World Rhythm Festival April 12, 2013

April 12-14, noon-10pm Friday, 11am to 10pm Sat. & Sun.

Drum, Dance, Listen and Learn at the 20th annual World Rhythm Festival! Enjoy over 100 Drum and Dance Workshops and World Music Performances featuring traditions of Africa, Asia, Cuba, Brazil, India, America, the Middle East, and more. All workshops are PARTICIPATORY, and all events are FREE!

A special highlight this year is the Saturday Night Dance Party, featureing OBA, a reunion of members of Drums of Passion, the band of legendary African music ambassador Babatunde Olatunji.
Overall Schedule:

FRIDAY
-- Noon - 4:30 Workshops and performances for youth and adults
-- 7pm Welcome Celebration & Performance

SATURDAY
-- 11am - 5:30 Workshops and performances for youth and adults
-- 6pm All-Community Drum & Dance
-- 8pm Dance Party featuring OBA (Drums of Passion)
SUNDAY
-- 11am - 5:00 Workshops and performances for youth and adults
-- 5:30pm Great NW Drum Circle with Arthur Hull

Seattle's best selection of drums, percussion instruments, and craft items can be found at the International Marketplace in Fisher Pavilion on Saturday and Sunday.

Past participants say: "Awesome," "a highlight of my life," "dynamic, knowledgeable teachers," "a working model of community."

Whether you are newly curious or have loved world music for years, you will be amazed at the variety, quality, participatory nature, and friendly vibe of the 20th annual World Rhythm Festival. It is a weekend full of musical memories for the whole family!

See details and the full schedule at www.swps.org

Official Website: http://swps.org