Djembe Drumming Workshop for Adults and Teens (ages 13+) In-Person
M’Bemba Bangoura will lead adults and teens ages 13+ in a djembe drumming workshop. If you need a drum, please let us know in the online registration form. Thank you to EarthBeat Music for cohosting this event. Saratoga Arts made this program possible through the Community Arts Regrant Program, funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
A native of Guinea, West Africa, M’Bemba Bangoura began playing the djembe drum at the age of seven. By the age of twenty-one, he was acclaimed as a master drummer and was invited to play for Ballet Djoliba, the national company of Guinea. He has traveled the world as a performer and teacher of the djembe, and is revered for his high level of mastery. In addition, he has personally created choreography and developed repertoire for dozens of dance companies worldwide.
- Date:
- Friday, April 25, 2025
- Time:
- 3:00pm - 4:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Dutcher Community Room
- Audience:
- Adults Teens
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- Art, Music, and Movies Local Interests and Community