CHICAGO WORLD AND MIDDLE EAST MUSIC EVENTS

Connect with my gorgeous friend Thamara - World Fusion Chicago:

Think Globally, Groove Locally, with my friends at Global Groove:

FREE PUBLIC LECTURE ON EGYPT
 
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, AT 5:00 PM  IN THE LA SALLE BANK ROOM , THE ORIENTAL INSTITUTE, 1155 EAST 58TH STREET, CHICAGO  IL  60637.
 
SPEAKER:   OTTO SCHADEN, FIELD DIRECTOR:THE AMENMESSE AND KV 63 PROJECT.
TITLE OF TALK: WORK IN THE VALLEY OF THE KINGS: New Research on the Finds from KV 63.
 
In this lecture, Otto Schaden, who discovered the enigmatic tomb N.63 in the Valley of the Kings, will bring us up to date on the finds including the coffins, pottery, and seal impressions.
 
ABOUT THE SPEAKER:
Otto Schaden received his PhD in Egyptology from the University of Minnesota.  He was a member of the Oriental Institute Nubian Expedition in 1962-1963 and the Sudan Expedition the following season . He started work in the Valley of the Kings in 1972. From 1992 to the present he worked on the tomb of king Amenmesse (KV10). In the course of that excavation he discovered tomb KV63.
 
A light reception follows the program. Easy parking on street.
 
Mark your calendar for the next meetings:
Saturday October 2, 5:00 pm  -  T. Emil Homelin "Mystical Verse of A'ishah al-Ba'uniyah"
Wednesday, November 3, 7:00 pm - Barry Kemp "Amarna".
 
For more information on Chicago programs: www.ARCEChicago.com  or call (773) 702-1062.

8/21 Rebbesoul w/Magic Carpet
Rebbesoul performs melodies from throughout the Jewish world, from Sephardic romanceros in Ladino to Lubavitch niggunim to tunes from Ashkenazi nusach. Carlebach melodies and Mizrahi piyyutim collide with a World beat rhythms- its the sound of the Jewish Diaspora coming home. Magic Carpet takes the audience on an exhilarating ride through time and space. With the vibrations of Jazz, Reggae, and Funk, Magic Carpet embarks on a spiritual journey every time they take off. They weave traditional rhythms, North African and Middle Eastern maqams, East African pentatonic scales, Indian ragas, Western Jazz modes and improvisation into the tapestry of Magic Carpet. Buy tickets:

WORLD MUSIC WEDNESDAYS
World Music Wednesdays is a free community series that explores the rich diversity that exists in the Chicago community and runs year round (47 Wednesdays).  World Music Wednesdays will present music, dance and culture of Africa, Europe, Asia, The Middle East and The Americas.

GENERAL LISTING:

What: World Music Wednesdays
When: Every Wednesday from 8:30 to 10:30 PM (Except 8/11/10 at 9:30 PM)
Where: The Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago
Contact: Call (773) 728-6000 or visit oldtownschool.org
Admission: FREE (suggested donation of $5 except for ticketed concerts on 7/21, 7/28, 9/4, 9/12)
Website:  www.oldtownschool.org/concerts/world.html

WEEKY LISTINGS:

Argentina Tango On Stage
9/1/10
The Old Town School of Folk Music in partnership with the American Tango Institute present Argentina Tango On Stage, the culminating event of ATI's annual Tango on the Town Festival (see Tango Festival). Argentina Tango On Stage is led by Uruguayan violinist, Victoria Moreira and features NYC based bandoneonist, David Hodges. This multi-national ensemble combines talent from Argentina, Uruguay and the US, echoing the teeming port cities that gave birth to the music and dance of tango. www.americantangoinstitute.com

David Hodges will give a Bandoneon workshop as part of the Thursday Workshop Series on 9/2/10
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9/8/10
Tambours Sans Frontiers is an internationally recognized traditional acoustic band from Brazzaville, Republic of Congo. Percussionist and dancer, Teber Milandou-Sita, the band's leader and co-founder in Africa relocated to Chicago in 2008 and quickly moved to establish the band in the Midwest. The new band features top African drummers and dancers from Chicago and Pline Mounzeo, also from Brazzaville. Tambours Sans Frontiers will present a highly energetic program that includes music from their CD Africa Bouge!.

Teber and Pline will give an African drumming and dance workshop as part of the Thursday Workshop Series on 9/9/10
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Central American Independence Day
9/15/10
Five countries in Central America celebrate their independence from Spain on September 15th every year. It is sometimes a challenging day to celebrate in Chicago as Central America shares the date with the Mexican "Grito de Independencia". We are pleased to present a program full of Central American music and dance from Guatemala in the north to Panama in the south. This event is produced in partnership with the Sociedad Cívica Centro Americana.

SPECIAL WEEKEND EVENTS:

August 27-29, 2010
Tango On The Town Festival at The Old Town School of Folk Music

Learn Argentine tango from the best in tango dancers from Argentina in these afternoon workshops! This tantalizing dance & music extravaganza sponsored by The American Tango Institute & The Old Town School offers something for everyone; concerts and workshops for novices, experienced dancers, adults & kids. Never danced tango? Fast Track Novice Series will get you dancing in 6 rigorous workshops. For more information visit www.chicagotangofest.com or www.oldtownschool.org
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Saturday, September 4, 2010, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Brazilian Independence Day Celebration
Tickets $15, $13 Old Town School Members, $11 Seniors and Children

The Old Town School of Folk Music, in partnership with Marcos Oliveira and Swing Brasileiro present another night of Brazilian music and dance in recognition of Brazilian Independence. Artists will include reknowned faculty at the Old Town School and special guest artists celebrating the enormous diversity of music and culture in Brazil.
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Sunday September 12, 2010, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Voices of Resistance Nine: Fair and Lovely (South Asian)
Tickets $15, $13 Old Town School Members, $11 Seniors and Children

The Old Town School of Folk Music in partnership with the South Asian Progressive Action Collective (SAPAC) presents The Voices of Resistance Nine (VOR9), an annual SAPAC event in its 9th rendition, featuring local artists of South Asian descent who use their art to empower and transform their communities.  Continuing SAPAC's tradition of politically conscious art, VOR9: Fair & Lovely will address diverse themes, including the complexities of identity, our understandings of beauty, and the struggle for acceptance and compassion in our lives.  www.sapac.org
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THURSDAY WORKSHOP SERIES 2010
All Workshops $20
6pm - 7:20pm
For More Info:
http://www.oldtownschool.org/classes/register/workshops.php?type=Workshop

Saturday August 28, 2010 (See Tango on the Town Festival)
Talented Uruguayan violinist, Victoria Moreira, will teach the essentials in playing violin for Argentine tango for two skill levels.

Tango Violin 2 (1-2:30pm): For violinists interested in exploring new technique, this workshop will introduce origins of tango; role of each instrument in different periods and styles; general characteristics of Tango, Milonga and Vals.

Tango Violin 3: (3-4:30pm) For advanced violinists, this workshop will introduce origins of tango; role of each instrument in different periods and styles; playing rhythm and accompaniment versus playing melodies, countermelodies and variations; general characteristics, musical form and playing styles of Tango Milonga and Vals.
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September 2, 2010
Bandoneon workshop with David Hodges  (See World Music Wednesdays 9/1/10)

The bandoneon is the powerful soul of Argentine tango music.  Bandoneonist David Hodges will introduce this bohemian instrument, teach basic technique and explore its importance in the evolution of tango music. Hodges is the featured bandoneonist with Argentina Tango On Stage and has performed with many of the top tango ensembles across the U.S.. No instrument is required to attend this workshop.
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September 9, 2010
Congolese Percussion and Dance workshop with Teber and Pline (See World Music Wednesdays 9/8/10)

Congolese traditional rhythms were originally played in the forest village square to heal both physical and psychological maladies, to celebrate life's important passages and just to have fun. Teber Milandou-Sita and Pline Mounzeo, from Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, are master drummers and dancers with 20 years of experience with their country's finest traditional music and dance groups. They will give a drumming and dance workshop based on traditional Congolese rhythms ituri kanga, edenda, and mountwash (pure original rhumba). The drum used is the senga n'goma or djembe. Students should bring their own drum although some loaner instruments will be available.
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September 16, 2010
Indian Fusion as taught by Bhavani Lee

Lee, the creator of New Kathak Dance of New York City will lead participants in a class that will weave Kathak classical Indian dance with a modern thread that includes both flamenco and modern dance elements.  The dance movements are sensuous as well as rhythmic.

Bhavani Lee is a performer, choreographer, and educator, who has showcased her distinct and innovative dance method worldwide. Raised on the spiritual traditions of yoga and meditation Lee's passion lies in the unity between mind, body, and soul.
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