AFRICAN DRUMMING
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Part 3 of My African Adventure - Public TransportationThis is part 3 of my adventure in Africa. I describe traveling by bush taxi and my first night in an African village.- Folk and African Music in CairoA travelogue of Cairo, Egypt where I discover and discuss "Zar" music, a female-led combination of African and Arabic music that is dying out.
- Sowah Mensah: Ghanaian Master Drummer - a Night of African Drums at UVMHow Sowah Mensah really made my night
Drumming Lessons in Los AngelesSome awesome schools to learn how to play the drums.
An Ethnomusicological Analysis of Traditional African Drum RhythmsThe title says it all.- Explore the African DrumsThis article includes information about the past and present of the African Drums.
- 3 African Bridal Shower Ideas3 African American Bridal shower ideas inspired by African customs
- Remo Key-Tuned Djembes - African DrumsSome fellow CP's (Thanks, Kady and Tony) are djembe enthusiasts. As a musician, I felt compelled to investigate and review these unique drums, and where better to start than with ones made by Remo, the company who makes my favorite drumheads.
- African Religions: SanteriaThe Santería history really originated from the West African religions that was brought to the New World by slaves.
- A Taste of African Food in St. Louis, MissouriAfrica is a huge continent with many different countries and regional specialties in food. Saying I like African food would be like saying I like European food.
- Dùndùn Drumming: To What Extent Is It Important to the Yoruba Culture and Other West African Societies?Dùndùn drumming is highly significant to the Yoruba culture, because it has symbolic meanings based on its origin, it adds a sense of tradition to the Yoruba society, and it is used in all ceremonies of importance in the Yoruba culture.
The Pulse of the Skins: The Art of DrummingPercussion has been the foundation for musical composition for over 8,000 years. But the art of drumming has come a long way in America, from its early jazz days of Buddy Rich and Art Blakey to today's fusion innovators Billy Cobham and Jon Blackwell Jr
The Circle of Life: My Lion King WeddingA "Lion King" wedding in Western North Carolina takes place on an outcropping just like "Pride Rock" from the movie. African Drums, vows sung to the soundtrack and more!- My African Adventure - Part 5: the Journey EndsThis article concludes description of my trip to Africa. It tells what to expect when traveling in a third world country.
Steel Drums of Carnival in Trinidad: From Pots, Pans and Garbage Cans to a Great InstrumentSteel drums bring African traditional music into the Twentieth Century national instrument of Trinidad.
Relieve a Stressful Life: Play the Drums!There is evidence that we can change our responses to stress by drumming, according to a 2005 study published in the Medical Science Monitor.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas Kidani VillageDisney's Kidani Village is a new jewel in the Disney resort crown where guests can immerse themselves in the rich African theme.- Sylvia Soumah: An Unsung Heroine of West African DanceThis is a brief biographical sketch of one of Washington DC's premier dance company directors, Sylvia Soumah of Coyaba Dance Theater.
Like Father, Like Son: Haitian Drumming Stays in the FamilyIn 1991, Bonga moved to the United States in order to escape Catholic prohibition against mizik rasin. Rasin is an expression of ancestral forest spiritualism - Vodou - in Haiti.- Safe New Years Eve 2009 Events in Portsmouth New HampshireFamily Friendly New Year's Eve Celebration 2009 in Portsmouth New Hampshire
- First Night Portsmouth 2008 in New HampshireNew Hampshire residents can ring in the New Year with a First Night celebration in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
- San Diego City GuideOverview of the Greater San Diego area
- The Best Clubs for Live Jazz Music in Los AngelesSeeing live jazz music is an experience that nearly everyone will appreciate on some level. Los Angeles is full of wonderful places to go for live jazz music. Here are a few favorites.
Senior Citizens Centers in Pinellas County, FloridaFrom Line Dancing to Zumba, from shuffleboard to swimming, Pinellas County, Florida has it all!- Experience Holiday Celebrations in St. Louis, MissouriA variety of activities including parades, house tours, ethnic celebrations, lighting displays and live performances are offered in St. Louis during the holiday season.
- Exclusive Benefits for Boston Public Library CardholdersOverview of some of the more exciting resources available at the Boston Public Library.
Live Music at Bars and Clubs Near Greensboro, North CarolinaGreensboro has lots of live music if you know where to look.- Summer Fun for the Kids at HeartThe Nashville zoo's new events, the adventure socials and special "Once Upon a Blue Moon" campout combine Animal Education with a great night out.
- A New Way of Learning in a Floundering School SystemThis school is not your typical learning environment. It seeks to develop the whole child throughout their early years. It is an experiment of sorts, to develop new ways of teaching our youth as many of the old systems are failing our children.
Learning to Dance in ArizonaWhile the focus of music and dance is on Mexican styles because of their immense influence on Arizona's culture, many different types and styles are taught and performed here in Arizona.
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