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kaben kafo

Hometown:Chicago

Led by professor of the djembe, Michael Taylor, this group honors the instrument’s tradition and culture. Kaben Kafo—“let’s play together” in West Africa’s Malinke language—stars Dununfola (master of the dundun drums), Alysco Diabate and special guest master drummers from West Africa for today’s performance.

Performer: Kaben Kafo

When: Saturday, July 19 @ 3:30 - 4 p.m.

Where: Great Lawn

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