AFRICUSSION CULTURE AND ARTS

 

AFRICUSSION CULTURE AND ARTS

Is a cultural and development non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation, presentation and promotion of authentic African cultural and arts experience in America and abroad.

Mission:

* To share various cultural and artistic expressions, their meanings, values and aesthetics for many benefits-Physical, Educational, Social and Spiritual.

* Provide a platform for cultural education and appreciation of non- Western traditions, customs and heritage with non-Western audience, students and Diaspora born Africans.

* To contribute towards multiculturalism in America.

PROGRAM FOCUS    ( EDUCATION AND PRESENTATION)

* Authentic Teaching and Presentation of African Music, Rhythms, Songs and Dances of antiquity.

* African Folktales, Folklore, Children's Games, Poetry, Proverbs and Language Classes and Presentations.

* Showcasing of Indigenous African Musical Instruments and Performing Arts Accessories.

* Showcasing of Authentic Indigenous Fashion and Colorful Outfits.

* Showcasing of Traditional Culinary Experience.

PROGRAMMING:

* African Performing Arts Classes and Presentations

    # Traditional Drumming and Percussion 

    # Singing 

    # Creative Dramatics 

    #  Dance- Traditional and Contemporary

* African National Days Celebrations

* African Community Festivals

* Traditional Community Events- Birthday, Marriages and Transitions

* Community Drum Circles

* Schools/Community Presentations

* After School/School Extension Programs

* Exhibitions and Special Events

* African Language Classes