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West African Art Music Festival

Ethnographer and performer John Dankwa singing with students.

In February 2025, NEC celebrated the rich history and influence of West African Art Music, a vibrant blend of West African and European traditions.

Ethnographer and performer John Dankwa singing with students.

2025 Festival Calendar

West African Art Music Festival: Kick-off Discussion

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 / 3:00 p.m.

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NEC Chamber Orchestra Celebrates Fela Sowande and Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 / 7:30 p.m.

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An Evening of West African Vocal Music

Thursday, February 13, 2025 / 7:30 p.m.

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African Pianism Seminar

Friday, February 14, 2025 / 10:00 a.m.

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“Shaping of Identity” with the Center for Cultural Equity and Belonging

Friday, February 14, 2025 / 3:00 p.m.

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