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"I think music in of itself is healing. It is an explosive expression of humanity. It is something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we're from, everyone loves music."        - Billy Joel

​Drumming

Drumming is an essential part of day-to-day activities in Yoruba culture. The music of the Yoruba people of Nigeria and Benin are best known for an extremely advanced drumming tradition. Yoruba drumming and folk music became a prominent kind of West African music in Afro-Latin and Caribbean musical styles. ​​

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Whether playing the drum in the traditional manner of praising the listeners of their ancestors, or simply playing for amusements at festivals, naming parties or birthday parties, the drummer has the ability to touch the hearts of all who hear his music.

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Classes are available for children and adults.

"No knowledge is lost and art is an unlimited syllable. This is why I like to share my knowledge of art with others of all generations, especially those in your school or organization."

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           -Michael Oladare​

Mr. Oludare has been playing drums since early childhood, and was a band leader while still in elementary school. He derived the name "Voice in Yoruba Village" from his role in the Yoruba community as one who truly speaks and communicates through the dead goat skin, or "talking drum."

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He has played in many regions of Africa as well as the United States.

​Batik ​

Batik is an ancient technique using a manual wax-resist dyeing for decorating fabrics. It has been practiced in Central Asia and Africa and has been around for over 2000 years. In one form or another, is has worldwide popularity. Traditional patterns can be found in Nigeria, India, Azerbaijan, Egypt, Senegal, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. It is used for material for clothing, furnish fabrics, canvas wall hangings, table cloths and household accessories.

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Classes are available for children and adults. ​

 

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Programs Available:

Performances for Children and Adults

      1-2 Hours

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​​ Assemblies and Small Audiences

     - Dun Dun​

       - Akuba (Yoruba conga drum)

       - Storytelling (Yoruba folktales)

       - Yoruba Cultural Dancing ​

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​Work Shops and Residences​

      - Dun Dun​

      - Akuba

      - Batik on Fabric

      - Batik on Paper

     - Tie Dye​

      - Traditional Wood Carving​

     - Making Kid's Drums themselves

  

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