Vetted Performer: Funtime Funktions - African Drumming
The Vetted Programs were created by request from SELCO public library directors and intended to involve less library staff time dedicated to individual programming plans. Library staff expressed a desire for a simple, turnkey program approach that they could easily implement and manage for their communities. SELCO and the Vetting Committee maintain a catalog of performers on contract with SELCO to provide their services. The drum is perhaps the oldest instrument in the world and one of the earliest means of communication as it derives from our very own heart beat. When we think of Africa, we often think of drumming. Mr. Sosthenes Kwesi Nunyapke, or Uncle Kwesi was born in Ghana and raised in Togo with parents from both countries. He moved to the U.S. in 1966 and has been teaching African drumming for decades. In this vibrant class, students will learn about drums such as the kenkeni, sangba, dun dun and djembe.
454 participated
Attendees will have an enhanced knowledge and understanding of the topic.
Attendees will have a Positive Experience at the library.
After seeing this program, people will want to return to the library for future programs.
Patrons and librarians will express that vetted programs are of high quality.
This program was well received by people of all ages. The overwhelming response was that everyone learned a lot about drumming and the style/culture this drumming came from, and they felt is was a professional performance. People expressed that they would return to the library for future programs. Some comments shared include: "Every kid who stopped by got to play a drum!", "The performers had a passion for their art. They were wonderful teachers and were very encouraging.", and "It's a good opportunity to bring African culture to the area".
Wabasha Public Library, St. Felix Church, Rochester Public Library, Byron Primary School, Hokah Public Library, Friends of the Hokah Public Library, Brownsdale Public Library, City of Brownsdale