Programs by Category
Art Form: Music
And Now I See: Race, Racism & American Music
An entertaining, informative, and eye-opening show that celebrates the rich tapestry of African American music, from Spirituals, Gospel, and Jazz to Soul,…
Sound Stories
This professional learning session provides a dynamic exploration of the sonic spaces and rhythmic worlds in which we inhabit through deep listening,…
Cajón (box drum): Heartbeat of Africa in Peru & The Americas
This program is designed to introduce educators (K-12) to the fascinating history, culture, and rhythmical magic of the cajón (box drum). Participants…
Afro-Puerto Rican Folkloric Music: la Bomba y la Plena
Segunda Quimbamba is a cultural gem based in Jersey City. Led by Master Drummer Juan Cartagena and Master Dancer Nanette Hernández, the…
Segunda Quimbamba Folkloric Center
Juan Cartagena Recognized under the New Jersey State Council on Arts Folk Apprenticeship Program as a Master Drummer, Mr. Cartagena has been…
The AL’s (Alice Leon and Al Greene the BOOM BOOM Machine)
Alice Leon is an award winning vocalist, multi instrumentalist, songwriter and teaching artist. Al Greene is a Broadway and touring multi instrumentalist…
Rock Out with The AL’s
Jump, clap, play air guitar and sing along to super fun songs from Baby Shark to The Jackson 5 to Happy by…
Music & Movement Where Muslims Live
Experience the music and movement traditions of Islamic communities. Karim Nagi guides students in a participatory experience of music and dance from…
Workshop: Your Life is a Work of Art
Students are led in a collaborative musical and songwriting experience where they learn SEL techniques to improve focus and relieve anxiety, as…
The Heart & Soul of Our Stories
In this professional learning program, TAHIRA will illuminate practices that center the stories of African Americans by offering an opportunity for participants…
