shah-Rais's GlobalVillage KPFK 90.7FM, Wed 10a-1p
> John Schneider's GlobalVillage KPFK 90.7FM, Thurs 10a-1p
> Sergio Mielnichenko's GlobalVillage KPFK 90.7FM, Fri 10a-1p
> Eric Kohler's CaribbeanJazz KLON 88.1FM, Fri 11p-1am
> Chuck Foster's ReggaeCentral KPFK 90.7FM, Sun 3-6p
> Makeda's Reggae Makossa 91.1FM, SUN 8-10p
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