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West African Drum and Dance Celebration with Master Drummer, M'Bemba Bangoura

Beat the winter doldrums away in this free-flowing, drum circle. Bring your own drum. Library drums may be available. All ages are welcome!

When and where

Date and time

Friday, Feb 14, 2025
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Address

Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Cost

FREE ADMISSION

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About this event

Register each person online or by calling 518-584-7860, ext. 304. Please note: Register each person and for each session online separately: February 14 - Pre-Flurry Festival Drum and Dance Celebration with M'Bemba Bangoura * Note this program begins at 4:00 PM

About M'Bemba Bangoura-
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.


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