February 15, 2013 8:00 PM Minas Duo at Burlap and Bean

Burlap and Bean
The Minas duo, featuring Orlando Haddad (guitar, vocals) and Patricia King (piano, keys and vocals), has been in the Philadelphia area for over 25 years. They've performed in all major venues, including The Kimmel Center, The Mann, The Academy of Music, The Annenberg. Their events at World Cafe Live have sold out. Minas has won "Best of Philly" twice from Philadelphia Magazine. and their latest CD "Bossa Nova Day" was indicated for 3 Grammy Awards. Minas will be performing originals from their 5 CDs (Blueazul Records), as well as Bossa Nova classics.

Orlando Haddad and Patricia King formed Minas in 1978 at North Carolina School of the Arts to bring Brazilian music to stateside audiences. They proceeded to play all over the eastern US before going back to their musical roots in Brazil, where they entertained, traveled extensively and recorded their first album, Num Dia Azul.

Today Minas is one of the most sought after Brazilian bands in the United States. Minas is built upon the duo's multiple talents as vocalists, instrumentalists and composers with an impressive grasp of the whole range of Brazilian musical idioms. At the core of any Minas show are the voices of the duo, which reflects two decades of vocal and instrumental blending. Warm and engaging, this magical sound becomes infectious when Minas adds bass, drums, percussion and horns to Orlando's guitar and Patricia's keyboards.

January 9, 2013 10:30 PM PhillyBloco New York Carnaval Bash with Mais Um

New York City Carnaval Bash
(with Mais Um!)
Saturday, February 9th
Drom NYC

Doors 10:00pm / Show 10:30pm
Tickets: $12 / $15 (adv/door)
Ages: 21+

Drom NYC
85 Avenue A (b/w 5th and 6th)
New York, NY 10009
212.777.1157

February 9, 2013 (Continuing Every Second Saturday) 2:00-3:30 PM Raíces Musical Tour CANCELLED FEB. 9TH DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

Saturday, February 9, we present Raíces Musical Tour, a free monthly program dedicated to exploring the incredible diversity of Latin American and Caribbean culture through music. Hosted by Raíces ' Co-Founder, Michael Esposito, this interactive program will show guests how music in addition to dance can be used to empower people to claim and promote their cultural identities.



The first Musical Tour of 2013 will focus on music styles of Mexico, including styles such as ballads/corridos, mariachi music and more. With the use of videos, cds, maps, and other materials, attendees will experience traveling through Mexico's many distinct regions via music.



For more information, contact Michael Esposito at 215-303-0642. Donations for the program will be accepted!
Raíces Culturales Latinoamericanas
1417 N. 2nd St.
Philadelphia Pa 19122

February 8, 2013 9:30 PM PhillyBloco Philadelphia Carnaval Bash

Philadelphia Carnaval Bash
Friday, February 8th
The Blockley


Doors 8:00pm / Show 9:30pm
Tickets: $12 /$15 (adv/door)
Ages: 21+

The Blockley
3801 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215.222.1234

February 2, 2013 8:00 PM Conjunto Philadelphia at World Cafe Live PHL

Conjunto Philadelphia is a musical ensemble based in the Philadelphia area performing the music of Pre-Revolutionary Cuba. The group's main aspiration is to maintain the authenticity of the music while performing it in a way that pays homage to Cuba's deep and treasured musical history. Genres include Son, Cha-cha-chá, Bolero, and Danzón. Artist Website Saturday, February 2nd, 2013 Show 9 pm | Upstairs Live Tickets: $12 + processing fees

January 28, 2013 8:00-11:00 PM Papo Gely at Chris' Jazz Cafe

Papo "Forajido" Gely plays Latin Fiesta music at Chris' Jazz Cafe.

January 27, 2013 2:00-5:00 PM In Memoriam: A Celebration of the LIfe and Music of Baba Robert Crowder at The Painted Bride Art Center

Kùlú Mèlé mourns the passing of our beloved founder, Baba Robert Crowder. Please join us for a celebration of his life and legacy on Sunday, January 27, 2013, 2pm – 5pm. The Memorial Service will be held at the Painted Bride Art Center, 230 Vine Street, Philadelphia 19106.

Baba Crowder was a pioneer in African dance and drumming whose influence went beyond the City of Philadelphia. He founded Kùlú Mèlé in 1969 and touched the lives of countless dancers, drummers and others who were hungry to connect with their African roots. His legacy continues with the company’s steadfast commitment to preserve and present the music of Africa and the African Diaspora and with Omo Kùlú Mèlé (the children of Kùlú Mèlé), our youth ensemble.

January 26, 2013 8:00 PM "Everybody Likes Saturday Night" A Tribute to the Life and Music of Robert "Baba" Crowder at The Fire

"Everybody Likes Saturday Night": A generation celebrates the song, music and life of Robert "Baba" Crowder. A night filled with Philadelphia's best world fusion bands who draw on they're musical roots from the Americas, Carribean, and Africa. Come out and join them as they pay tribute master percussionist and teacher Robert "Baba" Crowder.

Featuring Music By:
DJ Femi
Baba Robert Kenyatta
Prophecy Music Project featuring Chuckie Joseph and friends
Leana Song
Sonic Liberation Front
Electric Grioland
The Fire
412 West Girard ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Price $8.00

January 25 and 26, 2013 7:30 and 10:00 PM Urban Guerilla Orchestra at Warmdaddy's

Friday & Saturday
January 25 & 26
7:30 & 10:00
$15

Simply put, an extraordinary performance is one that gives people a night to remember. The Urban Guerilla Orchestra will make the perfect edition to our line up by providing Philadelphia’s best musical sound, hands down. The Urban Guerilla Orchestra can do this by having the best musical line up in Philadelphia, featuring musicians who performed with Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Patti LaBelle, Boyz II Men, Alicia Keys, The Roots and countless others. Under the leadership of the music industry veteran Henri McMillian Jr. UGO’s high energy will resonate your night from start to finish by featuring their musically diverse styles that feature sophisticated jazz, Motown classics, R+B, funk, to today’s top hits.

January 26, 2013 8:00 PM Ladysmith Black Mambazo at Longwood Gardens

Ladysmith Black Mambazo rose to worldwide fame as a result of their collaboration with Paul Simon on his album Graceland, and since then have won numerous awards, including three Grammy’s. As South African cultural ambassadors, they sing in the traditional vocal styles of isicathamiya and mbube. Saturday, January 26 8:00 pm Exhibition Hall Tickets $42. More about Ladysmith Black Mambazo They rose to worldwide fame as a result of singing with Paul Simon on his album, Graceland and have won numerous awards, including three Grammy Awards. Ladysmith Black Mambazo was formed by Joseph Shabalala in 1960 and is one of South Africa's most abundant recording artists, with their releases receiving gold and platinum disc honours. Ladysmith Black Mambazo has evolved into a mobile academy, teaching people about South Africa and its culture.

January 25, 2013 7:00-9:30 PM Brazil Tertulia: A Celebration of Brazilian Culture at Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas

BRAZIL TERTULIA: A CELEBRATION OF BRAZILIAN CULTURE

WHEN: Friday, January 25, 2013 7:00pm-9:30pm

WHERE: Crane Old School White Space 1417 North 2nd Street Philadelphia

COST: $10 Suggested donation, $5 Suggested donation for college students

Light refreshments will be served



This January, Raíces will begin the year with its signature community program, the Tertulia!



Philadelphia has a growing Brazilian community in the northeast section of the city. In collaboration with Brazil Productions, Raíces will shed light on this unique community, and explore the vibrant culture of Brazilians at this first signature Tertulia program of 2013.


The heart-pounding rhythms, graceful dances, and colorful costumes of samba are recognized worldwide as part of Brazil's cultural identity. Fatima Peters, Founder and Owner of Brazil Productions, will make a presentation about samba at the Tertulia.



Born and raised in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Ms. Peters has a wealth of knowledge on samba, as a self-taught samba dancer, dance director, and costume designer. Her 25-year-old company, Brazil Productions, brings Brazil to the U.S. through performances and entertainment.

Following Fatima Peters' presentation, the audience will enjoy an interactive samba dance performance by Brazil Production and Fuego Dance Company. Directed by Hector Serrano, Fuego Dance Company is the oldest and largest Salsa dance company in Philadelphia.


This event is open to the public; however, for adults only. We suggest a $10 donation for admission or a $5 donation for admission for college students.



Upon admission we invite you to enjoy our host of light, healthy fare and soft drinks & wine. We will have a few Brazilian specialty items for attendees to try as well.Please note, the majority of the program will be conducted in English, however there will be people available to translate some parts in Spanish and Portuguese.






On the last Friday of the month, Raíces presents its signature Tertulia. This event - generally for adults only- is one of Raíces' most popular programs that presents lectures and discussions on cultural topics. During each Tertulia, after the invited guests' presentation and open public discussions, the microphone is opened to any individual or group who would like to share their talents in music, poetry, dance, etc. Raíces calls this cultural encounter in the café atmosphere "a retreat for the soul."

January 24, 2013 8:00 PM Femi Kuti and The Positive Force at World Cafe LIve PHL

Femi Kuti was born Olufela Olufemi Anikulapo Kuti on June 12, 1962 in London. He grew up in Lagos, Nigeria, where, at 15, he started playing saxophone in his father’s band, Egypt 80. In 1986 he formed his own band, the Positive Force. His first record was released in 1995 by Tabu/Motown, followed four years later by Shoki Shoki (MCA), which garnered widespread critical acclaim. In 2001 he collaborated with Common and Mos Def on Fight to Win, an effort to cross over to a mainstream audience, and started touring the United States with Jane’s Addiction. In 2004 he opened The Shrine, his club, where he recorded the live album Africa Shrine. After a 4-year absence due to personal setbacks, he re-emerged in 2008 with Day by Day and Africa for Africa in 2010, for which he received two Grammy nominations. In 2012 he was both inducted into the Headies Hall of Fame (the most prestigious music awards in Nigeria) and was the opening act on the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ European Tour. He continues to expand the diversity of his artistry on his forthcoming (2013) album No Place for My Dream. Artist Website Thursday, January 24th , 2013 Doors 7 pm | Show 8 pm | Downstairs Live Advance Tickets: $25 - $35 + processing fees Day of Show Tickets: $28 - $38 + processing fees

January 22, 2013 6:00-7:30 PM African Dance Workshops with Mama Kariamu Welsh at the Painted Bride

African Dance Workshops with Kariamu Welsh
Tuesdays | 6pm – 7:30pm
$10. per workshop, $50. for purchase of the entire class package

Jan. 22
Jan. 29
Feb. 5
Feb. 12
Feb. 26
March 5

CLICK HERE to buy the entire class package.

Contemporary African Dance Workshop
The Umfundalai Technique
History, Traditions and Styles As Expressed Through Rhythms
Taught by Mama Kariamu Welsh

Come with your heart and soul and be prepared to move. The Umfundalai workshop is a holistic experience that accepts you as you are and focuses on the dancing body in the moment. Everyone should wear comfortable clothing and bring water. Ladies, bring a laps (a piece of fabric that can be wrapped around your hips). Leave your fears, concern and issues at the door and let yourself move with spirit and rhythms.

Kariamu Welsh is a Professor of dance in the Boyer College of Music and Dance at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Dr. Kariamu is the artistic director of Kariamu & Co.: Traditions. Kariamu is the recipient of numerous fellowships, grants and awards including a National Endowment for the Arts Choreography Fellowship, the Creative Public Service Award of NY, a Pew Choreography Fellowship, a Simon Guggenheim Fellowship, a Pennsylvania Council on the Arts grant, a Fulbright Specialist award and a Senior Fulbright Scholar Award. She is the founding artistic director of the National Dance Company of Zimbabwe in southern Africa. Kariamu is the creator of the Umfundalai dance technique, a contemporary technique that has been in existence for over forty years. Kariamu has written several books and many articles on African dance.

January 20, 2013 7:30 PM International Guitar Night at Crossroads Music

International Guitar Night Martin Taylor (Scotland), Solorazaf (Madagascar), Guinga (Brazil), and Brian Gore (US) "One of the most important showcases for contemporary guitar" -San Francisco Chronicle at Calvary Center for Culture and Community, 801 South 48th Street Tickets $10-$30.

January 19, 2013 8:00 PM Joe Lovano Us Five at Longwood Gardens SOLD OUT!

Featuring James Weidman, Esperanza Spalding, Francisco Mela, Otis Brown III. Hailed by The New York Times as “one of the greatest musicians in jazz history,” Grammy Award winning saxophone giant Joe Lovano has distinguished himself as a leader with his band Us Five, who received the 2012 Jazz Journalist Award for Small Ensemble of the Year. Enjoy a complimentary coffee reception with the artist after the performance. Saturday, January 19 8:00 pm Ballroom Reserved Seating $45. More about Joe Lovano Lovano’s impressive career includes eight Grammy nominations with a win in the Best Large Ensemble category for his 2000 album “52nd Street Themes.” Since 2009, Lovano’s main vehicle for his exploration of jazz has been Us Five, a dynamic young band—which features drummers Otis Brown III and Francisco Mela, pianist James Weidman, and bassist Esperanza Spalding, the surprise new artist of the year winner over Justin Bieber in 2011 at the Grammys.

January 12, 2013 8:00 PM "Underground at Ron's" with Sharon Katz, Wendy Quick, and Quint Lange

Underground at Ron's #49
January 12, 2013
Featuring -
Guitarist/Vocalist Sharon Katz & Vocalist Wendy Quick
w/ Guest Percussionist - Quint Lange

1012 E Southampton Ave Wyndmoor, Pa 19038
8:00pm - Show Time
7:00pm - Community Drum Circle & Potluck
$20.00 or less if needed
Reserve Now at 215 233 0777 or ron@musicinthemoment.com
Pay at the door; 24 hr. notice is appreciated for cancellation.
On Street parking
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January 12, 2013 8:00 PM Debo Band at World Cafe Live PHL

Debo Band is an 11-member group led by Ethiopian-American saxophonist Danny Mekonnen and fronted by charismatic vocalist Bruck Tesfaye. Since their inception in 2006, the band has won raves for their groundbreaking take on Ethiopian pop music (think Ethiopiques), which incorporates traditional scales and vocal styles, alongside American soul and funk rhythms, and instrumentation reminiscent of Eastern European brass bands. Debo have toured Ethiopia twice, appearing at both the Ethiopian Music Festival in Addis Ababa and Sauti Za Busara in Zanzibar, the largest music festival in East Africa. In North America, they’ve shared stages with Gogol Bordello, Amadou & Mariam, Grupo Fantasma, The Family Stone, and Ethiopian great Tilahun Gessesse. Artist Website Saturday, January 12 , 2013 Doors 7pm | Show 8pm | Downstairs Live Advance Tickets: $12 + processing fees Day of Show Tickets: $14 + processing fees

January 12, 2013 8:00 PM Oliver Mtukudzi and the Black Spirits at the Painted Bride Art Center SOLD OUT!

Oliver ‘TUKU’ Mtukudzi is an internationally acclaimed composer-guitarist-vocalist-performer rivaled only by the likes of Angelique Kidjo, Hugh Masekela and Ladysmith Black Mambazo. His distinctive deep and gusty voice, socially conscious lyrics, performance energy and keen sensibility for cultural tolerance has earned him a devoted following across Africa and beyond. Pulsating rhythms, hypnotic harmonies, sweet and sultry vocals characterize TUKU’s contagious mix of music which fuses South African mbaqanga beats, Zimbabwean jit pop, chimurenga music (mbira/thumb piano) and kateke drumming from his native Kore Kore tribe. Saturday, January 12, 2013 | 8pm Zimbabwe’s Afropop Legend Oliver ‘TUKU’ Mtukudzi and The Black Spirits Concert and Dance Party Dance floor admittance: $20 in advance/$25 day of show Seated theater & dance floor admittance: $25 in advance/$30 day of show Members get 25% off

January 11, 2013 7:00PM "Her Spirit Was For Dancing" at Scribe Video Center

Her Spirit Was For Dancing

Scribe Video Center

4212 Chestnut Street 3rd Floor

Philadelphia, PA, 19104

See map: Google MapsFriday, January 11, 2013, 7:00PM
@ Scribe Video Center
$5, Free for Scribe members
director Morenike Olabunmi in person!
Presented in partnership with Reelblack
Her Spirit Was For Dancing (2013, 60 mins) chronicles the death rituals performed for Phyllis Gordon, a 92-year-old Etu member and Yoruba descendant in Jamaica, West Indies. The deceased is honored with a Christian funeral in addition to age-old African celebrations that involve the community. This film is an intimate look into the coexistence of Christian and African traditions.
Morenike Olabunmi is a Jamaican-born independent filmmaker, writer, and researcher. Her documentary, Etu & Nago: The Yoruba Connection which illumines the story of Yoruba/Nago descendants in Jamaica, West Indies, received Best Documentary Short awards at Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film and Jamerican Film and Music Festivals. It also won the Jurors' Choice award from the Brooklyn Chapter of Links Film Festival.
Ms. Olabunmi’s philosophy has been to use all available media to illuminate Africa’s contribution to world society. "As a student of African folklore I'm interested in its use in culture, its manifestations of expressive forms in both traditional and modern societies in which the themes, symbols, and protocol that permeate traditional life occupy new positions, or occur in different occasions in everyday life both on the African continent and in the African diaspora."

January 4, 2013 8:00 PM Salsa Caliente Dance Party at the Painted Bride Art Center

Friday, January 4th | 8pm Salsa Caliente – Concert – Cabaret – Dance Party $20 in advance/$25 day of show | Members: $15/$18.75 Who says New Year celebrations have to end on the 1st? Keep the party going with our first Salsa Caliente of 2013. “If you have never danced to a live Latin band, you have never danced salsa.” - Jesse Bermudez, Salsa Caliente co-producer Center City’s only nightlife scene featuring two Latin big bands at each event returns for its third season offering everyone a special opportunity to immerse themselves in tropical flavors. Before the party swings into full action, maestro Flaco of Flaco’s Dance Factory is standing by to guide beginners through their first instructional dance steps. THE VISION / HOW IT ALL GOT STARTED Looking to shake things up, the Bride’s programming team scheduled a sit down with long-time community partner Jesse Bermudez, founder of La Asociación de Músicos Latino Americanos (AMLA). Known for championing cultural and educational commitments within the Latino community and his extensive regional network of Latin musicians/orquesta, Jesse proposed creating a nightlife scene where Latin music and culture could be shared with people from all walks of life. Jesse’s vision recalls the hot salsa nights during the golden era of Latin dancing at the Palladium Ballroom in the 50’s where bands were both the sticky factor and driving force of the social scene. While plenty of nightclubs in the tri-state have a Latin night, today’s dominating trend surrounds the DJ. As national television programs continue to highlight Latin dance styles (Dancing with the Stars, So You Think You Can Dance), the love for salsa music and dancing gains mainstream popularity once again. Alongside Bermudez, the Bride is pleased to present the third dynamic season of Salsa Caliente. Come join the party!

January 5, 2013 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM " Get Inside the Movement!" Master Dance Class with Ronald K. Brown

[When]
Saturday, January 5, 2013
[Time]
12:30pm until 2:30pm


Join Kùlú Mèlé for an exhilarating Master Class with acclaimed choreographer, Ronald K. Brown! Ronald K. Brown, founder and choreographer of the Brooklyn-based Evidence, A Dance Company, makes dance stories derived from his interpretation of the human condition and refer to numerous cultural sources. These sources include history, traditions, and dance forms from Latin America, the Caribbean and Africa, combined with kinetic storytelling, modern and urban dance movement.

African and Afro-Cuban dancers and dance students of all levels are invited. Come experience Ron’s distinctive technique that effortlessly weaves African, Afro-Cuban, modern and urban dance into an exciting tapestry of movement. Join us! (Light lunch and conversation with Ron immediately following the class.)

Admission is FREE!!

Space is limited and registration is REQUIRED. RSVP by December 28th to dance@kulumele.org
Performance Garage
1515 Brandwine St., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19130
Questions? Call 215-844-3409.

December 30, 2012 8:00-11:00 PM Leana Song 2013 New Year's Eve Eve Dance Party

Leana Song http://www.reverbnation.com/leanasong Super Duper Holiday PArty Throw down! With Ewe drums! Bata! and Santa! We are back with our Monthly world music night:) Support this rich musical tradition featuring Chucki Joseph, Shawn Hennessey, Wesley Rast, Elliot Garland, Cito Candell, Tickets HAVE BEEN REDUCED TO $5

December 29, 2012 8:00 PM to Midnight "CEC Bantaba" at Community Education Center

Greetings Come Out and Support CEC Efforts to Bring Dance Africa Here to Philly! Saturday, December 29, 2012 Kwanzaa Affair!
3500 Lancaster Avenue from 8pm to Midnight!
$5/$10 Donations, Vendors Welcome, Bring Food, Your Drum, Your Body, and Creativity! Let's Bring in the New Year with a Bang! Bantaba is the Dance Circle of Life!

December 28, 2012 6:30-8:00 PM Papo Gely : Los Latinos del Son at the Barnes Foundation

Papo Gely: Los Latinos del Son The renowned Puerto Rican singer, songwriter, and producer performs love songs with lush Latin American melodies and tropical rhythms. December 28, 2012 6:30–8 pm 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Free with admission Tickets allowing entry into building, special exhibition and performances in the Court are available on-site the day of visit. $10; free for members For tickets, call: 888.616.0277

December 23, 2012 2:00-5:00 PM Parranda Navideña at Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas

On Sunday, December 23 Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas invites you to their Parranda Navideña, where they will have a holiday themed Descarga that is free to the public!

December 15, 2012 7:00 PM AMLA Holiday Recital 2012

191 W. Hunting Park Ave Join Us for our end of semester celebration!!! Our Recital will feautre performances from AMLA's Youth Ensembles and select students. Doors Open at 6:30 pm show begins at 7:00 pm AND dont forget its FREE so bring the entire FAMILY!

December 15, 2012 8:00 PM Alo Brasil "The Underground Sessions"

Alo Brasil " The Underground Sessions" The Second installment of Alo Brasil's musical transcendence. Come and enjoy all the energy and passion of one of the most dynamic musical groups in the Philadelphia area in a new streamlined lineup! Food and drink specials designed for the night! $10 cover / 21+ Underground Arts 1200 Callowhill St., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19123 Tickets

December 12, 2012 6:00 PM to midnight Urban Guerilla Orchestra Concert and Toy Drive

Season's Greetings and Best Wishes to All! Temptations Banquet Facility proudly presents UGO-Urban Guerilla Orchestra's (www.ugofunk.com) 1st Annual Holiday Toy Drive Extravaganza Featuring The Incomparable

UGO - Urban Guerilla Orchestra Also Starring The Fabulous Ebonys (You're The Reason Why, Forever and more) Universal Dance and Drum Ensemble (Recognized as one of the best by Kings, Queens and Dignitaries from all over The African Continent.) and Surprise Guest Appearances by some of the hottest acts in The Industry! Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012, 6PM - 12 Mid. Temptations Banquet Facility 220 W. Chelten Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-286-1005 Admission: one unwrapped new toy or gift card worth 10.00 or more per person. Cash Bar.....BYOF.....Free Parking Information: Henri.....267-650-8795 Skip.....609-332-2754 Victor.....2567-650-8795 Event co-supported by: Temptations Banquet Facility, Black Professional News, Teuschers Chocolates

December 14, 2012 7:30 PM The Peace Train's 20th Anniversary Kickoff Concert at Tin Angel

The Peace Train 20th Anniversary Kickoff Concert: Tin Angel - Dec. 14, 7:30pm 20 years ago, The Peace Train performing group was formed in South Africa to help Nelson Mandela end apartheid and promote the country's first democratic elections. It started as a 500-voice, multiracial choir backed by Sharon's 10-piece band - a first in South Africa! Traveling by train around the country and performing at each stop, it became a moving billboard for Mandela's vision of the new South Africa. As we prepare for the 20th anniversary of that ride to freedom, peace, truth & reconciliation, we're doing a special kickoff concert in Philadelphia at Tin Angel, 20 S. 2nd St. Get the best reserved seats for the concert by having dinner at Serrano's Restaurant on the 1st floor. Reservations & Info: 215-928-0770

December 13, 2012 9:00 PM -2:00 AM "AFROCENTRIC" at the Walnut Room

1709 Walnut St.

JOIN US AS WE UNVEIL THE MUSICAL SECRETS OF AFRICA AT WALNUT ROOM. AFROCENTRIC IS AN AFRICAN MUSICAL EXPERIENCE THAT FOCUSES ON THE RHYTHMS OF EVERY CORNER OF THE MOTHER LAND. DJ NIKO & BROTHA ONACI WILL BE YOUR RESIDENTS WITH A SPECIAL GUEST Mr. FEMSTAR BOTTLE SERVICE AVAILABLE / CAKES AVAILABLE FOR BIRTHDAYS POP-UP BOUTIQUE BY SHOPLEDERNIERCRI.COM: COME DO YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING WITH US !! COVER: FREE w/flyer BEFORE 10pm / $5 AFTER

December 8, 2012 3:00 PM Layne Redmond's "Priestesses of Rhythm: Past, Present, and Future" Live Streaming Event

Priestesses of Rhythm: Past, Present, Future Dec. 8 at 3pm EST Livestreaming through Google+ Hangout I'll be giving a short slide presentation on the ancient frame drumming priestesses and telling the story of how the frame drum drew me to Brazil to discover the amazing music, dance and traditions of priestesses of candomblé. Rosangela Silvestre will be joining us from Brazil to speak about the contemporary priestesses from the candomblé traditions in Bahia, Marguerite Rigoglioso speaking of Reawakening the Ancient Mediterranean Priestesshoods, Betty Lynn Schwab, who is dedicated to recapturing frame drumming for Christian worship today, Christine Stevens speaking of the healing power of rhythm, Rowan Storm speaking of spiritual traditions of Kurdish women frame drummers, Michelle Gould, an amazing astrologer on the heavenly aspects behind these traditions, Karen Tate of Voices of the Sacred Feminine and Miranda Rondeau on the frame drum and the sacred. I'll going to talk about how I was drawn to Brazil and began filming the priests and priestesses who dance the gods and goddesses down to earth to the amazing drumming of candomblé. And we'll be speaking about the process of completing this film, Axé Orixá on these fantastic traditions.From Layne Redmond:

December 9, 2012 1:00 - 6:00 PM "Sal Y Dulce" Accion Colombia's Annual Holiday Party

December 7, 2012 8:00 PM "Brasil in Philly" Party at 7165 Lounge

"BRASIL IN PHILLY" will be a year-end celebration of the rich Brazilian cultural scene in Philadelphia. Highlights of this INCREDIBLE PARTY will include: *DJ GINGA spinning rootsy Brazilian samba, funk, and forró *CAPOEIRA RODA hosted by FICA PHILADELPHIA *SAMBA/PAGODE set with members of ALÔ BRASIL AND FEATURING, DIRECT FROM RIO DE JANEIRO! A LIVE PERFORMANCE by PANDEIRO REPIQUE DUO http://vimeo.com/54026968 http://www.pandeirorepiqueduo.com.br/ Pandeiro Repique Duo is the result of combining two of the most typical instruments of “Carioca-Soul”- the actual soul of Rio de Janeiro: pandeiro and repique, two traditional instruments of Brazilian percussion. Bernardo Aguiar (pandeiro) and Gabriel Policarpo (repique) bring these instruments together to produce a sound that transcends their regional origins. The result is an amazing, unlimited and sonorous effect. This will be Pandeiro Repique Duo's last night in the US before returning to Brasil so you won't want to miss this unforgettable evening!!! Friday, December 7, 2012 Doors 8pm $10 cover 7165 LOUNGE 7165 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA

December 5, 2012 8:00 PM " Os Mutantes" at World Cafe Live PHL

Os Mutantes Those who have not heard the music of Os Mutantes have undoubtedly experienced their influence. Os Mutantes' cut-and-paste, sonic collage approach and their tendency for cultural irony, is an aesthetic now prevalent in modern music. The band has received praise from a growing list of luminaries including the Flaming Lips, David Byrne, Devendra Banhart and Of Montreal. But of any contemporary musician, it is Beck who appears their direct heir. For his part, Beck readily admits a longstanding admiration for the Mutantes, even dedicating his song "Tropicália" from the album Mutations to the band. Wednesday, December 5, 2012 Doors 7pm | Show 8pm | Downstairs Live Advance Tickets: $17 - 27 + processing fees Day of Show Tickets: $20 - 30 + processing fees

December 4, 2012 8:30-11:00 PM Pandeiro Ripique Duo - CD Release Party at Underground Arts

Tension Rod Recordings and Underground Arts presents: Direct from Rio de Janeiro. It's the PANDEIRO REPIQUE DUO/ C.D. Release Party. Featuring: Bernardo Aguiar (pandeiro) and Gabriel Policarpo (repique). Rhythmic composition and technical virtuosity mix for an unforgettable night of percussive bliss. With special guests: Multi-instrumentalist Carlos Malta; www.carlosmalta.com.br Max Pollak of Rhuma Tap; www.rumbatap.com/about-max.html Brasilian singer Aline Paes; www.facebook.com/alinemusica Dont miss this chance to see 2 of Rio's finest percussionists on stage together for the first time in Philadelphia. www.pandeirorepiqueduo.com.br www.tensionrodmusic.com Tickets: www.ticketweb.com/fb/3202374/uarts Price: USD10.00 Doors open at 7:00 ; show starts at 8:30 pm

December 2, 2012 1:00-4:30 PM Pandeiro Repique Duo Workshops at Asian Arts Initiative

Asian Arts Initiative (Salon Space): 1223 Vine St., Philadelphia, PA The "Pandeiro Repique Duo" is a remarkable combination of two of the most common percussion instruments of the "Carioca-Soul"- the soul of Rio de Janeiro: the pandeiro and the repique. PRD percussionists Bernardo Aguiar (pandeiro) and Gabriel Policarpo (repique) creatively unite these classic Brazilian instruments to produce a sound transcendent beyond their regional origins. Watch PRD's New Video!!! http://vimeo.com/54026968 Bernardo and Gabriel will offer two exciting workshops that feature their music al concepts as a duet, presenting innovative approaches to playing and creating compositions on the pandeiro and repique. Bernardo demonstrates how the pandeiro is truly a "pocket drum set" capable of playing practically any rhythm, and Gabriel, equally versatile with the repique, introduces participants to a new contemporary language in the world of samba. In these hands-on workshops, Pandeiro Repique Duo (PRD) share their original compositions with students, using pandeiros, repiques, other samba instruments, and even body language. Though rooted in the samba school tradition of Rio de Janeiro, their rhythmic cosmos encompasses many other Brazilian and universal rhythms. Sunday, December 2, 2012 Brazilian Pandeiro Workshop: 1pm-2:30pm Samba Drumming Workshop: 3pm-4:30pm Fee: $20 each workshop These workshops are open to all levels. Please bring your pandeiro and/or repique if you have one. There are also limited instruments available. Don't miss their performance Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at Underground Arts and at "Brasil In Philly" at 7165 Lounge on December 7, 2012! For more info, contact: Alex Shaw 267-258-7030 alexbshaw@gmail.com

December 2, 2012 7:30 PM Kaïssa; Contemporary West African Music at Crossroads Concerts

Contemporary West African music Kaïssa "A startlingly catchy and energetic album. A voice of substance and strength. Introspective in theme, majestic in performance. A young musician who has served her time under some of the greats and has a considerable future ahead of her. Hats off." - Sing Out! Originally from Cameroon, Kaissa grew up in Paris, and quickly became a sought-after performer on the African music scene. Her career includes working with Salif Keita, Cesaria Evora, Manu Dibango, and many, many others. In New York City, where she has lived for the last 15 years, Kaissa has performed with her band at many top venues, including Joe’s Pub, Le Bar Bat, SOB’s, Zinc Bar, Central Park Summerstage, Le Poisson Rouge, and many others. She has worked with various artists including Martha Wash and Paul Simon and appeared on television with Diana Ross on Oprah. She was selected as Best Female Vocalist in the African Music Awards 2001 presented by US African Eye Magazine. Besides her own recordings, Kaissa appeared on five compilations by Putumayo World Music. Having just completed David Byrne’s world tour, Kaissa is preparing to release her new EP, working on new material and planning for the next touring season. Free children's program at 6:00 PM at Calvary Center for Culture and Community, 801 South 48th Street Tickets $10-#30.

November 30, 2012 6:00-8:00 PM Minas Trio at Woodmere Art Museum

Woodmere Art Museum 9201 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19118

November 29, 2012 Start of New Series of West African Drumming Class with Quint Lange

West African Drum Classes with Quint Lange 4 class session - $48.00 November 29, December 6, 13, 20 6 class session - $96.00 January 3,10,17,24,31, Febuary 7 Thurs. evenings 7:30 - 9:00pm take place at my home 1012 E Southampton Ave Wyndmoor PA 19038 Please let us know if you will be attending. Checks are made payable to Ron Kravitz Thanks! Ron Ron Kravitz ron@musicinthemoment.com MusicInTheMoment.com Shrutibox.com Vocal Groove Improvisations Community Drum/Music Circle Gatherings African Drum Classes w/Quint Lange Music For People Group Motion Flute Haven Rhythm Rings 215 233 0777

November 24, 2012 at 7:00 PM and November 25, 2012 at 4:00 PM Kùlú Mèlé and The Requisite Movers (TRM) Let the Roots Show

General Admission: $20 in advance/$25 day of show Children 12 and younger: $12 in advance/$15 day of show Tickets are available at the Painted Bride Box Office, Tuesday – Saturday, 12:00pm – 6:00 pm, by telephone: 215 925-9914, or online at www.paintedbride.org. Let the Roots Show is an inspired collaboration between Kùlú Mèlé African Dance & Drum Ensemble and The Requisite Movers. With new works by FlyGround’s Lela Aisha Jones, Kùlú Mèlé’s Cachet Ivey and Acacia Reed, and a reworking of Oya choreographed by Kùlú Mèlé Artistic Director Dorothy Wilkie you don’t want to miss Let the Roots Show: Kùlú Mèlé and The Requisite Movers. Founded in 1969 by Baba Robert Crowder, Kùlú Mèlé has been guided by Artistic Director Dorothy Wilkie for more than 20 years. The company is known for infusing African dance with urban American flair. Lela Aisha Jones, Artistic Conceptualist, Founder & Director of FlyGround and Deneane Richburg of Brownbody, serve as co-founders of The Requisite Movers, which was formed in 2010 to produce the works of Black female movement artists. Let the Roots Show is presented as part of Kùlú Mèlé’s Celebration of African Dance & Drumming: Dance to the Rhythm of the Drum, which is made possible with the generous support of the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency, and Dance/USA Philadelphia. Leadership Support for the New Stages for Dance Initiative is provided by MetLife Foundation. New Stages for Dance is a program of Dance/USA Philadelphia. Lela Aisha Jones - FlyGround is an artist in residence at Mascher Space Co-op, which is also a fiscal sponsor for The Requisite Movers. Painted Bride Art Center 230 Vine Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106

November 23, 2012 8:30-10:30 PM Abigail Lorena at Tamalex II

Noche Mexicana y Revolucion Tamalex II Restaurant

November 21, 2012 7:30 PM "Sittin' In" hosted by Pablo Batista and the Mambo Syndicate

Free at the Kimmel Sittin' In Hosted by Pablo Batista and the Mambo Syndicate Commonwealth Plaza Wednesday, November 21 7:30pm Join us as Philly's hottest musicians revisit the classic jam session on the Plaza Stage! This month's host is Pablo Batista. A Temple University grad, Batista has been a percussionist for over 31 years. In 2000, he was the recipient of the distinguished Pew Fellowship Award in Folk Art. He also toured and recorded with the late Grover Washington, Jr. and Alicia Keys. He has been teaching percussion for the Latin American Music Association (AMLA) for over 15 years and has performed and recorded with such artist as: Bono, Jeffrey Osborne, Teddy Pendergrass, Eddie Palmieri, Manny Oquendo Conjunto Libre, and the Philadelphia Orchestra. Sittin' In is back by popular demand. Come groove in Commonwealth Plaza to an eclectic mix of horns, vinyl, and vocals. Each month we'll bring you a different session featuring a special guest host, alongside their band of choice, plus DJ sets by Philly's own DJ PHSH. The first set will feature the hottest up and coming young performers on the scene, followed by a jam session showcasing the host and selected talent from near and far.

November 18, 2012 7:00 PM "M is for Musica" Latin Alternative Indie Showcase at The Legendary Dobbs

AfroTaino Productions, in cooperation with the American Red Cross, presents M is for MUSICA - Latin Alternative Indie Showcase The Official Hurricane Sandy Relief Benefit Concert SUNDAY NOVEMBER 18, 2012 DOORS 7PM DONATION $10 - (MAJORITY OF PROCEEDS GO TO THE RED CROSS) 21 & OVER THE LEGENDARY DOBBS 330 SOUTH STREET PHILADELPHIA PERFORMING LIVE ONSTAGE : EL MALITO ELEANOR DUBINSKY FRANCO OLIVO PAPO GELY DJ RAHSAAN TIVATIVA VENISSA SANTI

November 18, 2012 2:00-5:30 PM Sunday Social at Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas

SUNDAY SOCIAL WITH RAICES ' STAFF WHEN: Sunday, November 18 2:00pm-5:30pm WHERE: Crane Old School White Space 1417 North 2nd Street Philadelphia, PA 19122 PRICE: FREE!

November 16 and 17, 2012 8:30-10:30 PM "Fela: Rhythms of Desire" at the Annenberg Center

African Rhythms Drum and Dance Troupe and The Inspiration present our original Fall collab show, Fela: Rhythms of Desire. Friday, November 16th & Saturday, November 17th 8:30pm Harold Prince Theater, Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts 3680 Walnut Street $8 on the walk and $10 at the door Please forward any questions or ticketing requests to africanrhythms.upenn@gmail.com or jlowe222@gmail.com

November 16, 2012 "Feet Active" Fundraiser at Studio 34 Yoga with Unidos da Filadelfia

Friday, November 16, 2012 8:00pm until 1:00am Studio 34 4522 Baltimore Ave Philadelphia PA All the proceeds to benefit buildOn. (www.buildon.org) WELCOME BACK, FEET ACTIVATORS! We are bringing you a delicious Autumn (our favorite season) version of our Community Event! Please join us for this Feet Active Fundraiser benefit for Beyond Asana YTT’s fundraising efforts to build a school in Nepal with nonprofit buildOn. This time we are upping the ante! Not only will you get YOGA, VEGAN/GF CUPCAKES and the BEST substance free DANCE PARTY in Philly, you will get oodles more! This is unreal..... Grounded Yoga Flow with Brittany Policastro: 8-9pm Unidos da Filadelfia Live Drumming: 9-10pm Dance Party with Lina Luv and Peter Parker AND Special Guest Juanderful Juan!: 10pm-1am Photo Booth w/ Nick Antony Photography 10pm-12am Free Vita Coco Coconut Water!!! Vegan/GF Cupcakes!! Raffles with great prizes including: -1 Acupuncture treatment from Lina Luv aka Caroline Grace Ashurst of Restorative Harmony Acupuncture -1 Dozen Cupcakes from our bakestress, LPizzle (YUM!) - 1 Private Yoga session with Beyond Asana founder, Brittany Policastro ($120 value)

November 15 and 16, 2012 7:00 PM Street Grace Series: Native Portals of Lynching and Love by Flyground/Lela Aisha Jones

A First Person Arts Festival Raw Event DATE: Thursday, November 15 and Friday, November 16 TIME: 7 PM LOCATION: Christ Church Neighborhood House (20 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106) COST: $15 ($12 for FPA members) The profound imagery of the noose becomes a portal towards understanding the past and future of the African/Afro/Black experience. Inspired by their personal stories, memories, and dreams, six dancers explore their exposure to this country's traumatic history of lynching and ask the question: what would it take for me to fall in love with the United States? This memoir of healing is told through intense movement, daring text, and jolting humor. Expect a dialogue-provoking night investigating heritage and home through dance. A FlyGround production. Performed by Saroya Corbett, Lela Aisha Jones, Peaches Jones, Oiya Lowe, Maritza Ogarro, and Deneane Richburg. Christ Church Neighborhood House 20 N. American Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106 Tickets: $15.

November 13, 2012 (every Tuesday) 7:00-9:00 PM Afro-Cuban Dance Class with Gilset Mora Amador at Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas

DANCE CLASSES FOR ADULTS! AFRO-CUBAN DANCE By Gilset Mora Amador WHEN: Tuesdays, 7:00PM-9:00PM PRICE: $20 per class WHO: Contact Raices for details Price: $20 per class for more information CONTACT: info@raicesculturales.org

November 10, 2012 7:00-9:00 PM "Healing Beats" fundraiser for Ana B. Hernandez

When 10 Nov 2012 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location Settlement Music School’s Mary Louise Curtis Branch, Presser Hall (auditorium) 416 Queen Street Philadelphia, PA 19147 Spaces left 228 Registration Big Beats - $15.00 (USD) (donor level ticket price) Super Beats - $25.00 (USD) (donor level ticket price) Ticket - $10.00 (USD) Minimum ticket price Shofuso’s KyoDaiko Japanese taiko drummers are teaming up with local Brazilian samba group Unidos da Filadélfia for a special concert filled with Healing Beats that will have you dancing in your seats! Location: Settlement Music School’s Mary Louise Curtis Branch, Presser Hall (auditorium) 416 Queen Street Philadelphia, PA 19147 This is a benefit concert for Ana Hernandez, a member of both KyoDaiko and Unidos drumming groups. This is a celebration of Ana’s passion for percussion and a chance for her friends to show our support as she recovers from brain surgery and continues radiation treatments. Money raised at this concert will go to help defray her medical costs. Bring cash or your checkbook - we’ll have beautiful scarves on sale with proceeds going to Ana - perfect for holiday gifts!And here's a sample of Ana singing at her benefit!

November 10, 2012 2:00-3:30 PM Latin Roots Workshop at Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas

Latin Roots Workshop explores and reveals the incredible diversity of Latin American and Caribbean culture. The workshops show how music and dance can be used to empower people to claim and promote their cultural identities. Mike and the participants will draw on the materials found in academia and in the field of ethnomusicology, in addition to the personal insights and experiences of those who attend, to expand the collective group knowledge on the subject. This is a series of workshops that takes place the second Saturday of every month. For more information please call Mike at: 267.303.0642

November 10, 2012 8:00 PM Acoustic Africa: Afropean Woman at the Annenberg Center

Celebrate the roots of traditional African music and contemporary pop and R&B with three of Africa’s most compelling singers— Dobet Gnahore, the Ivory Coast’s Grammy® award-winning singer and percussionist; Manu Gallo, the acclaimed former bassist for Belgian group Zap Mama, whose own music draws on rhythms of West Africa; and Kareyce Fotso, the young Cameroonian singer who contributes an intriguing combination of Afro-pop and blues. With musical direction by guitarist Leni Stern, this first-time mega-meeting of Afropean talent showcases a spellbinding fusion of Western and African music styles in a “beautiful and fascinating exchange going on between great artists…if you are within range of any of these shows, don’t miss it!” (Afropop Worldwide)

November 10, 2012 8:00 PM Minas Band Revisits "Gilberto/Getz" at World Cafe Live PHL

Orlando & Patricia brought Brazilian music to Philadelphia. Their interpretations of Bossa Nova are not only authentic, but original. Join them as they revisit the legendary album Getz Gilberto, along with their own bossa nova compositions.With guest artist Andrew Neu. 3025 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 215-222-1400

November 3, 2012 8:00 PM Underground at Ron's #48 "Gong With the Didg"

UNDERGROUND AT RON'S #48 (A House Concert & More!) Saturday, November 3, 2102 Presents "Gong with the Didg" Featuring Harold E. Smith - Digeridoo, Gongs, Bells, Tibetian Bowls Randy Sutin - Vibes/Percussion/Gongs Leonard "Doc" Gibbs - Percussion Their music will touch your mind, body, soul and some times make you cry, smile, dance and laugh. Together they will embark on a magical ride of sounds and rhythms. Come with an open mind and no expectations! Leave with a lightness of mind, a tingle in the body and a heart full of love. Peace, Love, Hope and Rainbow Dreams! 1012 E Southampton Ave Wyndmoor, Pa 19038 8:00pm - Show Time 7:00pm - Community Drum Circle & Potluck $20.00 or less if needed Reserve Now at 215 233 0777 or ron@musicinthemoment.com Pay at the door; 24 hr. notice is appreciated for cancellation. On Street parking