Engage in African traditions at 2026 Congo Square Rhythm Fest

The annual Congo Square Rhythms Festival is returning this year, bringing some of the African cultural traditions practiced ...

East St. Louis became an epicenter for African drumming. A master keeps tradition alive.

The walls of The Sunshine Cultural Arts Center in East St. Louis, seen on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, are lined with photos of ...
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Ndlovu Youth Choir sang and danced to a Zulu rendition, celebrating South African culture

The Ndlovu Youth Choir performed a Zulu rendition online, blending song and dance, and captured hearts with a celebration of ...
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Rhythm, Identity and Culture Take Center Stage at African Dance Workshop

During the African Student Association ‘s workshop Tuesday, music reverberated throughout Pennington Hall as students learned the dynamic steps of African dance. From the lively Afrobeats to ...
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Da Cruz traces her Brazilian and African musical roots

Growing up near Sao Paulo, Mariana Da Cruz knew there was more to Brazilian music than just singing Bossa Nova tunes. She wanted to branch out and combine numerous other styles like hip-hop and ...