Napoleon Revels
Bey- Latin, African, and Caribbean Music
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“Al Andalusia to Dizzy” Latin, African, and Caribbean Music Assembly Virtual
This live virtual music assembly leads students to trace African influences originating in West Africa, through ancient Spain, the Caribbean, and early New Orleans. FTH teaching artist Napoleon Revels-Bey demonstrates multicultural rhythms from Moorish music, West African Bantu, Caribbean Rumba, Cha-Cha-Cha, Merengue, New Orleans, and early Rock and Roll. This program includes a mix of pre-recorded music performances, live demonstrations by artists from their homes, and a live Q&A with students.
“Al Andalusia to Dizzy” Rhythm Kings Ensemble Assembly In Person TBD
Led by FTH teaching artist Napoleon Revels-Bey and the Rhythm Kings Ensemble, the award-winning "Al Andalusia to Dizzy" rhythmic elements of music may be demonstrated through the different styles of Africa, North & South America, and Europe. Choose from Latin, African, or Caribbean Programs. The Latin program is based on Afro-Cuban music and the styles of Meringue, Cha-Cha, and South American Samba. The African program includes Juju and Mozambique with various hand and body drums, homemade instruments, and paper bags. The Caribbean Program, when requested, features the steel pan and is inspired by music from the islands like Calypso, Reggae and Limbo. For grades 3 and up!
