IN PERSON, DROP-IN
Ubuntu is an African philosophy that expresses our humanity and interconnectedness. Drumming is an activity that brings people, groups or communities together. When these two are meshed, what we get is a musical gathering depicting our link to one another. Everyone is immediately connected through the making of music and drumming.
Take part in this interactive program that brings together impromptu musicians (made up of the audience) playing unique beats on the drums and other percussion instruments, creating rhythmic harmony and celebrating humanity. This is an intergenerational kinesthetic activity that everyone can enjoy regardless of musical ability.
PLEASE NOTE: Drums will be available on a first come, first served basis.
This program will take place outside in the Naturespace, at the Eastside Branch. If you own a drum then please bring it with you. Participants are also asked to bring their own lawn chairs.
Presented in partnership with the City of Waterloo.
About the Presenter:
Babarinde Williams, ethnomusicologist, master drummer, storyteller and motivational speaker has traveled throughout his native West Africa studying traditional percussion, dance, and storytelling techniques. He has also been featured on Tedtalks (University of Windsor) and other academic forums. Babarinde Williams has a B.A (Honors) in English and an Education Diploma from George Brown College.
In the case of inclement weather, please check this event posting for updates.
Programmer: Nancy
AGE GROUP: | Everyone Welcome |
EVENT TYPE: | Special Events |
TAGS: | Other Children's Programming |
Located at the RIM Park Manulife Sportsplex, the Eastside Branch boasts specialized creative spaces, quiet study areas, a nature education space and lots of natural light.
