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
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