As more people awaken to world music, transplanted artists from around the globe find ways to share their cultures locally. Two African groups will do just that when they perform this weekend. West ...

When Africa Jamono performed at Colchester High School’s auditorium in mid-February as part of the district’s International Week celebration, supporting drummer Ali Dieng told the crowd, “We’re going ...

A free West African drum circle takes place every Tuesday night in Fayetteville. The circle is led by Francis Kweku Osei, a professional drummer from Ghana. The event aims to share West African ...

“Where Do Coloureds Come From?” asks Drum, Africa’s leading magazine. Then it answers its own question: “coloureds” (who are all shades between black and white) come from some of South Africa’s oldest ...

The nearly two dozen fifth-graders nervously tap on congas, twirl drumsticks and shout at their friends sitting on the floor before them. The Calvert Elementary fifth-graders are here to rock the ...

COLUMBIA - Everyone beat to the same drum of unity and togetherness at Africa Fest Saturday. Africa Fest was hosted by Jabberwocky Studios Inc. at Missouri United Methodist Church. Africa Fest gave ...

Editor's Note: This interview is part of an ongoing Star series highlighting Kansas Citians from historically underrepresented communities and their impact on our region. The series builds on The Star ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Seny Tatchol Camara, giving instructions on how to strike the drum. Credit: Brian Slattery Photos ...