For more than 17 years, Orquesta Afinke has been bringing the energy, rhythm, and passion of Latin music to audiences throughout the Northeast. Led by trombonist Tito Planas and percussionist Samuel Díaz Jr., this powerhouse ensemble features seasoned musicians whose credits include performances with renowned artists such as Frankie Negrón, Tony Vega, Charlie Cruz, Choco […]
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The 92-year-old BOBBY RUSH is a three-time Grammy® Award winner for “Best Traditional Blues Album” for “Porcupine Meat,” “Rawer than Raw” and 2024’s “All My Love For You.” He is also a 16-time Blues Music Awards winner (with 56 career nominations), and has been inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame, Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame and Rhythm &
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The Norwalk International Cultural Exchange (NICE) Announces Headliner “Bushman” on the Main Stage for their milestone 10th Annual NICE Festival, Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Oyster Shell Park, Norwalk, CT. It was Ten years ago that “Bushman” headlined the main stage at the very first Norwalk NICE Festival. We are excited to announce the Internationally
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The following organizations provide direct impactful disaster relief for Jamaica in the aftermath of hurricane Melissa American Friends of Jamaica Disaster Relief Fund American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) Disaster Relief Fund, a nonprofit based in the United States that has been aiding Jamaica since 1982, provides emergency aid—including food, shelter, and rebuilding — to communities affected
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Custom Music Education sharing North American Musical Heritage Celebrate North American musical traditions with immersive, artist-led programs that highlight the diversity, history, and artistry of the continent’s rich music heritage. We offer a wide range of customizable performances and educational experiences designed to deepen students’ understanding of North American music through live performance, storytelling, and
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Custom Music Education Programs exploring South Asian Culture Celebrate South Asian culture with immersive, artist-led programs that highlight the vibrancy, artistry, and diversity of Indian music, dance, and storytelling traditions. We offer a wide range of customizable performances and educational experiences designed to deepen students’ understanding of South Asian cultures, with a special focus on
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Chinese New Year and Asian Cultural Programs Celebrate East Asian heritage with immersive, artist-led cultural programs that highlight the richness, diversity, and artistry of Chinese, Japanese, and other East Asian traditions. We offer a wide range of customizable performances and educational experiences designed to deepen students’ understanding of East Asian cultures through music, dance, storytelling,
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Custom Music Education Programs exploring African American Culture Celebrate Black History Month with immersive, artist-led cultural programs that highlight the richness, diversity, and global influence of African and African-diasporic traditions. We offer a wide range of customizable performances and educational experiences designed to deepen students’ understanding of Black history through music, dance, storytelling, and the
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Custom Music Education Programs celebrating Latin American culture We offer a diverse range of customizable cultural enrichment programs designed to bring meaningful artistic experiences directly to your school or organization. Our goal is to celebrate the rich tapestry of world cultures through music, dance, storytelling, and other performing arts, helping students and community members build
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Connecticut Chinese Dance group is a non-profit organization, run by volunteers and nonprofessional dancers. Our goal is to enhance communication between ethnic groups in the CT community and to promote respect and appreciation of our diverse cultures and the performing arts. Dance Teacher Alison Wang leads the group.
Balinese American Dance Theatre, also known as BALAM Dance Theatre, or BALAM was founded in 1979 by choreographer, CUNY Professor, and Movement Researcher Islene Pinder to bring the detailed skills of Balinese dance/theatre to western audiences.
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Gogo Norales is a Garifuna musician and ambassador for the culture. Providing world music to the public and expressing how culture is also an identity. His genre is garifuna paranda. He was born and bred in The Bronx and he is the son of legendary Garifuna artist, Bodoma. He is an ambassador for the youth
Formed in 2013, Rock Hearts brings together five seasoned musicians from Southern New England who love to sing and pick bluegrass, old country tunes, and seek out tunes from other genres to “bluegrass-ify.” Named an Official 2021 IBMA Showcase Band, the band is enjoying national radio and Chart activity. Since it’s release…., Unfinished Bridges, has
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Join Feraba–African Rhythm Tap Company for a high-energy performance that celebrates the vibrant music and dance traditions of Guinea, West Africa. Featuring traditional instruments like the balafon, djembe, krin, and doundouns, this dynamic presentation offers an authentic glimpse into the region’s rich cultural heritage through powerful rhythms and movement.
Tribute to the Legendary Queen of Salsa Celia Cruz. Norwalk’s owned Latin American Vocalist Katty Colmenares Tribute to the Legendary Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz.
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Queen Ifrica Backed by Anthem Reggae Band Anthem Reggae Band is a local Connecticut Band based in Bridgeport. Since uniting their efforts in 2000, the members of the group have captivated fans with their signature sound that has taken the music scene by storm. The Band’s live shows rank with the best in Reggae performances
A day of Unity & Love, 314 Reggae Beach Bash is this Saturday. Come and enjoy the sounds of Steppin’ Danger then make a bid at our Silent Auction in support of the Norwalk NICE FEST. Norwalk NICE is a 501-3C nonprofit volunteer run organization that celebrates the rich global heritage and cultures so evident
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Abdou Mboup was born in the small town of Kebemer, Senegal to a family of oral historians and musicians. Having studied traditional drum under the tutelage of his family, Abdou soon became a key figure in the development of the Mbalax style (Senegalese dance music). In fact in the early 1970’s he was the first
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Norwalk High School celebrates with Ballet Folklorico de las Americas. Ballet Folklorico de las Americas is a dance company founded by the Colombian dancer Paola Garcia. They share traditional dances, music and culture of the Latin community, carrying a message of peace and breaking stereotypes. The group showcases a wide variety of dances such as
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Hello my name is Chris thomas and I reside on the Onondaga nation outside of Syracuse New York. I travel all over the United States and Canada, demonstrating Iroquois, social dancing, and teaching people a little bit about our culture with audience participation. It’s a fun and educational experience from our culture. Here some pictures
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