Egbe Kilimanjaro African-Caribbean Drum & Dance

African Entertainment in Myrtle Beach, SC

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Booking Info: Free Quote Travels 60 miles from Myrtle Beach Fee: Please contact for details Languages: English Member Since 2012

Why hire Egbe Kilimanjaro African-Caribbean Drum & Dance?

Alafia!!! We are Egbe Kilimanjaro African-Caribbean Drum & Dance. We specialize in performing traditional & neo-traditional rhythms and dances of Africa, The Caribbean and the United States. We play congas, djembe, bongos, Jun Jun, talking drums, cajon, cowbell, shekere, and many other types of percussion. We also provide classes and school residencies upon request. We believe that everyone deserves to experience the energy and excitement of our ancestors through audience participation. "We love to perform for you, but we would much rather perform with you!!!" Peace and Love!!!

Overview

About

Egbe Kilimanjaro has performed in schools, churches, festivals and historic celebrations throughout the state including: Francis Marion College, Clemson University, Coastal Carolina University, The College of Charleston, M,U,S,C, The University of South Carolina, Horry-Georgetown and Voorhees Technical Colleges, Piccolo-Spoleto, Moja Festival, Harborwalk, Bayfest, Spartanburg's International Festival, Brookgreen Gardens, Barefoot Landing, Cypress Gardens, Charlestowne Landing, Burroughs and Chapin Art Museum, Burroughs and Chapin Library, Litchfield Beach Golf and Resort, The King Street Palace, Mynskyn's Tavern, Charleston's Custom House and Oyotunji Village. Leon is father to Kilimanjaro drummers Hassan, Sa'ud, Pianki and Jabari; founder of Ayida Wedo Drummers' Society and is on the Roster of the South Carolina Arts Commission. Mother, Falola is the Principal Dancer and also portrays "Geechie Grandma" Kilimanjaro has opened up for Reggae groups Burning Spear, Ital, Sister Carol, Lucky Dubai. Gregory Isaacs and Awareness Art Ensemble, to name a few.

Upon request: We are available for DJ parties, specializing in reggae, jazz, latin, and R&B. Also, a Hatian Magic Show... For more information, contact osakumi09@gmail.com

Personnel

Leon Osakumi Jackson: Drummer; Founder & Coordinator
Falola: Principal Dancer, Percussionist, Poet
Hassan: Congo and Djembe Drums, Percussion, some Flute
Sa'ud: Conga Drums, Percussion
Pianki: Conga Drums, Percussion, some Steel Pan
Jabari: Conga, Djembe Drums, Percussion

Influences

Yoruba Andabo , National Ballet of Senegal, Tito Puente, Mongo Santamaria, Baba Olatunji and his Drums of Passion, Chuck Davis Dancers, Mor Thiam and his Drums of Fire, King Sonny Ade, Fela Kuti, Rasta Bob Marley, Nina Simone, John Coltrane.

What to Expect

Typical Gig Duration: 45 - 120 minutes

Serving our audience and participating in a spiritual journey with them.

Additional Notes:
We require four (4) chairs for the drummers, two (2) tables for our African market, a dressing room, contract specifics.

Set/Song/Sequence List:
Drum, dance, poetry and audience participation as defined on contract.

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