April 5, 2014 9:00 PM Papo Buda and Salsa Dura at Isla Verde Cafe

April 5, 2014 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM Tamagawa Taiko Drum and Dance Troupe at The Painted Bride Art Center

Tamagawa Taiko Drum & Dance Troupe
Sat April 5 | 4 pm & 8 pm
$25 in advance/$30 day of show | Members: $18.75/$22.50 | Children 12 & Under: $10


Thundering Taiko percussion and visually stunning folk movements balance in unison as this top-ranking thirty-piece troupe from Japan bombards the Bride’s stage for its sixth year. Rooted in ancient Japanese tradition, Tamagawa’s high-energy performances have garnered competitive awards in Japan as well as rave reviews in the states.

April 5, 2014 1:00-4:00 PM "Drums Around The World" Percussion Party at Penn Museum

Saturday, April 5, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
World Culture Afternoon
Drums around the World

This percussion party takes guests on a musical journey from Africa to Brazil, to Ireland, the Middle East, and Native American beats, all in one afternoon. A limited number of drums are provided, and visitors are welcome to bring their own drums to the Penn Museum for the workshops—and a grand finale drum circle performance to close the afternoon in a medley of drums, cultures, and goodwill. Family crafts and a self-guided tour of instruments on display throughout the Penn Museum round out the day.

As part of the day's musical theme, guests can take a self-guided tour of instruments on display throughout the Penn Museum, including:

an mbira (finger piano) from the Shona people of Southern Africa and Zimbabwe in the Africa Gallery
a ceramic flute played by the Aztecs of Central Mexico ca. 1200–1500 CE in the Mexico and Central America Gallery
the famous Bull-Headed Lyre front piece within the exhibition Iraq's Ancient Past: Rediscovering Ur's Royal Cemetery
a wooden Elk flute created by the Dakota people of the Great Plains ca. 1880 on display in the Penn Museum's newest exhibition, Native American Voices—The People Here and Now.
The day's lineup also includes international musical crafts that enable families to take their favorite rhythms home.
KSHOPS FOR ALL AGES AND ABILITIES

Samba music has long been a symbol of Brazilian culture and Carnival. At 1:00 pm, Alex Shaw, arts educator, and Director of the Philadelphia-based Brazilian band Alô Brasil, leads guests through the foundations of samba and samba-reggae rhythms.

Lenny Seidman of the Spoken Hand Percussion Orchestra leads a tabla workshop at 1:30 pm. The tabla consists of a pair of hand drums, and is a common accompaniment for Indian folk music.

At 2:00 pm, ODUNDE365 percussion instructor Saeed Samad presents the djembe drum from West Africa, and demonstrates rhythms and techniques for guests to follow. ODUNDE 365 is an initiative that expands the signature ODUNDE festival into yearlong cultural programming and events.

The bodhrán is an open-ended Irish frame drum. By placing one hand inside the drum head, a musician can control the drum's pitch. At 2:30 pm, bodhrán instructor and award-winning musician Dave Hanson teaches guests how to achieve the sound they want from the instrument.

Joe Tayoun, internationally acclaimed Middle Eastern percussionist, and creator of an instructional Middle Eastern music app, leads a drum circle at 3:00 pm. A musician since childhood, his range includes Arabic, Turkish, Greek, Armenian, and Israeli music.

Vaughnda Hilton, Founder and Director of the Native Nations Dance Theater, explains the meaning behind the drum, different rhythms, and singing various Native American songs. Guests can practice rhythms from different nations, including Ms. Hilton's Blackfeet, Seminole, and Creek heritage.

At 3:45 pm, visitors gather for a spectacular drum circle finale, closing the afternoon in a medley of drums, cultures, and goodwill.

Co-sponsored by the University of Pennsylvania's 2013-2014 Year of Sound. Free with Museum admission.
$15 general adult admission
$13 senior citizens (65 and above)
$10 children 6 to 17 and full-time students with college ID
FREE Museum members, active U.S. military personnel, children 5 and under,
and PennCard holders (Penn faculty, staff, and students)

DRUMS AROUND THE WORLD 2014 SCHEDULE
1:00 - 1:30 pm – Samba and Brazilian Drum Workshop
1:30 - 2:00 pm – North Indian Tabla Demonstration
2:00 - 2:30 pm – African Djembe Drum Workshop
2:30 - 3:00 pm – Irish Bodhrán Workshop
3:00 - 3:30 pm – Middle Eastern Drumming
3:30 - 4:00 pm – Native American Drum Demonstration and Drum Circle Finale

University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
3260 South Street | Philadelphia, PA 19104 | (215) 898-4000 |

April 4, 2014 9:30 PM PhillyBloco Spring Dance Party at Hard Rock Cafe

PhillyBloco's Spring Dance Party at The Hard Rock Cafe is Friday, April 4th! This show was so much fun last year that they spilled out onto Market Street at the end of the night for some extra drumming/dancing.

(Tickets available HERE)

See you soon!

April 1, 2014 8:00 PM Luisa Maita Live in Concert at Fleisher Art Memorial

LUISA MAITA Live in Concert
Tuesday April 1st, 2014
Doors 8PM
$10 Admission (Walk-up Sales Only)
Fleisher Art Memorial (in the Sanctuary)
719 Catharine Street
Philadelphia
Lite Refreshments
Good Times

From AfroTaino Productions Newsletter:"It seems like yesterday that we watched, from the stage wings, a very special moment happen as Luisa Maita sang ‘Fulaninha’ live, under the Kimmel Center’s stage lights. The audience started to shimmy their shoulders, close their eyes, and smile really hard. We knew there was something about this gentle Brazilian girl and her silky voice. Two years later, we are eager to see that effect sweep over the Fleisher audience. Serving as Part Three of a continuing series of global music concerts between AfroTaino Productions & Fleisher Art Memorial, this edition brings the incredible Sao Paulo-based singer Luisa Maita back to Philadelphia, as part of her current US tour. Sultry, seductive and infused with that inimitable samba swing, Maita’s music embodies the modern spirit of Brazil. Her songs reflect influences from alternative pop and downtempo electronic music melded with an acoustic foundation deeply rooted in samba, bossa nova, and MPB (Brazilian Pop Music). This up-close & personal concert will be a one-of-a-kind experience!"

March 29, 2014 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM, and March 30, 2014 4:00 PM "Philadelphia: A Hoofer's Story"

UCTT's 6th Annual Concert
March 29 and 30, 2014

UCTT's annual show will take place on March 29 and 30, 2014 at Christ Church Neighborhood House in Old City, Philadelphia.

The show will tribute the tap history of Philadelphia.

Email UCTTinfo@gmail.com for more

March 29, 2014 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM Edgardo Cintron and The Cintron Band at Firehouse Cafe in Mt. Holly, NJ

THE FIREHOUSE CAFE I 20 Washington Street Mount Holly NJ 08060
609-261-4502
$15. cover

March 29, 2014 9:00 PM to 2:00 AM Spring Fling 2014 with The Soul Revival and DJ Shawn T at The Regal Ballroom

Description Fade 2 Black Entertainment
Presents

The 3rd Annual
Spring Fling 2014!

Performing LIVE
The Soul Revival
DJ Shawn T: Spinning all The Hits

Complimentary Lite Buffet Served, Drink Specials
NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGES PERMITTED

FREE Valet Parking, & Street Parking Available
Birthday Party Packages Available

Dress Is Fashionable: NO Jeans, Sneakers, Sports wear

For More Info & Tickets Contact
Lawrence Newton: 215.313.5073
Victor: 267.650.8795

March 29, 2014 6:00 - 11:00 PM Magdaliz Roura and Her Latin Ensemble Crisol at Ukie Club

Magdaliz and Her Latin Ensemble Crisol (a.k.a. Magdaliz Roura & her Trio Crisol) performing as an all female Latin trio for the:

The Phenomenal Women's Committee Fifth Annual Event: Honoring our Women who work hard in our communities.

When: Saturday March 29th, 2014
Where: Ukrainian American Citizens' Association
(Ukie Club), 847 North Franklin Street, 19123
What time: from 6:00pm-11:00pm.

Food will be provided along with a cash bar, and live entertainment as well.

Cover charge $10

BLACK AND WHITE ATTIRE ALSO!!!

We hope to see you all at this event once again, it's going to be BIGGER,& BETTER, so don't forget to save the date in those calendars.

March 28, 2014 7:00-9:00 PM Tertulia: "La Mujer Y La Moda" at Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas

March Tertulia: La Mujer y La Moda
Celebrate Women in Fashion for Women's History Month!

Our March Tertulia will focus on the individual journeys of women in the fashion industry and how they have found self-empowerment through their creations.


When: March 28th, 2014 ~ 7:00-9:00 PM
Where:Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas
1417 North 2nd Street
Philadelphia PA

March 27, 2014 9:00 PM Red Baraat at Underground Arts

Red Baraat
Formed in 2008, Red Baraat is a pioneering eight-piece band from Brooklyn, New York. Conceived by Sunny Jain, the group has drawn worldwide praise for its singular sound -- a merging of hard driving North Indian bhangra rhythms with elements of jazz, go-go, brass funk, and hip-hop. Created with no less a purposeful agenda than manifesting joy and unity in all people, Red Baraat’s spirit is worn brightly on its sweaty and hard-worked sleeve. And is being returned to them in cities all over the world, as word spreads of the band’s incredibly powerful live performances.
Underground Arts
1200 Callowhill St.
Philadelphia PA
Tickets: $ 17.

March 26, 2014 8:00 PM Arturo O'Farrill and the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra at Lafayette College

Grammy winner Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra return to Lafayette College for a performance 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26 at the Williams Center for the Arts.

Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at http://williamscenter.lafayette.edu/performance-series-2/jazz-masters/ or by calling the box office at (610) 330-5009 from noon to 2 p.m., and 4 to 5 p.m. on weekdays, plus one hour before the performance.

In its two previous Williams Center performances, the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra saluted the great big band traditions of Cuba and its enduring musical influences throughout contemporary jazz. Bandleader and pianist Arturo O’Farrill formed ALJO in 2002 to preserve the treasure trove of charts and arrangements from the past, while pioneering new music and fresh compositions by today’s top musical talents.

This impeccable repertory and exemplary big band musicianship have garnered Arturo and the ALJO a slew of awards, including his 2006 Grammy for A Song for Chico, in tribute to legendary bandleader—and his father—Chico O’Farrill. Critical accolades and audience fervor greet the band wherever it is heard.

Funding support for Lafayette’s Jazz Masters series is provided by the National Endowment for the Arts. WDIY 88.1 FM is media sponsor for this event.
WILLIAMS CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Lafayette College
Easton, PA 18042
(610) 330-5010
Fax (610) 330-5642
Box Office (610) 330-5009
Art Gallery (610) 330-5361
College Theater (610) 330-5326

March 26, 2014 6:30 to 8:30 PM "Wine Down Wednesdays" Spring Jazz Series at Hotel Monaco

Wednesday, March 26th is the launch of Wine Down Wednesday at Stratus Rooftop Lounge in Hotel Monaco.

Here are a few of the band members who will be performing next Wednesday, the talent coordinator Leo Gadson of The Producer's Guild, and one of the exhibiting artist (to the far left, Jerry Puryear).
Brent White (trombone) is bringing along Craig Ebner (guitar), Wayne Smith (drums), and Jason Fraticelli (bass).

We look forward to hosting you at this wonderful event, an evening that will include live jazz by Brent White & Friends, art by Jerry Adam Puryear and Morris Marquise Burns, a screening of Thelonious Monk: Straight No Chaser, and complimentary appetizers and first glass of wine.

We must advise, tickets can only be purchased in advance. We cannot accept payment for entry at the door. Purchase your tickets and reserve your spot at www.indigo-bleu.com

March 22, 2014 8:00-11:00 PM Rumba with Las Gallas featuring DJ Rahsaan at West Kensington Ministries

RUMBA WITH LAS GALLAS – featuring DJ RAHSAAN
Saturday March 22, 2014 ; 8PM – 11PM ; $10 Tickets
West Kensington Ministries
2140 North Hancock Street
Philadelphia
(Corner of Susquehanna Avenue in Norris Square)

From AfroTaino Productions Newsletter: "A few weeks ago, dozens of arts & culture heads and aficionados gathered under one roof to raise funds for Philadelphia’s leading all-Latina performance arts collective, Las Gallas, and their upcoming trip to Cuba. The renowned troupe has been invited to participate in a major poetry festival in Havana, and we all want to see this dream accomplished. The night was a bohemian smorgasbord: live performances by renowned artists like Arturo Stable, Sonia Sanchez, Pablo Batista & more kept us bubbling with warmth all night. Because they still have a way to go to reach their financial goal, Las Gallas are hosting a Part 2 fundraising event…and it’s a dance party! So that means, if you missed the first event, or if you went and didn’t get a chance to shake it a bit, now’s your chance to join the dance. Our very own DJ Rahsaan (of AfroTaino Productions) will keep you moving with his Afro-Latin global funk grooves. Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of this effort. Bring your dancing shoes – because this is a RUMBA!"

March 22, 2014 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM Celeste Polanco y la Orquesta de Hector Rosado y Hector Rios at Isla Verde Cafe

Isla Verde Cafe
2725 N. American St.
Philadelphia PA
$5. cover
DJ at 9:00 PM

10:00 PM Salsa dance party with Celeste Polanco Y La Orquesta de Hector Rosado Y Hector Rios

March 21, 2014 9:00 PM to 12:00 Midnight Bronson Tennis and Papo Buda at Manny Brown's

March 19, 2014 9:00 PM Orquesta del Barrio at Eden Lounge at Harrah's Casino, Atlantic City, NJ

March 20, 27 and April 2, 10, and 17, 2014 5:00-7:30 PM Minas Bossa Nova Lounge at Chima Brazilian Restaurant

From Orando and Patricia:
We're pleased to continue our performance series at Chima Brazilian Steakhouse. Great opportunity to hear us and experience this fabulous authentic restaurant and their beautiful bar. This week they're offering free valet with dinner and $10 off the $52.50 price. That includes unlimited Brazilian rodizio meats, fish, and the salad bar - which is extraordinaire.

We will be playing in the bar. featuring happy hour, half price drinks and choice of 3 mini bite size appetizers for $12.95.
More info below.

It's fun! No cover. Hope to see you there.

Orlando & Patricia

March 18, 2014 6:00 PM Jazz at The Kimmel Residency Program with Pablo Batista

We are thrilled to present a comprehensive, season-long Jazz Residency program that puts the spotlight on three local artists who will bring cutting-edge performances and workshops to SEI Innovation Studio. Selected by an incredible panel of Jazz experts from across the country, the artists will explore the jazz tradition with a fresh new approach that features new music, incorporates elements drawn from other musical genres including Afro-Cuban, Bata rhythms of the Yoruba, and Hip-Hop.

Admission is FREE, tickets required.

PUBLIC WORKSHOPS: Be a part of the creative process! Join our Jazz Residency artists for an interactive public workshop designed to incorporate YOUR creativity and input as each project, selected by an incredible panel of jazz experts from across the nation, continues to expand and develop from their original concepts to complete new works.
Pablo Batista

Tue, Mar 18 | 6pm
SEI Innovation Studio
RESERVE FREE TICKETS

Collaborating Artists: Pablo Batista and the Mambo Syndicate, and Dennis Guevara (Pianist & Music Arranger)

About the Project: In collaboration with Dennis Guevara—pianist and arranger for Pablo Batista and the Mambo Syndicate—our concept is to fuse 3 genres of music: the ancient Bata rhythms of the Yoruba, Afro-Cuban rhythms, and jazz.

March 14, 2014 6:00-8:00 PM "Honoring Ancestors": Spring Open House at Philadelphia Folklore Project

HONORING ANCESTORS: SPRING OPEN HOUSE at PHILADELPHIA FOLKLORE PROJECT
March 14: 6 PM - 8 PM (FREE)
Philadelphia Folklore Project
735 S. 50th St.
Philadelphia Pa
215-726-1106
Join Keepers of the Culture (KOTC), an organization that seeks to perpetuate African and African American oral traditions, for an evening of storytelling, with the exhibition Honoring Ancestors as the backdrop. KOTC members will share stories recognizing people who paved the way for today's practitioners of African-rooted dance and drumming. Stop by to visit the exhibition, listen and respond to stories, and (if you like) share your own recollections. Refreshments!