African/African-American

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