TRACING THE ORIGINS: AFRICAN AND DIASPORA MUSIC AND DANCE

Okaidja takes his audiences on a journey to revisit the African Diaspora through traditional music, dance, and folklore. The spirited performance preserves cultural and historical traditions and promotes cross-cultural understanding by examining the influence of West African culture on the Americas. Okaidja shows the connection between West Africa and the rest of the world by exploring the roots of African Diaspora music and dance. Tracing the origins illustrates how music and dance survived the Middle Passage and eventually thrived in the lands where the slave ships landed.

SHOKOTO MUSIC AND DANCE PROJECT

Shokoto creates innovative music, drawing upon their West African roots and the diverse music of the African Diaspora. Our music is an energetic, family-friendly mixture of traditional and contemporary African and world music that is sure to make your soul sing. Shokoto music is a dynamic fusion of rhythms from Ghana, Brazil, Cuba, Peru, and the Deep South.

Shokoto takes you on a musical journey from Africa through the Americas. The instrument we use, from the Afro-Peruvian cajon to the Ghanaian gil, tie together diverse cultures and create a fusion of traditional African music and music inspired by the African Diaspora. The exultant compositions, soulful vocals, and energetic dancing combine to create an unforgettable and unique experience like no other.