Bernadette Smith in Pomo dress. Photo by Johnny Oliver. Bernadette Smith of Sacramento has been a traditional dancer for over 30 years and a songholder for over 17 years. The art of traditional Coastal Pomo song and dance has been practiced since time immemorial here in California. Songs and dances, known…
Ghanaian Agbekor drumming
Afro-Puerto Rican Bomba dance
Mariachi Music
Tibetan Opera
Traditional Afghan Rubab
Kala playing the violin. Photo: Courtesy of the artist.   Kala Ramnath of San Mateo, is one of India’s most adept violinists, sliding around the fretboard in a strikingly vocalistic style. Her approach is focused on Hindustani classical music, but she also incorporates ideas from her South Indian roots. In…
Madiou Diouf playing a Djembe solo. Photo: Courtesy of the artist. Madiou Diouf of Oakland, is a Sound Engineer and Musical Director for the Diamano Coura West African Dance Company. His journey in the world of music and sound engineering is a testament to the rich tapestry of…
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Lue Her

Traditional Hmong Cultural Art Forms Photo:Courtesy of the artist. Lue Her of Merced, from a young age displayed a keen interest in Hmong culture. This passion led him to pursue knowledge in the arts from elders. During his youth, Lue immersed himself in various Hmong cultural arts, which laid the…