Cultural Performances & Drum Ensembles
Electrifying West African drumming, polyrhythmic ensemble arrangements, and interactive cultural presentations led by master percussionist Mama Fasi.
Ensemble Artistry Grounded in Tradition
Throughout her 50-year career, Mama Fasi has directed leading cultural performing arts ensembles including Iya Ilu (Mothers of the Drum) and The Imani African-American Dance Company. Her stage presentations unite traditional West African drumming, djembe solos, dunun polyrhythms, and dynamic call-and-response chants.
Performances can be tailored for:
- University & Museum Presentations: Engaging cultural lectures paired with live instrumentation.
- K–12 School Assemblies: High-energy educational performances introducing students to rhythm and cultural history.
- Community Festivals & Celebrations: Celebratory drumming circles inviting audience participation.
- Ceremonial & Sacred Events: Traditional ceremonial drumming honoring ancestral connection and fellowship.
“Linda Thomas Jones is a most gifted performing artist and master teacher. When you hear the electric sound of her drums, you are immediately drawn into the passion and greatness of the culture.”
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