Balafon music of Guinea, West Africa
Mbira music of the Shona people of Zimbabwe
Capoeira Regional and Capoeira Angola
Meet the Artist Brian Shields, is a senior student of Capoeira Angola at Mestre Themba’s school. Practicing closely with Mestre Themba and other instructors, Brian overcame severe burnout through Capoeira Angola. His journey back to clarity and productivity through this traditional art form resonates deeply with today’s overstressed young adults.
Hannah Mayree, Founder and Executive Director of The Black Banjo Reclamation Project (a Living Cultures 2024 Grantee), shares a reflection on an intergenerational learning experience that advanced cultural ties to Black music,…
California Traditional Artist Plaza

Gregory Browning

hip hop, clown, krump
Region: Greater Los Angeles, Inland Empire
Offerings: Classes Performances Private instruction Workshops
Service Location: In-person services Online/remote services
California Traditional Artist Plaza

Muisi-kongo Malonga

Traditional Kongolese Dance; Kongolese Song
Region: Bay Area
Offerings: Artistic consulting Classes Group instruction Lectures / Lecture-demonstrations Performances Private instruction Workshops
Service Location: In-person services Online/remote services
California Traditional Artist Plaza

Madiou S Diouf

West African traditional Arts!
Region: Bay Area
Offerings: Artistic consulting Classes Group instruction Lectures / Lecture-demonstrations Performances Private instruction Production Products Workshops
Service Location: In-person services Online/remote services
African-American Luthiership of the Banjo
Clown Dance/Clowning