Film Screening: Nana Dijo: Irresolute Radiography of Black Consciousness, followed by Q&A and spoken word performance by film director Bocafloja. Music by Irka Mateo Folk Quartet Featuring folk songs that were sung by descendants of the maroons in the Dominican Republic countryside, as well as Palenquera, an original song dedicated to the women of San […]
Book release party for Nuyorican poet Carmen Bardeguez-Brown, who will read from her new book, accompanied on percussion by Bobby Sanabria, with guest poets Jesús "Papoleto" Meléndez Modesto "Flako" Jiménez, Sandra María Esteves and Nancy Mercado.
Multimedia exhibit that pays tribute to Elombe Brath, Pan-African activist and artist. The opening reception featured performances by legendary jazz pianist Valerie Capers, NEA Jazz Master Jimmy Owens, multi-GRAMMY nominated percussionist Bobby Sanabria and others. Curated by Bob Gumbsand Cinque Brath. The exhibit remained open from February 25 to April 30
Multi-Grammy nominated percussionist Bobby Sanabria. This ensemble celebrates the rich legacy of jazz and Afro-Cuban music, with a repertoire that takes us on a journey through the past, present, and future of the genre. *Cost: $10 (all proceeds go to the students)
A pop-up shop/art exhibition/showcase aimed at celebrating the birthdate and developing body of work of Nelson "Chief 69" Seda, a South Bronx-based b-boy, MC, graffiti artist and youth educator. The daylong celebration will include spoken word and hip hop performances by friends, as well as a special guest and the premiere of the "Bronx Cheer" […]