Dozens of musicians and dancers take the stage for Celebrate Africa! at BlueShore at CapU, January 30

Big bands play West African music with guests Dawn Pemberton, Khari McClelland, and others

After last year’s sold-out smash show, Celebrate Africa! returns for another evening of fabulous music and dance at the BlueShore Financial Centre for the Performing Arts at Capilano University, on January 30 at 7:30 pm.

Leading the musical brigade is Capilano University faculty member Kofi Gbolonyo, a revered performer and expert in West African traditional music and dance. The show will also include CapU’s own African Drum & Dance Ensemble, C Band, and Percussion Ensemble. A variety of incredible guests will take the stage as well, including soul vocalist Dawn Pemberton, Khari McClelland of the local gospel trio The Sojourners, pan-African drummer Albert St. Albert Smith, and more.

Celebrating the passion of African rhythm, dance, and culture, the show will feature arrangements of traditional music and dance from various African regions, plus new works and intercultural collaborations. Audience participation is encouraged.

For tickets and more information, visit BlueShore at CapU.

Post sponsored by BlueShore at CapU.

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