Sidiki Sylla, Master Dancer from Guinea, West Africa | Ismaël Bangoura, Master Drummer from Guinea, West Africa | Demba Djiby Ndalar Sene, Master Artist from Senegal, West Africa | Drummers: Autumn Mayer, Craig Meyers and Simeon Chapin | Dancers: Zÿck Baggett, Jamaica White, Kimberly Caterino, Ela Chapin, Brianna Graves, Michael Holmes, Erin Hughes, Alexis Kamitses, Abby Russell, Dayna Scott, Lois Trombley, and Jamilah Vogel
Influences
Our overarching influences are the cultural drum and dance traditions of Guinea, Senegal and Mali, West Africa.
As we study and learn these traditions, we are influenced by the master artists living and teaching in Burlington; Sidiki Sylla, Ismael Bangoura and Demba Sene. Other artists that have influenced us over the years include Joh Camara, Sekouba Camara, Sali Camara, Djeneba Sacko, Moussa Traore, Malang Bayo, Abdoulaye Sylla, Mohammed Camara, Ali Diabate and many, many more!
Jeh Kulu Dance and Drum Theater invites you to join us in celebration through traditional West African music and dance. In the Bambara language of Mali, "Jeh Kulu" means "community" and this is exactly what we hope to build with our audiences! Founded in 1993, Jeh Kulu brings together people of all ages and backgrounds to honor the joyous traditions of West Africa.
Our vision is to raise cultural awareness, build a sense of community, and, at the same time, have fun! Jeh Kulu is comprised of sixteen talented artists who share traditional rhythms and dances from the countries of Guinea, Senegal and Mali, West Africa. The group features master artists who are well-known in their own countries, and also highly-trained American artists who have extensive experience in the field of education and social services. Please enjoy the following video to get a sense of what our company and community is all about!
Grateful for the connection and sharing our music..have a great week and keep in touch..peace, B2P Promotions.. !!!!Check out the new videos on my page!!!!Comments are greatly appreciated... Merci pour la connexion et du partageant de notre musique .. ont une semaine grande et sont en communication la paix .., les Promotions de B2P.. !!!! Vérifiez les nouvelles vidéos sur ma page!!!! Les commentaires sont beaucoup appréciés..
Liberate is under 4 weeks away…do you have your ticket?
10+ hours of music with: Rubblebucket Orchestra, Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad, Spiritual Rez, Twiddle, Dead Sessions, Gordon Stone Band, DJ Craig Mitchell , Jeh Kulu African Drum and Dance, DJ Natty Megs, DJ Fattie B, DJ Big Dog and many more.
Liberate is all ages and a zero waste event. Children under 12 are free.
Liberate will feature:
Magic Hat beer gardens and many other local / natural food vendors. Tons of events and things to see- yoga, massage, reiki, yoga dance, sound healing, face and body painting, fire dancing, henna, an open art exhibit at the Bundy Center, a fully staffed kids play area, silent auction, artists market and more!
Advance tickets are on sale now at 35$. This price will increase to 45$ at the gate. All details and tickets are available at: www. liberatevt. com
Ciao Jeh Kulu Dance and Drum Theater - Una canzone è davvero bella quando le sue note giungono dritte al cuore! - A song is really beautiful when his notes come straight to the heart! - Una canción es realmente hermosa cuando sus notas vienen directamente al corazón!
Hey there Jeh Kulu fans! Want a chance to see these cats play in the beautiful green mountains of Vermont this summer?! Check out Liberate Music and Arts Festival in Waitsfield, August 23rd for a full day of local music, food, arts, and all things positive. Short on cash or just want to show your love for the scene? We are currently accepting volunteers! Go to www. liberatevt. com for more info.
hello all you lovelies, I hope I do get to see you dancing and drumming and who knows maybe some day soon I might be doing it with you....you are all so wonderful!!! and I so loved seeing all of you in the conference vlog on 7days!! Awa, by the way rocks!!!!
Just wanted to let my friends in Jeh Kulu and the whole VT dance team know how much I love dancing and spending time with all of you. What a special community you have! Thanks for letting us hang. Love the Calderins in Cali
