West African Art Music Festival

Celebrate the rich history and influence of West African Art Music, a vibrant blend of West African and European traditions..
From February 12–14, join us for the West African Art Music Festival, curated by NEC Music Theory faculty member Felicia Sandler. Experience engaging discussions, demonstrations, and performances featuring artists, scholars, and students who bring this expansive genre to life.

Festival Calendar
West African Art Music Festival: Kick-off Discussion
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 / 3:00 p.m.
NEC Chamber Orchestra Celebrates Fela Sowande and Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 / 7:30 p.m.
“Shaping of Identity” with the Center for Cultural Equity and Belonging
Friday, February 14, 2025 / 3:00 p.m.