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Henry Street Settlement introduced our students to a professional songwriter, composer, performer and recording artist, Tom Rossi. In an African drum, dance and song workshop Tom taught our students the fundamental elements of African musical culture.The students learned a specific form of village social music called "Kpanlogo". They played drums, percussion , sang and danced in the tradition of the Ga people of Ghana, West africa. The material was conveyed through demonstration and musical notation, along with contemporary references to illustrate a parallel to the children's own culture.
Communication, respect, appreciation, listening and self-expression were important social aspects that became an integral part of the class. By the end of the workshop the students were able to create a well rounded traditional African dance party as well as have a deeper understanding of being part of a community of world culture - its rhythm, music, dance and song.
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