April 6, 2018 6:45-8:45PM Dance Class with Youssouf Koumbassa at Lenfest Center

He's back!!! That's right Youssouf Koumbassa will be coming to Philly. So pack your lappa, water, and towels to take on 2 hours of smooth, graceful, and melodic movements Youssouf will bless us with. All levels welcome! 6:45p-8:45p

Cost $18

The Lenfest Center
3890 N 10th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19140

April 6, 2018 8:00PM Havana Nights: Cuban Food and Music with Conjunto Philadelphia

FIRST FRIDAYS AT 8PM
HAVANA NIGHTS
A CELEBRATION OF CUBAN MUSIC & FOOD WITH CONJUNTO PHILADELPHIA

Join us for our monthly Cuban music & food series, which features authentic Cuban cuisine, cocktails, and music courtesy of Philly's most exciting Cuban band, Conjunto! The night is FREE to attend with a variety of food and drink specials. A perfect date night or just a night out with friends.

FREE!
World Cafe Live
3025 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa

April 5, 2018 6:00-8:00PM Intercultural Journeys: Omar Offendum and Syrian Hip Hop at Penn Museum

Damascus meets the Harlem Renaissance through the stylings of internationally renowned, Syrian American poet, hip-hop artist, and peace activist Omar Offendum. Join us for a performance inspired in part from the exhibition Cultures in the Crossfire: Stories from Syria and Iraq, a tour of that special exhibition, and a conversation highlighting diverse connections between artistic and historic worlds. Presented in partnership with Intercultural Journeys.

Admission: $5 in advance; $10 at the door.

Penn Museum
3260 South Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104

April 5, 2018 7:30-9:00PM Kulu Mele Presents: First Thursdays at CEC: Afro-Cuban Dance

We are having Artist Workshop sessions every first Thursday, a monthly event; including dance, drum, song etc.
The featured artist for April is Ama Schley, who will be leading the class in Afro-Cuban dance, with live drumming and singing.
**This class is $10 - 7:30pm to 9pm, Thursday**
--------- ALL LEVELS WELCOME--------

Please spread the word and visit our website
www.kulumele.org

Community Education Center
3500 Lancaster Ave
Philadelphia, Pa

April 2, 2018 8:00PM LaNOCHE Featuring Spanglish Fly: Free at The Kimmel Center

Heat up the Kimmel Center each month at La NOCHE! Experience the hottest live bands as you turn up the steam on the dance floor, led by host/dance leader Kevin Ngo.

Each month, we kick off the party with The La NOCHE Band, led by master percussionist Arturo Stable. We then welcome a different guest group to light up the floor.

8-9PM – The La NOCHE Band

9PM - Spanglish Fly

SEI Innovation Studio
Inside the Kimmel Center

2 levels below ground floor

300 S Broad St

Philadelphia, PA 19102

March 31, 2018 7:00-10:00PM Giovana Robinson at Tierra Colombiana

Enjoy the sounds of Giovana's Latin Jazz quartet while tasting some delicious Latin cuisine!

Tierra Colombiana Restaurant
4535 North 5th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19140

March 30, 2018 7:30-10:30PM Betsayda Machado Y La Parranda El Clavo at AAMP

AfroTaino Productions in partnership with AAMP proudly present the return of Betsayda Machado y La Parranda El Clavo.

Betsayda Machado is the voice of Venezuela. Raised in the small village of El Clavo in the region of Barlovento, her recent rural recordings with lifelong friends, Parranda El Clavo, brought new attention to the Venezuelan Afro-Soul genre called ‘Tambor’. A spirit-shaking percussion and voice fiesta, said to make dancers float.

After her sold-out performance at the African American Museum in Philadelphia in 2017, she returns to The City of Brotherly Love once again. Uplifting and powerful, this is a phenomenal show that should not be missed. Tickets are $25, and available online via www.afrotaino.com.

Casa de Venezuela Philadelphia is a community partner.

African American Museum in Philadelphia
701 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
Tickets: $25.

March 30, 2018 8:30-11:00PM Mutlu at Boot & Saddle

Mutlu
Mutlu is a Philadelphia based singer songwriter. Mutlu has already built a substantial fan base in his hometown, while winning widespread praise for his prior releases. He's collaborated and toured extensively as a support act with legendary duo Daryl Hall & John Oates and holds the distinction of having made the most guest appearances on Daryl Hall's acclaimed, award winning TV/Internet show "Live From Daryl's House". He's also gained considerable attention for his work with noted singer songwriter Amos Lee, with whom he's toured extensively as a support act and backup vocalist. He was the support act on the North American leg of Joe Jackson's acclaimed "Rain" tour.

Born Mutlu Onaral, he grew up steeped in Philadelphia's deep R&B traditions, eagerly absorbing the fundamentals of old school soul music and incorporating it into his own musical persona. His local success led to a recording deal with Manhattan/EMI Records, which released his acclaimed 2008 debut album Livin' It, produced by the late, great TBoneWolk, and featuring guest appearances by Daryl Hall, Amos Lee, G. Love and Raheem DeVaughn. His latest release is the Caffeine & Whiskey EP which he coproduced with songwriter/producer Darius Amendolia.

Boot & Saddle
1131 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA, 19147

Tickets $12-$15

March 29, 2018 9:00PM Ladies Phirst: An Ode to Women Who Love Hip Hop

With it being #womenshistorymonth us here @ #thephillygathering want to make sure that our women feel supported. In the wake of the #MeToo & #TimesUp movements , We want to be Trailblazers in the hip hop community to show them WE ARE HERE FOR YOU ALL 🧕🏽👩🏻‍🎤👳🏽‍♀️👵🏻👩🏾‍⚖️👩🏾‍🎨👩🏻‍🔧👩🏽‍🍳👱🏾‍♀️👩🏽👸🏿
So this month .... we will be having special performances from @daphoxx and @muzikaldunk

And Along with our wonderful Dj Aura
It will be hosted by Gathering Alum and up and coming talent Justfrenchie .YES WE HAVE AN ALL LADIES LINE UP AT THE PHILLY GATHERING ....

And to bring out all the special vibes we will have a WOMEN ENTHUSED Open Mic Jam session ....All musicians please bring your own instruments and MC’s please bring original rhymes........
Along with #ThaHipHopTruck in the back it should be a night to remember. Tell a friend if you can’t attend 🙏🏾 please !

The Rotunda
4014 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa

Admission: Guys $5
Ladies free before 11pm; $3 after 11pm

March 28, 2018 8:00PM Satellites Are Spinning: A Sizzling, Sonic Celebration of Sun Ra at Johnny Brenda's

Satellites Are Spinning:
A Sizzling, Sonic Celebration of Sun Ra
Continuing the exploration started by our Sun Ra Mixtape Series celebrating the influence of the Philadelphia, visionary musician, philosopher, composer and band leader, Sun Ra, Philadelphia Jazz Project present, Satellites Are Spinning: A Sizzling, Sonic Celebration of Sun Ra. This concert series features 8 performances at some of the region's most important venues including; The Barnes Foundation, Ardmore Music Hall, Johnny Brenda's, The Planetarium of The Franklin Institute and World Cafe Live. Hosted by WRTI radio deejay, J. Michael Harrison.

Raphael Xavier is a breaker/dancer, rapper, music producer, comedian, photographer and author. He is best known for re-invigorating the B-boying community in Philadelphia. He started choreographing with the Brandywine School of Ballet in 1995. He then, joined Rennie Harris Puremovement, the longest running Hip-Hop dance company. He would continue on to become a core member of the RHPM company and is now an alumnus. He has received many awards and recognition for his choreographic work from 1999 to the present. Xavier gives lectures and dance classes internationally on Hip-Hop and its history. In 2013, Xavier was honored with a Pew Fellowships In The Arts award. Currently, Raphael Xavier is working on a book titled "Breaking Text / Defining Of A Culture" and serves as creator/producer of the multi-media, new wave, circus called, RAPHSTRAVAGANZA: The Kinetic Experience.
7PM Doors / $10-15 / 21+

Johnny Brenda's
1201 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19125

June 22 - July 7, 2018 Percussion Tour of Bahia, Brazil with Dende Macedo this Summer!

Travel to Salvador, Bahia with master Afro-Brazilian percussionist Dende Macedo
Dates: June 22nd - July 7, 2018 (one or two week sessions available)
Join master Afro-Brazilian percussionist on a journey to the cradle of Afro-Brazilian culture, Salvador, Bahia. Over a one or two week period, spend your days studying intensively with Dende and other guest master teaching artists, enjoying the beaches and Afro-Brazilian cuisine. Spend your nights taking in shows of bands like Olodum, Ile Aiye and Dende's alma mater Timbalada. Attend a candomble ceremony during the Festa do Caboclo, visit the city of Cachoeira and perform together with Samba Fugueirao during the Festa de Sao Joao!

This is a one time opportunity! Not to be missed!

Register now by clicking this link. Rates include hotel stay at the Grande Hotel da Barra and daily ground transportation to and from classes in the Pelourinho. Pricing is based on double occupancy and does not include airfare. Payments can be made via Paypal or check. Alternate packages are available.

March 25, 2018 7:30-11:30PM Gozadera Sundays at Adobe Cafe

Gozadera Sundays - Philly's one and only Cuban dance party! Join us every 2 weeks at the Adobe Cafe in South Philly (please note, it's on EAST Passyunk ave.)

There is a Beginners Casino class 7:30-8:30 PM, $5 per person. The party starts at 8:30 PM, and there are food and drink specials going on all night. The party is free!

DJ Raul will be spinning the best timba, rumba, son, reggaeton, and more. Only the best Cuban music with a splash of bachata ;) Please help us spread the word - like and share the event, and invite friends.

Que viva la musica Cubana!
Y se formó la gozadera!!

Adobe Cafe
1919 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19148
FREE

March 24, 2018 6:00-8:00PM Taller: Elaboración Tambor de mano/ Ancestral hand drum making

Taller de Elaboración Tambor medicinal de mano.
Workshop: Ancestral medicine Hand-Drum making.

“Semillas Ancestrales” te invita a este taller de elaboración de tu tambor Medicinal de mano. El uso de el Tambor se remonta a las culturas más antiguas en el planeta. El tambor es un instrumento de poder, llamado también una “medicina” porque a través de su conexión con el aire permite entrar en estados que inducen a la calma, serenidad, sanidad y balance armónico de el ser.

El tambor es el primer latir de el universo, el latir de el hombre. Este taller te guiará a poner de tu propia esencia y elaborar el latir de tu corazón, a la manera más antigua, guiado por un instructor en las medicinas antiguas y con el uso de materiales orgánicos los cuales han sido presentados en ofrenda a los rumbos de el universo y en rituales de honra hacia la energía que los provee.

Este taller te guiara paso a paso en el ritual de elaboración, consagración y uso de el tambor de mano. Este tu tambor se consagrara para que te sirva como vehículo sanador para ti y para ser usado en frecuencias de sanacionl para pacientes con salud física y emocional quebrantada.

Este taller tiene un costo de $80 dólares.

El taller incluye todos los materiales tales como base de 12-14 inches de tambor, piel de cabra, chivo o alce, más baqueta para tocar, piel para tejido de el tambor, plumas y chaquira de adorno.

A cerca de la facilitadora de el taller:

La hermana Brenda “Alcon Elevado” Anglin, RN, BSN, es una sanadora que honra la Madre Tierra y sirve como guía en la transformación personal. Tuvo el despertar a su linaje nativo americano; Cherokee, a través de su abuela y los ancianos de la tribu. Brenda “Alcon Elevado” es también Enfermera de profesión, una ardua defensora de la calidad de vida en los individuos, educadora y presentadora en temas de salud personal y dama de compañía en cuidado paliativo a pacientes con enfermedades graves y terminales. Su compasión la ha llevado en más de 40 años a la búsqueda interna y a cambio ha recibido los regalos de las enseñanzas de los abuelos, quienes en su camino le han compartido a Brenda las formas de representar los elementos rituales tales como tambores, chanupa medicinal, entre otros, y conectar a otros a través de su enseñanza.

La hermana Brenda “Alcon elevado” utiliza el sonido como parte de el viaje que permite escuchar el latido de el corazón de nuestra Madre Tierra. A través de la creación de un tambor de medicina de uso personal se honra al hermano animal que nos presta su piel para el tambor y la vibración de sanacion que nos regala. Brenda “Alcon Elevado” es una fuerte defensora de la educacion en temas de indigenismo y cree firmemente en el proceso de nacimiento de el tambor y su sonido sanador.

”Semillas Ancestrales” (Ancestral Seeds) invites you to this workshop of ancestral hand drum making. The use of the drum dates back to the oldest tribes in the universe. It is also called “medicine” because with its sound as a product of vibration and the wind, it creates waves that connect with the human frequency, aligning and in sync with the human body.

In this workshop you will be guided by an instructor in the ancestral medicines to make your own hand drum. This ceremony of hand-drum making will be consecrated to give thanks to the elements from nature that provided it. This hand-drum will be a healing tool for you and to be used as means of elevating vibrational frequency on individuals with fractured health and their emotional being.

The workshop cost $80 dollars.

The cost includes all the materials such as a 12-14 inches drum frame, leather trims for lacing, drum beaters, leather from elk, goat or moose, rawhide for drum, feathers and crystal beads for decoration.

About the workshop facilitator:
Sister Brenda “Soaringhawk” Anglin, RN, BSN, is a healer that honors Mother Earth and serves as guidance in the process of personal transformatio. She had the awakening of her heritage from the Cherokee people through her grandmother and the elders in the tribe. Brenda “Soaringhawk” is also a registered nurse by profession and an avid advocate for the quality of life of individuals. She is also an Speaker on topics of personal health and companion for palliative care patients. Her compassion has taken her in a 40 years personal journey and in exchange she has received the gifts of the teachings from the elders, whom have shared with Brenda the forms to represent the ritual elements such as the drum making, bearing the medicinal chalupa and others, to connect with others through her teachings.

Sister Brenda” Soaringhawk” uses the sound and journey work to listen to the heartbeat of Mother Earth. Through the creation of a medicine hand drum, you will honor our brother the animal that let us use his hide for the drum and the healing vibration it brings. Brenda” Soaringhawk” is a strong advocate of education on indigenous matters and firmly believes in the process of birthing of a drum and its healing sound.

Pig Iron Theatre Co.
1417 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19122-3801

Register here

March 24, 2018 8:00PM The Pedrito Martinez Group at The Annenberg Center

One of the world’s best Afro-Latin hand percussionists, Pedrito Martinez seamlessly combines pop and folk influences, beautiful tenor vocals, an infectious energy and killer dance moves. Martinez is a modern proponent of Afro-Cuban rumba traditions and batá rhythms, and has performed and recorded with many of the greats including Wynton Marsalis, Paul Simon, Eddie Palmieri and Paquito D’Rivera. Making their Annenberg Center debut, the Grammy® Award nominated Pedrito Martinez Group will have you dancing in your seats.

The Annenberg Center
3680 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215.898.3900
Tickets: $35.
The Pedrito Martinez Group

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March 24, 2018 · Harold Prince Theatre
Annenberg Center Debut

One of the world’s best Afro-Latin hand percussionists, Pedrito Martinez seamlessly combines pop and folk influences, beautiful tenor vocals, an infectious energy and killer dance moves. Martinez is a modern proponent of Afro-Cuban rumba traditions and batá rhythms, and has performed and recorded with many of the greats including Wynton Marsalis, Paul Simon, Eddie Palmieri and Paquito D’Rivera. Making their Annenberg Center debut, the Grammy® Award nominated Pedrito Martinez Group will have you dancing in your seats.

This performance is part of our Cuba Festival, a three-week focus on the artistic talent of Cuba, March 22-April 13! Showcasing the country’s finest emerging stars along with icons you know and love, experience the pulsating energy of Cuba through dance, jazz and more.

March 23, 2018 5:00-7:00PM Rumba Clave Blen Blen Blen film screening + Live Rumba

Rumba Clave Blen Blen Blen is a song of praise to the musical genre of rumba in New York City. It explores the city's Afro-Cuban culture and unravels the African and Andalusian origins of rumba, following both ordinary people and famous musicians through its dances, drums, and clave rhythm. The film is a poem of color and music that brings to the surface the religious cosmogonies of Bantu, Abakua, Yoruba, and Arara traditions that have nourished the genre. By paying homage to its masters, including Chano Pozo and his collaborations with Dizzy Gillespie, Rumba Clave Blen Blen Blen traces the history of a genre through the words and sounds of scholars, producers, artists, and musicians who continue to practice it today.

Join us on Friday March 23 as we welcome director Arístides Falcón Paradí for a screening of the film, followed by a session of Q&A. The event will take place at the Institute of Contemporary Art from 5:00-7:00pm. Refreshments and snacks will be served.

Following the screening, all are invited for a night of live rumba and dancing at iMPeRFeCT Gallery (5539 Germantown Ave.) from 9:30pm onward. TIMBALONA will open this portion of the night with a few songs, and then open rumba will begin. Transportation will be provided upon request (farrahr@upenn.edu).

Both events are free and open to the public.

Hosted by CAMRA and generously co-sponsored by the Center for Advanced Research in Global Communication (CARGC), the Department of Africana Studies, the Center for Africana Studies, Latin American and Latino Studies (LALS), and Penn Music.

Institute of Contemporary Art
118 S 36th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104

March 23, 2018 8:00PM Paulette Branson & Mixed People at Connie's Ric Rac

March 23, 2018 10:30PM-2:00AM Worldtown Soundsystem presents: Travel by Map with Lil Dave and Shango

Worldtown presents Travel by Map
< < An international sonic safari > >

feat special guest DJ lil'dave and DJ Shango
and Worldtown music directors Ben Arsenal and Oluwafemi

Free before 11, $5 after!
21+

Liaison Room at Front Street Cafe
1253 N. Front St., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19122

March 22, 2018 8:30-10:30PM AfroTaino Productions presents: Gepe with Los Bomberos de la Calle at PhilaMOCA

Best described as the "new 'guru' of Chilean folk", Gepe has risen to popularity & music critics’ playlists particularly for his deft skill for combining the sensibilities of 1960s and 1970s Chilean folk (especially the music of Víctor Jara) with a minimalist, electropop sound. He doesn’t come to the US often, and when he does, he leaves a trail of happiness in his wake. Opening set by Philly’s own bomba y plena group Los Bomberos De la Calle. It’s all happening at PhilaMOCA!
PhilaMOCA
531 North 12th St.
Philadelphia, PA, 19123

Doors 8:00 PM / Show 8:30 PM (event ends at 10:30 PM)

This event is all ages
Tickets: $12-$15 + fee

March 22, 2018 9:45PM-1:30AM De Tierra Caliente Back in Philly at TIME

After a winter hiatus and a California tour (7 cities in 10 days), we're bringing the sabor back to Philly. Come dance to new songs from our upcoming album!

No cover.

TIME
1315 Sansom St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107

March 21, 2018 7:00-10:30PM Poet~tree EnMotion : In Celebration of Women! at The Rotunda

Poet~tree EnMotion Presents…
The 2018 Spring Equinox in Celebration of Women!

Wednesday, March 21st, 7-10pm (Doors @ 7pm)!

All events located @ The Rotunda 4014 Walnut Street, West Philly, PA 19104 therotunda.org

This ongoing seasonal series features a variety of multi-disciplinary performance, arts & culture presentations… Doors open @ 7pm & performances begins shortly after featuring, a Fierce Female Lead Lineup of Artists ranging from Live Musical Acts to Spoken Word Flowetry to Folkloric Infused Dance Movements.

A FREE community event … but Donations are Appreciated!

March 21st:
A Live Music, Movement & Dance Celebration in Honor of Her-Story!}

• Angi Vita
Live Painter using the body as a living canvas…
angivita.com

• KyoDaiko
Philadelphia-based community Taiko drumming ensemble.
kyodaiko.com

• Lydia Swaray
West African Singer/Songwriter using music to express her voice
facebook.com/Lydia-Music-2000455466902518

• Modero Dance Co.
A fusion of traditional and modern dance disciplines based in Indonesian culture.
moderocompany.com

• Plum Dragoness (a.k.a. Gabrielle de Burke)
Resident Performance Artist, Event Organizer & Arts Educator
ThePlumDragoness.com / DragonSpiritArts.com

• Three Aksha Dance Co.
Preserving & promoting Indian culture & heritage through classical Bharatanatyam dance.
threeaksha.org

• Sonni Shine & Guests…
percussive riffs, artful melodies & meaningful lyrics create an earthy combination of soul, funk, jazz, and folk.
SonniShineMusic.com

The Rotunda
4014 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa

March 18, 2018 7:00-9:00PM Musicians' Gathering #26 at Rittenhouse Soundworks

Lili Anel
Lili Añel is an American singer-songwriter and performing artist from New York City. She was born in El Barrio, Spanish Harlem and raised in the South Bronx. She moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 2004....lucky us!
https://www.lilianel.org/

Falsa
14th century Sufi music, described as a "cure for alienation" and one that's "not about means to ends but about meaning and transcendence". The effect of listening to Falsa is to be transported both inwards and across centuries of joys, sorrows and longings.
www.falsamusic.com

Deb Callahan
Creative blues, soul and roots influenced original music. Deb's powerful, expressive voice and engaging stage presence delivers exciting live shows. AND you get to see it here Sunday night
www.debcallahanband.com

Curtis Cooper
SInger, Songwriter, Multiinstrumentalist, Thoughtful, Intense, Philly born and raised.
https://curtiscooper.bandcamp.com/

Tickets $10 at the door Free Parking at the lot next door

Rittenhouse Soundworks
219 W. Rittenhouse St.
Philadelphia, Pa

March 17, 2018 8:00-10:00PM Brazilian Percussion at iMPeRFeCT Gallery

Wanna come to iMPeRFeCT Gallery and be transported?

First you'll be treated by the harmonies of contemporary folk duo Attractive Nuisance (Claudia Ginanni & Heather Levi), and later, by the joyous Samba sounds of Philly based group Unidos da Filadelfia Samba School, a school modeled after the Carnaval parade organizations of Rio de Janeiro and Bahia, Brazil. Party tiiime!!

WARNING: It's gonna get loud...

iMPeRFeCT Gallery
5539 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19144

Free admission; donations gratefully accepted

March 17, 2018 7:30PM Arturo O'Farrill & the Afro Latin Jazz Ensemble at The Clef Club

Arturo O'Farrill and the Afro Latin Jazz Ensemble
Philadelphia Clef Club

Featuring:
Arturo O’Farrill, piano
Ivan Renta, saxophone
James Seeley, trumpet
Rafi Malkiel, trombone
Vince Cherico, drums
Carlos Maldonado, percussion
Keisel Jimenez, percussion
Carlo DeRosa, bass
Fred Miller, Arturo’s manager

Arturo O’Farrill, pianist, composer, and educator, was born in Mexico and grew up in New York City. Arturo’s professional career began with the Carla Bley Band and continued as a solo performer with a wide spectrum of artists including Dizzy Gillespie, Lester Bowie, Wynton Marsalis, and Harry Belafonte.

In 2007, he founded the Afro Latin Jazz Alliance as a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the performance, education, and preservation of Afro-Latin music.

In December 2010, Arturo traveled with the original Chico O’Farrill Afro Cuban Jazz Orchestra to Cuba, returning his father’s musicians to his homeland. He continues to travel to Cuba regularly as an informal Cultural Ambassador, working with Cuban musicians, dancers, and students, bringing local musicians from Cuba to the US and American musicians to Cuba. Currently, Arturo is the Director of Jazz Studies at CUNY’s Brooklyn College.

Arturo’s well-reviewed and highly praised “Afro-Latin Jazz Suite” from the album CUBA: The Conversation Continues (Motéma) took the 2016 Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Composition.

Philadelphia Clef Club
736-38 South Broad Street
Philadelphia Pennsylvania 19146

Tickets $35

March 17, 2018 8:00PM-12:00AM Gerald Veasley's Bass Boot Camp All-Star Concert

Gerald Veasley's Bass BootCamp All-Star Concert:
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Pablo Batista Latin Jazz Ensemble feat. Chico Huff w/ special guest Gerald Veasley & more
Divinity Roxx Trio
MICHAEL MANRING (Solo)
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Saturday, March 17th 2018
at The Ardmore Music Hall

7pm Seated Doors
7:30pm General Admission Doors
8pm Show
$25 Advance / $28 Day of Show / $37 Seated

Tickets on sale now: http://bit.ly/BassBootCamp

**Gerald Veasley**
Gerald Veasley's musical odyssey has taken him to the top of the contemporary music world as a bassist, bandleader, composer, producer and educator. He has recorded and/or performed with many of the world' stop performers in many genres of music such as; Chuck Loeb, Maysa, Kim Waters, Nick Colionne, Special EFX, Pieces of a Dream, McCoy Tyner, Gerald Levert, Teddy Pendergrass, Nnenna Freelon, Philip Bailey, the Dixie Hummingbirds, John Blake, Phil Perry, Will Downing and Pat Martino. His performance as a bassist has been top shelf, as his memorable work with the late, great Grover Washington Jr., Joe Zawinul, and the Jaco Pastorius Big Band attests.

**Pablo Batista Latin Jazz Ensemble**
Having performed with a diverse range of artists from Alicia Keys to Eddie Palmieri, percussionist Pablo Batista is a master percussionist. He is joined by Bass BootCamp (BBC) faculty member Chico Huff, one of the best bass players to come out of the vibrant Philadelphia music scene. BBC co-founder and Joe Zawinul / Grover Washington alum Gerald Veasley, and other faculty members will jam with Pablo in a finale to be remembered.

**Divinity Roxx**
American recording artist, composer, and musician (bassist). Was also chorus singer, clarinet and hand bells player as well hip-hop performer.

**Michael Manring (solo)**
Hailed by many as the world’s leading solo bassist, Michael Manring has been pushing back the boundaries of what’s possible on the bass guitar for over three decades. While his technical skill and innovations always make an impression, it is his ability to communicate on a profound emotional level that most touches listeners. As editor Tom Darter wrote in Keyboard magazine after seeing one of Michael's solo concerts, "Forget his astounding technique and musicality; forget his absolute command of his instruments; forget how seamlessly the musical ideas and the performance of them were wedded together...The enlightenment came most from feeling (seeing, hearing) the joy Michael felt to be playing...his brand of transcendental chops and musical understanding...was all in the service of the final outcome, the joy of making music."

Ardmore Music Hall
23 E. Lancaster Ave
Ardmore, Pa
21 and over

$25 Advance / $28 Day of Show / $37 Seated

March 16, 2018 5:45-8:15PM ART AFTER 5 Concert with The Gumbo Social Club

Traditional NOLA Jazz, Reggae, Ska, Jazz Standards, Blues

Free after museum admission($20 nonmembers: members free)
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia,PA

March 16, 2018 7:30PM-1:00AM Magdaliz and Her Latin Ensemble Crisol Salsa Dance Party

Germantown's oldest venue for live music continues in its tradition of providing the best in live arts and entertainment with this latest installment of the Latin Dance Music Series, "Salsa Hot, Hot, Hot!!!"
Enjoy the sounds, see a performance, and dance the night away after a quick tutorial from Flaco's Dance Factory.
Parking on & off-street, full bar and appetizers available.
Advance tickets available at LaRose Jazz Club, the Dance Factory during class hours, or using CashApp 267.972.3672

LaRose Jazz Club
5531 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19144

March 14, 2018 6:30-8:00PM Sekere Workshops with Omomola Iyabunmi at Penn Museum

Sekere Workshops with Omomola Iyabunmi

Come and play with master percussionists surrounded by ancient artifacts in the Penn Museum galleries.

Classes are all ages/all levels. BYOS (bring your own Sekere) recommended, but a limited number of Sekere will be provided.
Wednesday’s, February 7th-March 14th, 6:30 to 8:00pm

Penn Museum, University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archeology and Anthropology, 3260 South Street, Philadelphia, PA

Admission (at door) $15.00; $10.00 Museum Members, Students with ID, and children 5-17 years old

Penn Museum
3260 South St
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104

March 12, 2018 8:00PM LaNOCHE Salsa Dance Party at The Kimmel Center

Heat up the Kimmel Center each month at La NOCHE! Experience the hottest live bands as you turn up the steam on the dance floor, led by host/dance leader Kevin Ngo.

Each month, we kick off the party with The La NOCHE Band, led by master percussionist Arturo Stable. We then welcome a different guest group to light up the floor.

8-9PM – The La NOCHE Band

9PM - Main Band

Commonwealth Plaza
Inside the Kimmel Center
300 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

FREE!

March 11, 2018 8:00PM-12:00AM Salsa Nocturna at Heritage with Zapato Viejo

Join us every Second Sunday for Salsa Nocturna, our monthly Salsa Night. We'll have Zapato Viejo from 8pm to Midnight with Aaron Luis Levinson keeping the vibe going in between sets. All proceeds at the door go to Hurricane Relief for Puerto Rico.

Heritage
914 N. 2nd St
Phila, Pa 19123

March 10, 17, 24, 2018 11:00AM-1:00PM Afro-Cuban Drumming for Women Only at iMPeRFeCT Gallery

Here at iMPeRFeCT, we've noticed the lack of women drummers in our Rumbas, to remedy that, we propose:

AFRO-CUBAN DRUMMING FOR WOMEN ONLY
Start with the basics!
iMPeRFeCT Gallery is pleased to present this short series of workshops, specifically for women, in the traditions of the Afro-Cuban Rumba.

Drummer,educatorandfolklorist,ChristianNoguera,willlead these sessions in the basics of “Guaguanco”, the popular “conga and clave” music of Cuba. Here at iMPeRFeCT Gallery, we want to encourage, applaud and promote the inclusion and participation of women in the Rumba...
The Time Is Now!

● Join us on Saturdays, March 10, 17, and 24 (11am - 1pm)
● Bring your conga drum if possible.
● Fee for 3 sessions $45 Walk-ins welcome $20 a session
iMPeRFeCT Gallery
5539 Germantown Ave.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19144

March 10, 2018 7:00-10:00PM Underground at Ron's #71 with Open Hand

A House Concert & More!
Underground at Ron's #71
featuring
OPEN HAND
Joel F. W. Price - Peter Oswald - Anya Rose - Mike Stevens


Saturday, March 10, 2018
8:00pm - 10.00 PM
@ Ron's house
1012 East Southampton Avenue Wyndmoor, PA, 19038
Suggested donation of $20 taken at the door
(or less if needed)
For more info, or to reserve your seat, click HERE
Come at 7pm for the pre-concert community drum circle and potluck!
It's a great way to bring everyone together to make music, enjoy great food and drink, and get to know the performers.

March 9, 2018 7:00-9:00PM Foundation: Instrumental Voices, Acapella Tones at CEC

Come join Foundation Singers Live, with special guest percussionist Ron Howerton! An Acapella celebration of African culture, Community and the first instrument...The Voice!
The Foundation Singers formed as a trio in early 2002. They began as back-up vocalists for a nationally known Philadelphia musician/ storyteller. They have since stepped out into the fore to uplift and inspire eager folk enthusiasts and music lovers alike. Their unique blend of air-tight harmony and soulful delivery produce an angelic sound which captivates audiences wherever they perform. Their repertoire includes folk, spirituals and jazz.

The Foundation Singers musical mission is to empower, encourage, and uplift through song.

Community Education Center (CEC)
3500 Lancaster Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Tickets: $20 + $3.16 fee

March 9, 2018 8:00PM Melvin Seals and JGB with Toubab Krewe at Ardmore Music Hall

Ardmore Music Hall
23 E. Lancaster Ave
Ardmore, Pa

March 8, 2018 9:00PM Red Baraat Festival of Colors at World Cafe Live PHL

Holidelic
THURSDAY, MARCH 8 | 9pm
RED BARAAT
FESTIVAL OF COLORS

A riveting ensemble that NPR has dubbed “The best party band in years.” An unprecedented, high energy, gut-busting fusion of jazz, hip-hop beats, rock muscle, funky go-go, and scalding hot bhangra.

World Cafe Live
3025 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa
Tickets: $18 ADV - $20 DOS + FEES

March 7, 2018 6:30-8:00PM Sekere Workshops with Omomola Iyabunmi at Penn Museum

Sekere Workshops with Omomola Iyabunmi

Come and play with master percussionists surrounded by ancient artifacts in the Penn Museum galleries.

Classes are all ages/all levels. BYOS (bring your own Sekere) recommended, but a limited number of Sekere will be provided.
Wednesday’s, February 7th-March 14th, 6:30 to 8:00pm

Penn Museum, University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archeology and Anthropology, 3260 South Street, Philadelphia, PA

Admission (at door) $15.00; $10.00 Museum Members, Students with ID, and children 5-17 years old

Penn Museum
3260 South St
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104