About the Classes: Open to beginners through advanced. Offered every Sunday evening.
The classes introduce attendees to dances from Guinea, in particular. Dances from other West African countries are also presented. Yankadi, Macru, Soli, Dundunba, Lamban, Sinte, Triba, Koukou and more are among the dances taught. Live drumming accompanies the class. Class begins with a warm up with live drumming, instruction in particular steps associated with a dance (w/o drums), dancing those steps (drumming), and solo circle (drumming).
What to Bring: Water, wear comfortable dance/workout clothes, and shoes are optional.
About Djibril: Djibril Camara teaches these classes. He is originally from Guinea in West Africa. He has danced professionally for 17 years and was the principal choreographer and dancer with the Ballet du Afrique Noir, touring throughout Africa, Europe and the U.S. He has been introducing various U.S. communities to the joys of African dance for over 5 years. He has lived in Champaign-Urbana for the past 3 years.
GDC Presents - Dil Se Nachle: Ek Prem Kahani
Destiny brings two dancers together where the battle between their teams threatens to put their passion for dance and the glory of victory at stake. Will they let loyalty to their friends get in the way of true love? Or will betrayal and temptation lead them astray before they even get a chance to live out their Bollywood dreams? ********************************************************************** GDC's annual show is back, and this year, be prepared for the movie musical experience of your life as we bring all the excitement of Bollywood to Champaign!
Also, GDC productions is proud to introduce 4 new actors to the screen! Allen Mathew as Rahul Khanna Sapna Malani as Anjali Sharma Sunil Thomas as Karan Johar Merril Idiyalil as Pooja Malhotra
We have a SUPER line up for you so be sure to save the date, and don't miss out on the chance to watch the premiere of Dil Se Nachle: Ek Prem Kahani!!! ********************************************************************** *Who: All the stars of Ghungroo Dance Company *What: GDC's first movie premiere - Dil Se Nachle: Ek Prem Kahani *When: March 11, 2011 *Where: Foellinger Auditorium (Doors open at 3:30, Show starts at 4) *Why: To be part of the audience that watches UIUC’s premier dance company give you the movie experience of your LIFE as we dance our hearts out!
Chai-Town A Cappella Presents: The BrewPrint (10th Anniversary/3rd Studio Album Release Show)
Chai-Town was formed at the University of Illinois, when a group of young men came together with their love for music. They wanted to show how two seemingly different cultures can fuse together to produce something great. This vision has grown into Chai-Town A Cappella.
Last year we performed at the a cappella competition Anahat, in Berkeley, CA, as a guest act at the dance competition Naach Nation, in New York, NY, and across the Midwest. As 2012 approaches, our group will be reaching its 10th anniversary and putting out our THIRD studio album!
Chai-Town is a completely student-run, non-profit group of 17 members, each of whom has a passion for music. We love sharing this passion with our friends and family, our community, and the world.
LINGUISTICS -- Turkish Movie Night: "Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul"
"Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul" (2005), directed by Fatih Akin, 90 min., documentary, German/Turkish, with English subtitles.
Originating Calendar School of Literatures, Cultures and Linguistics Calendar
29th Annual International Dinner & Performance Night
Last year's dinner featured food from over 30 countries and entertaining cultural performances.
Last year tickets quickly SOLD OUT for the 4th year in a row! Tickets may be purchased at the front desk of the University YMCA.
Leave behind your winter doldrums for an afternoon with the perk-me-up sounds of bluegrass, swing, and jazz. The Prairie Dogs are led by Jordan Kaye on guitar and vocals and feature Josh Houchin, bass and vocals; Ken "Pappy" Holmes, banjo; and Tex Wynn, resophonic guitar.
Prairie Breezes Mini Concerts for Kids Presents I-Pan
I-Pan, a steel drum band from the University of Illinois, will make your toes tap with calypso, soca, and jazz.
Prairie Breezes presents the Mean Lids
Featuring Matt Turino, Ben Smith, and Miriam Larson--the trio is known for their sharp musicianship and their eclectic repertoire of remixed Irish, Appalachian, Old Timey and swingin’ music. And their hats—they’re also known for having the fanciest, funniest, meanest lids in town…
Afro-Brazilian Percussion Workshops with Bloco Gavião
The Robert E. Brown Center for World Music is pleased to offer Spring 2022 dates for our community samba group - Bloco Gavião -
The Robert E. Brown Center for World Music has launched a new YouTube channel!
Our first four educational videos on the channel are from the Introducing Instruments series, featuring Global
Programs of the Robert E. Brown Center for World Music are dependent upon grants, gifts, and funds raised through concerts, performances and services. The Center was established at the University