There are 12 messages in this issue.
Topics in this digest:
1. Express your inner Beauty and Revolutionary spirit
From: funkynoirtees
2. Congolese & Cameroonian Dance Classes
From: xuxachaves62
3. LA, CA: Special Concert by Master Drummer M'Bemba Bangoura
From: bangadrum_com
4. Lian Ensemble: Classical Persian Sufi Music, great percussion sectio
From: pourafar
5. Pan-African Dance Conference this week at Debbie Allen Dance Academy
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
6. WORLD CITY RETURNS FOR A FOURTH SEASON
From: Seldis, Mark
7. Brazilian Heart: October 2006
From: Katia Moraes
8. Grand Re-Opening for Eso Won Books Oct. 14
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
9. PULSE DRUMMING, Santa Barbara
From: Kimberly Brower
10. eNubia has arrrived - Buy, Sell or Auction anything in AFRICA
From: nas146
11. Drum Circle Finder Updates & Holiday Special - 5 Disks $25 Shipped
From: shannon
12. WRKSHOP: Balinese dance, mask making and shadow puppetry
From: dellarteinternational
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1. Express your inner Beauty and Revolutionary spirit
Posted by: "funkynoirtees" [EMAIL PROTECTED] funkynoirtees
Date: Sat Oct 7, 2006 2:24 pm (PDT)
Greetings,
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Thank you so much in advance!
Fatima Farasha
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2. Congolese & Cameroonian Dance Classes
Posted by: "xuxachaves62" [EMAIL PROTECTED] xuxachaves62
Date: Sat Oct 7, 2006 2:24 pm (PDT)
Congolese & Cameronnian Dance Classes with Noah Andzongo
Every Thursday @ 7:00 - 8:30pm
Lula Washington Dance Theatre
3773 S. Crenshaw Blvd.
Los Angeles 90016
Live percussion/ All Levels/ $12
Posted 9/25/06
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3. LA, CA: Special Concert by Master Drummer M'Bemba Bangoura
Posted by: "bangadrum_com" [EMAIL PROTECTED] bangadrum_com
Date: Sat Oct 7, 2006 2:26 pm (PDT)
Special In-Store Concert
by M'Bemba Bangoura
Master West African Drummer
at Bang a Drum (Los Angeles, CA)
Friday, Oct. 13 @ 8:00pm-9:30pm
Price: $15.00
Bang a Drum presents a special performance by master drummer,
M'Bemba Bangoura, from Guinea, West Africa. This show is a rare
event because audience members will be able to play with him--drums
will be provided for all.
About M'Bemba:
M'Bemba Bangoura is a master djembe drummer from Guinea, West
Africa. In 1974, at an early age, he was chosen by the president of
Guinea to be a part of the National Ballet of Guinea. He was a lead
percussionist with the National company of Guinea for 14 years. He
was also an original member of the famed group Percussion de Guinea.
M'Bemba has performed all over the United States and throughout the
world. He has four successful djembe music CD's and is now the
musical director of Les Ballets Bagata. He continues to perform
world-wide, preserving the cultural traditions of Guinea. Don't
miss this special event. Space is limited and tickets are selling
fast. Call (323) 936-3274 for tickets today.
About Bang A Drum:
Bang A Drum is LA's premiere world percussion store. The store
carries quality instruments from over 22 countries, hosts drumming
classes 5 days a week, has monthly community drum circles, &
sponsors events to expose the LA community to talented world
percussionists. 1255 S. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90019 (323)
936-3274 www.bangadrum.com
See you there!
Best,
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
Fax (815)301-6689
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4. Lian Ensemble: Classical Persian Sufi Music, great percussion sectio
Posted by: "pourafar" [EMAIL PROTECTED] pourafar
Date: Sat Oct 7, 2006 2:26 pm (PDT)
This concert celebrates the mystic voice of love and longing for
union with the divine through music. In Sufi terminology "love"
and "heart" can note something higher than "love" and "heart" of
conventional usage. Since the true beauty of the Sufi meaning of
these words can only be hinted at, poetry is one of the best mediums
for presenting a clarification of such expressions. In this concert
Persian mystical poets such as Rumi, Attar, and Nurbakhsh, shed
light on a better understanding of "love" and "heart" from the Sufi
point of view.
Concert of Classical Persian Sufi Music
LOVE & HEART
Lian Ensemble:
Pirayeh Pourafar, Tar
Soleyman Vaseghi, Vocals
Houman Pourmehdi, Tonbak, Daf, Ney, Percussion, vocals
Mahshid Mirzadeh, Santur
Mani Bolouri, Kamancheh, Ghaychak
Randy Gloss, Daf, Percussion
Andrew Grueschow, Percussion
Austin Wrinkle, Percussion
Venue: Wilshire Ebell Theatre
4401 west 8th street
Los Angeles, CA 90005
Time: 7:30 PM
Date: Sunday, Oct. 29, 2006
Info: (310) 477-8617
http://www.lianrecords.com
Tickets available at:
Music Box: (310) 473-3466
Q Market : (818) 758-9995
$100, $75, $60, $50, $40, $30, $25
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5. Pan-African Dance Conference this week at Debbie Allen Dance Academy
Posted by: "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" [EMAIL PROTECTED] african.beat
Date: Sat Oct 7, 2006 2:27 pm (PDT)
Pan-African dance conference this week, October 4-8th, 2006 at Debbie
Allen's Dance Academy in Culver City. Guest teachers include Titus Fotso, Naomi
Diouf, Nzingha Camara, Aziz Faye, Mareme Faye, Francis Awe, Mabiba Bagne, Annie
Mikeu, Noah Adzongo, Kobla Ladzepko, Olivier Tarpaga and more.
Visit link below for details.
http://www.debbieallendanceacademy.com/PDF/Africa%20Dance.pdf
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HPR
7097 Alvern Street #304 Los Angeles, California 90045
Tel (310) 645-4246 Fax (310) 943-1416 E-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]
http://www.heliopr.com/
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6. WORLD CITY RETURNS FOR A FOURTH SEASON
Posted by: "Seldis, Mark" [EMAIL PROTECTED] african.beat
Date: Sat Oct 7, 2006 2:28 pm (PDT)
WORLD CITY RETURNS FOR A FOURTH SEASON
MUSIC CENTER'S WORLD CITY RETURNS FOR A FOURTH SEASON
WITH PERFORMANCES THAT CELEBRATE L.A.'S DIVERSITY THROUGH THE ARTS
International artists join local artists in this free, global series that
offers an exploration into a variety of cultural traditions including
Pan-Caribbean, Chinese, Maori, Inuit, Irish and Chicano
(September 27, 2006) - The Music Center's World City is a performance
series featuring internationally renowned artists sharing their culture
through dance, music, song and storytelling. The events take place on
select Saturdays at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. and are free to the public.
Tickets are distributed starting at 10 a.m. on the day of the event and art
workshops are offered immediately following each performance.
Presented at the W.M. Keck Foundation Children's Amphitheatre at Walt
Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Avenue, Downtown Los Angeles, World City
kicked off on September 16 with the poignant puppet theatre play "The Pink
Dress" presented by Triumvirate Pi Theatre and the powerful rhythms of taiko
music by On Ensemble. The series continues on October 28 with Australian
storyteller and musician Paul Taylor and the Kahurangi Maori Dance Theatre.
Additional performers include David Gonzalez/¡Retumba!, Melody of
China/Hsiao Hsi Yuan Puppet Theater, Nukariik/Vinok Worldance, Máire
Clerkin, Gangbé Brass Band, Quetzal/Danza Floricanto USA and Halau 'O
Keikiali'i. Dates and specific information follows.
Many of the performers at World City are from an acclaimed roster of artists
who also participate in the Music Center's school programs. Each month a
particular culture is featured through the performances of one or more
companies. The post-event art workshops offer attendees a chance to
participate in the creative process with simple, hands-on art activities
focused on the cultural theme of that day.
"World City is a unique opportunity to experience the diverse cultures of
Los Angeles with some of the world's most acclaimed artists, from both the
international and local community," states Barbara Leonard, Artistic
Director for Education at the Music Center. "We welcome the entire
community to come join us in exploring and learning about the different
cultures that make up the amazing mosaic that is Los Angeles."
Support for World City provided by grants from the Weingart Foundation, the
Julie Stearns Dockweiler Foundation, the Los Angeles County Arts Commission,
The Kenneth T. & Eileen Norris Foundation, and the Peter and Merle Mullin
Endowment Fund.
For more information about World City, call 213-972-4396 or visit
musiccenter.org.
2006-07 WORLD CITY PERFORMERS
Saturday, October 28, 2006
Paul Taylor (Music/Storytelling, Australia)
Acclaimed performing artist and educator Paul "Walking Stick" Taylor helps
bridge cultures by sharing the stories and music of Aboriginal and European
Australia. Taylor delights in celebrating the culture of his homeland
through story, song and didjeridoo.
Kahurangi Maori Dance Theatre (Dance, New Zealand)
The Kahurangi Maori Dance Theatre preserves the vibrant legacy of the Maori
people and brings to life its heritage with vivid presentations of music and
dance.
Saturday, December 2, 2006
David Gonzalez (Storytelling, Puerto Rico & South America)
Renowned storyteller, musician and poet David Gonzalez brings his unique
blend of music and stories directly from sold-out runs in New York City.
¡Retumba! (Music & Dance, Pan-Caribbean)
A multi-ethnic, all-female music and dance ensemble, ¡Retumba! interweaves
traditional rhythms and beautiful ancient melodies with its very own unique
interpretations. It emphasizes the particular strengths and sensitivities
of diverse women working together in celebration, demonstrating the
similarities and links of their shared culture.
Saturday, January 6, 2007
Melody of China (Music, China)
Combining an ancient cultural tradition and the youthful, diverse culture of
America, Melody of China takes you on a fascinating trek through the music
and unique, traditional instruments of China while director Hong Wang
narrates.
Hsiao His Yuan Puppet Theater (Taiwan)
Specializing in a southern Chinese tradition of puppet theater known as
budai that has been practiced since the Ming dynasty, Hsiao Hsi Yuan Puppet
Theater uses ornate wooden glove puppets with stage movements and vocal
styles adopted from Peking Opera.
February 10, 2007
Nukariik (Inuit culture, Canada)
Nukariik enthusiastically preserves and shares Inuit culture and music
through a traditional and contemporary repertoire including throat singing,
drum dancing, ajaja songs and traditional Inuit games.
Vinok Worldance (Music & Dance, Canada)
A group of multi-talented dancers and musicians Vinok incorporates dance,
music and song to share the unique expressions of different cultural groups,
while weaving in common cultural threads. This program will feature
traditional dances and music highlighting French-Canadian and Celtic folk
culture from their native Canada.
Saturday, March 3, 2007
A Gaelic Gathering presented by Máire Clerkin (Music & Dance, Ireland)
Presented by Máire Clerkin, a certified teacher and adjudicator with the
Irish Dancing Commission, Dublin, and featuring Riverdance and Lord of the
Dance star Tara Barry and the All-Ireland and North American champion dance
team from the Claddagh School, A Gaelic Gathering offers everything from a
traditional 'Ceili" dance to a Reel step in a thrilling program of fleet
feet and timeless tunes.
Saturday, March 31, 2007
Gangbé Brass Band (Music, Africa)
>From the West African nation of Benin, Gangbé Brass Band combines the music
of military brass bands, ritual chants and rhythms and American jazz
melodies to produce an ecstatic contemporary sound. Their lively and playful
performances, which include horns, percussions and the bright colors of
their traditional garb, entice the listener to step onto the dance floor.
Saturday, May 5, 2007
Quetzal (Music, Mexico)
Based in Los Angeles, Quetzal is an eclectic group that combines a variety
of Latin influences (Mexican as well as Cuban, Spanish, and South American)
with rock, soul, jazz, and folk. Created to push the boundaries of Chicano
music, Quetzal incorporates traditional instruments like the jarana and
violin with percussion and guitar on songs sung in both English and Spanish.
Danza Floricanto/USA (Dance, Mexico)
>From an Aztec ritual to the vibrant fiestas of today's Jalisco, from the
Spanish-influenced tropics of Veracruz to the flirtatious and conflictive
realities of the Chicano experience, Danza Floricanto/USA presents the bold,
colorful panorama of its Mexican heritages as it interacts with its American
reality.
Saturday, June 2, 2007
Halau 'O Keikiali'i (Dance & Music, Hawaii)
Hawaiian dance and music are used to document and pass on, through the
generations, the culture's history. Halau 'O Keikiali'i utilizes rarely seen
implements with the ancient dance style kahiko to present a blending of
traditional and contemporary songs as testament of hula's sacred tradition.
Mark Seldis
Project Coordinator, Education
The Music Center
135 North Grand Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 972-3394 tel (213) 972-4308 fax
www.musiccenter.org/education
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7. Brazilian Heart: October 2006
Posted by: "Katia Moraes" [EMAIL PROTECTED] african.beat
Date: Sat Oct 7, 2006 2:29 pm (PDT)
Brazilian Heart
October 2006
Since 1998
"A dor é inevitável. O sofrimento é opcional."
Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional.
(Carlos Drummond de Andrade, Brazilian Poet,
1902-1987)
With this quote in mind, I'll be voting for a new
BRAZILIAN PRESIDENT this October 1st, 2006. God help
us all! ; )
These are the main opposition candidates:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/5373188.stm
SHOWS
Katia Moraes & Pure Samba
Saturday, September 30th at 4pm
@ A BRAZILIAN DAY IN LA
At Hancock Park (Wilshire Blvd. and Curson Ave)
Brazilian Arts, Crafts and Live Music from 12noon to
6pm
http://www.brazilian-consulate.org/files.php?id=156
Saturday, October 7 at 7pm
Sambaguru featuring Katia Moraes
@ San Juan Capistrano Mission Musical Series
(San Juan Capistrano, CA
http://www.musicatthelibrary.com/main_new.htm
Saturday, October 28 at 8:30pm & 10:30pm
Sambaguru featuring Katia Moraes
@ La ve Lee (Studio City, CA)
Reservations: (818) 980-8158
http://www.laveleejazzclub.com
You can watch SAMBAGURU at
http://www.rehearsals.com/emerging/
MOVIE
"Water" by Deepa Mehta. So moving
"In pre-independent
India, set against the backdrop of Mahatma Gandhi's
rise to power, eight-year old child-bride Chuyia hears
of her husband's death. Her father, following custom,
exiles her to a widow's ashram where she is meant to
live out her days."
http://water.mahiram.com/
"11'09''01 - September 11." The effects of the 9/11
terrorist attacks are told from different points of
view around the world. Eleven directors, including
Sean Penn. The segment with Vladimir Vega from Chile
was one of my favorites.
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0328802/
BOOK
"O medo é a extrema ignorância em momento muito
agudo."
Fear is extreme ignorance in an intense moment.
João Guimarães Rosa, Brazilian writer, 1908-1967
I've been carrying an old book for many years called
"First Sories" by Brazilian writer from Minas Gerais,
João Guimarães Rosa. The book was released in 1962,
but he became well known in 1956 with the novel
"Grande Sertão: Veredas (The Devil to Pay in the
Backlands). "It is thought to be a riddle about
popular superstitions. Most of the book's spirit is
however lost in translation, as the portuguese
original is written in a register that is both archaic
and colloquial, using almost a grammar of its own,
making it one of the most difficult books to translate
(because quite a few translators will not even be able
to read it). It is considered one of the most
important novels of South American literature".
In 1963, he was chosen by unanimous vote to enter the
Academia Brasileira de Letras (Brazilian Academy of
Literature) in his second candidacy.
By coincidence, the quote I'm presenting you in this
newsletter (see at the end) was written by poet Olavo
Bilac, who was a founding member of the Brazilian
Academy of Literature.
"HOW DOES A MOUSE BRAIN CORRELATE TO THE HUMAN BRAIN?
Humans share more than 90 percent of their genes with
mice, making the mouse a good model system for
learning more about disorders and diseases rooted in
the human brain. " Check the Brain Map:
http://www.alleninstitute.org/
The flutist Rebecca Kleinmann will be at La ve Lee on
Tuesday, October 10th at 8:30 and 10:30 pm with Josh
Nelson, on piano, Randy Tico on bass, Ami Molinelli on
percussion, and Lorca Hart on drums.
FOR YOU:
" 'You say you hear the stars!
Right! You lost your senses'!
And I will tell you that to hear them,
I wake up many times, open the windows palid with
amazement
(
)
And you say: 'Crazy friend!
You talk with them? Which sense do they make when they
are with you'?
And I'll tell you: "Love them to understand them!
Only the ones who love, have ears capable of hearing'.
(By Olavo Bilac, who also wrote, in my opinion, the
most beautiful Brazilian anthem: The Flag Anthem. I
used to sing it with all my heart at school. Years
back I was surprised when Ivan Lins played and sang it
at the Hollywood Bowl.)
FOR YOU again:
"While preachers preach of evil fates
Teachers teach that knowledge waits
Can lead to hundred-dollar plates
Goodness hides behind its gates
But even the president of the United States
Sometimes must have to stand naked.
So don't fear if you hear
A foreign sound to your ear
It's alright, Ma, I'm only sighing".
(From "It's Alright, Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)" by Bob
Dylan/1965)
Peace & Light,
Katia : )
http://www.katiamoraes.com
http://www.myspace.com/katiamoraes
Video and EPK: http://www.sonicbids.com/epk/epk.asp?epk_id=49306
http://www.sambaguru.com
http://ww2.rehearsals.com/emerging/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ni15PFXLlWc
Brazilian Pop Beat
P.O. Box 2315, Toluca Lake, CA 91610
(818) 985-7502
+55 21 3982 8811
"
And Moraes' singing, as always, was a virtual definition of the passion
that is an implicit part of Brazilian music."
Don Heckman / LOS ANGELES TIMES
"Brazilian singer Katia Moraes -- a born afternoon sunshine performer..."
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8. Grand Re-Opening for Eso Won Books Oct. 14
Posted by: "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" [EMAIL PROTECTED] african.beat
Date: Sat Oct 7, 2006 2:30 pm (PDT)
Eso Won Books
Press Release
Grand Re-Opening for Eso Won Books Oct. 14
Nationally Renowned Champion of Black Authors Relocates
to Leimert Park with All Day Party on the Block
Los Angeles , CA , September 28, 2006: In a world of Ipods and 100 inch plasma
screens, Eso Won Books boosts its commitment to its reading patrons and authors
by relocating to legendary Leimert Park in southwest Los Angeles . The Grand
Re--Opening will be held Oct. 14, designed to be an all day "party on the
block" from 10 a.m. til 7 p.m., with special festivities held at 2 PM.
"The community invited us in when the space became available and the
building owners made us an offer we couldn't refuse," quipped James Fugate,
co-owner of the noted first stop to famous authors touring the Southland. While
he closes out the old store on La Brea near of Coliseum, Fugate's partner, Tom
Hamilton, is leading the move and remodeling effort in Leimert, in the midst of
shops including Zamebezi Bazaar, Sika's African Jewelry and Gallery Plus.
Over the years, Eso Won has built its reputation by being the premier
destination for authors who travel to Los Angeles., including President Bill
Clinton, Muhammad Ali, the late Atty. Johnnie Cochran, Patti LaBelle, Tina
McElroy Ansa and Terry McMillan. And patrons love it.
"We are making this move to prove that the reader of quality books is still a
viable consumer," said Fugate. "It's our effort to get closer to the book
buying public that has supported us over the years. " The space Eso Won will
occupy was formerly the Museum in Black, which has moved to the Dunbar Hotel.
Hamilton is decorating the new facility to have a warmer, inviting feel, while
better accommodating special events for hundreds or offering quiet reading time
at chic patio tables for individual customers. * *
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*The Grand Re-Opening Activities (Open to the Public) are outlined as
follows on Oct. 14: *
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*11 AM: *Eso Won will open with rotating list of authors signing books,
including noted authors *Karen E. Hudson *and *Kwaku Person-Lynn* who will sign
their latest works while performance artists lend their talents. Food will be
catered by *Arts and Foods*.
*Noon: *An exciting children's story hour featuring Ellaraino, noted
storyteller.
*2 p.m.:* Officials from the City of Los Angeles and other dignitaries will be
on hand for the Ribbon Cutting.
Eso Won Bookstore was founded 18 years ago after Fugate learned the business
from running the campus bookstore at Compton College , the only black college
west of the Mississippi . "Tom and I originally came together to sell books we
were really interested in," said Fugate, of the days they sold books out of
their cars. Eso Won was first established in 1989 on Slauson Ave. near
Crenshaw Blvd., then moved to 900 N. La Brea Avenue in Inglewood. In 1996, the
store expanded to a larger facility also on La Brea at Coliseum.
"It is the first time we have been around an African American business
community like our own," Fugate said. "We stopped selling greeting cards at
Christmas two years ago and we referred customers to Zambezi . Now all
customers have to do is walk across the street to get them."
The day after the Grand Re-Opening, store hours will begin at the regular hours
from10 a.m to 7 p.m. (Sundays, noon til 5 p.m.) at 4331 Degnan Blvd. Los
Angeles . The new phone number is (323) 290-1048. It will be business as
usual, with Fugate and Hamilton posted at the counter, answering the daily
question: "what should I read?" That is, until the next big author thunders
through the hub of black readers, writers and reference that is Eso Won.
*--Eso Won--
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9. PULSE DRUMMING, Santa Barbara
Posted by: "Kimberly Brower" [EMAIL PROTECTED] drumdiva2
Date: Sat Oct 7, 2006 2:32 pm (PDT)
PULSE DRUMMING
2434 E. MAIN STREET
VENTURA, CA 93003
805-648-DRUM(3786)
pulsedrumming.com
We had a great first week and thank you to everyone who stopped in
to see us, warm up the drums and have a few munchies. We have a few
updates and reminders, please check out the website for further
information and updates @ pulsedrumming.com we have a lot of
workshops in the planning stages, as soon as we have definite dates
and times I will be sure to send them out to you. A few to look
forward to
Digerdoo's, djembe tuning & head repair, Brazilian
percussion, Middle Eastern Drumming/Body Focus Class, Native
American Instrument making and more.
**OCTOBER 28TH (11-5PM) PULSE DRUMMING'S GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION:
Live drumming all day, bring your drum and join in the fun. Keep
check on the website for a list of performers and times.
**Don't forget our Christmas Around the World, Holiday Bazaar on
December 2nd (11-3pm) If you know of any cool crafters have them
give us a call, we want to fill the parking lot!
WORKSHOPS:
OUMAR "NIANCHO" SANNEH
WORKSHOP: aLL lEVEL dJEMBE
SATURDAY, October 7, 2006 (1-3 pm)
COST: $20 ($30 @ door)
This amazing, dynamic instructor has agreed to bring his wonderful
rhythms and style
To PULSE DRUMMING. Just in from a New York Music Tour, Niancho
takes instruction to a whole new level. Class size is limited for
quality, please sign up online or in the studio, but do not wait
this workshop will fill quickly.
CHRISTOPH QUAST & LOH
WORKSHOP: IVORY COAST DRUMMING/WEST AFRICAN DRUM SONG'S
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2006
Beginning/Intermediate: 10-12pm $18.00 pre-registered $20.00 @ the
door
Intermediate/Advanced: 12:30 2:30pm $18.00 pre-registered $20.00 @
the door
Both classes: $34.00 pre-pay $40 @ the door (recommended for
Intermediate/Advanced students)
Learn the amazing rhythms from the Ivory Coast with West African
Drum Song's Workshop. Beginners will be introduced to unique
melodies taught at a slower pace, Intermediate/Advanced students
will be taught at a much quicker true to rhythm pace. Learn to play
djun djun, talking drum, bougarboo and djembe with a twist. Each
class will be limited to 15 students, don't wait sign up today!
DIBO CAMERA
WORKSHOP: All Level Djembe
Saturday, November 11, 2006
Beginning: 11-12:30 ($15 pre-pay or $17 @ the door)
Intermediate/Advanced: 1-2:30PM ($15 pre-pay or $17 @ the door)
Nicknamed "Dibo" or "Rhythm Devil" for his incredible speed,
technique, and phrasing, Lamine is a master djembe soloist from the
Republic of Guinea, West Africa. He has performed and instructed
throughout the world for over 25 years with top artists including
National Ballet Djoliba, Les Ballets d'Afrique Noir, Lamine Conte,
Jams Sylla, and jazz legend Dee Dee Bridgewater and is the founder
of Company Fore-Fote.
SOUHAIL KASPAR:
WORKSHOP: MIDDLE EASTERN DOUMBEK
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH 2006
Beginning: 12:30-1:30pm $15.00 grand opening special price
Intermediate: 1:30-2:30pm $15.00 grand opening special price
Both Classes are suggested for intermediate classes. $25.00 special
price
Souhail Kaspar, a true virtuoso, is known worldwide for his
brilliant technique, exciting performances and effective teaching
skills. His ability to improvise and embellish rhythmic patterns of
Arabic music and knowledge of ethnic musical history make him one of
the most highly acclaimed performers and instructors of our
day .
CLASSES:
BUDHI HARLOW :
AFRICAN: COST: Thursday 7-8:30PM
$60 per month or $17 per drop in class
Take it to the next level
Beginners and beyond! Learn essential West African dance class
rhythms such as Kou-Kou, Lamba, Suite, Sofa and Doundounba. Learn
multi-part Djun-Jun techniques for a variety of rhythms like Dalah,
Sorsoonet, Sofa, Toro, Denadon, Djansa, Sounou, Doundounba's,
Kenefoli and more! Let's add more fun with focus on solo concepts,
hard accents and circular phrases from traditional to modern with
plenty of opportunities for experiential growth and training.
MATTHEW TALMAGE:
AFRO-CUBAN: Thursday 5:30-6:30
$60 for a series of 6 classes and $15 drop in
Matthew will focus classes on technique and fundamental rhythmic
aspects of traditional Afro-Cuban rhythms. We will look at
techniques to improve stamina/speed, safety and ease of playing.
While learning specific rhythms, we
will break it down into components to help in the learning process.
Exercises will evolve out of specific difficulties of one rhythm--
and be applicable when learning ANY rhythm.
MARTIN ESPINO:
NATIVE AMERICAN: October classes have been cancelled. We will be
adding some workshop dates and family fun nights so keep watch!
Novemeber will resume as scheduled providing we get pre-
registrations.
AMBERA BORGES:
HOOPING FOR CONDITIONING: Saturday 11:30-12:30pm $15.00 per class.
Excellent conditioning class, melts inches off your tummy, tones
your bottom, hips and thighs-great all over workout, and fun too!
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10. eNubia has arrrived - Buy, Sell or Auction anything in AFRICA
Posted by: "nas146" [EMAIL PROTECTED] nas146
Date: Sat Oct 7, 2006 2:32 pm (PDT)
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Buy, Sell or Auction anything in Africa!
www.eNubia.com <http://www.enubia.com/>
This service is SAFE, SECURE and ABSOLUTELY FREE
Prizes for registered users:
1. 10,000 Registered user (IPOD music player)
2. 50,000 Registered user (IPOD music player)
3. 100,000 Registered user (Mobile Phone)
4. 250,000 Registered user (PDA Personal Digital Assistant)
5. 500,000 Registered user (a choice of round trip airfare between
any major African City, or any African City and Europe, or any African
city and United States)
6. 1,000,000 Registered user (BMW 3 Series)
eNubia offers a platform for individuals and businesses(small and
large) to Buy, Sell or Auction almost anything. For small businesses and
individuals looking to sell items in large quantities, you can easily setup an
online store to advertise and sell your items.
If charitable activities are your passion, eNubia gives you a great way of
raising funds for your charities.
eNubia also has an online community which provides an excellent channel for
sharing business or general ideas with other members about the service.
Individuals and businesses can also use eNubia's
community forum to network with others doing business in Africa.
PLEASE FOREWARD TO YOUR FRIENDS!
This is eCommerce in Africa like you've never seen before.
DO NOT MISS THIS! Make sure you check out our great giveaways @ eNubia.com -
http://www.enubia.com/
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11. Drum Circle Finder Updates & Holiday Special - 5 Disks $25 Shipped
Posted by: "shannon" [EMAIL PROTECTED] n0jams
Date: Sat Oct 7, 2006 2:32 pm (PDT)
Hi All,
Time to ask for drum circle listing updates, or new listings for the
drum circle finder. Please have a look and see if your local
drumcircle description needs any changes. Thanks.
www.drumcircles.net
Also for a short time, a holiday special:
4 Drumming CD's & Drumming DVD Holiday Package
Here's what's included:
101 Drum Circle Rhythms For The Hand Drum on 2 CD's
Ultimate Live Florida Sun Coast Drum Circles on 2 CD's
125 Drum Circle Rhythms For The Hand Drum On DVD
$25 For all 5 Disks - Free shipping.
There is some other interesting things on the website, drum circle
articles, photos, rhythms, mp3's, a huge collection of drummer jokes,
a weekly drum circle blog, guestbook, and lots more.
Thanks,
www.drumcircles.net
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12. WRKSHOP: Balinese dance, mask making and shadow puppetry
Posted by: "dellarteinternational" [EMAIL PROTECTED] african.beat
Date: Sat Oct 7, 2006 2:36 pm (PDT)
(The Bali trip) was the most precious and most visceral and most
illuminating experience of my life and everyday, it becomes more so."
Liz Garrott, MFA, U. Penn Explore the traditional arts of Bali with
Dell'Arte Abroad program Intensive offers chance to study Balinese dance,
mask making and shadow
puppetry
Since 1996, Dell'Arte International has invited students, teachers,
designers, directors, and artists to immerse themselves in the
traditional arts of Bali and encounter the profound spirit of the
Balinese people. In this unique and wonderfully successful program
participants study traditional Balinese performing arts and crafts with
village masters, as well as Dell'Arte mask and movement techniques led
by Dell'Arte's Founding Artistic Director Joan Schirle.
Bali is an extraordinary country where creativity is ordinary. In Bali,
art serves the community, the religious practices, the economy and
everyday living. The trip introduces students to Balinese performing
arts in a way that allows them to experience how the Balinese live and
create, and how family life and religious customs are woven into the
creation of art.
The program begins with three days of orientation to the language,
customs, and ceremonies of Bali, as well as informal meetings with
Balinese teachers to observe their work. Introductory work will include
a symposium on masks with local carver I. B. Anom, visits to the studios
of several mask carvers and puppet makers, and attendance at a shadow
play (wayang kulit) and dance performances.
During the next four weeks of formal study, classes meet five days a
week. All students will study kecak, a rhythmic vocal chant, as well as
participate in regular Yoga/Alexander Technique sessions, block
printing, and symposiums on the links between Balinese and western mask
performance traditions.
Sometimes our study will take place in a classroom setting, sometimes
outdoors, and often in its traditional setting at village and temple
ceremonies. The core of the program is designed so that each student
spends a large percentage of their class time on one area of interest
most important to them. Students will choose between:
Mask Carving
Balinese Dance (masked topeng and legong)
Shadow puppetry (wayang kulit)
Academics may apply for a shortened version of the program (10 to 14
days). Address inquiries to the Bali program director.
For more information, visit www.dellarte.com <http://www.dellarte.com/>
, call 707-668-5663 or contact the Program Director at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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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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