ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTED BY BARRANQUILLA FLAVOR MULTICULTURAL
Barranquilla Flavor is a multicultural dance program that includes different rhythms like Cumbia, Mapale, Garabato, and Salsa. This program was created to teach the community the value of the culture and keep the community educated about the different types of language and rhythm through music. The children’s program consists of age groups 8-10 and 10-14.
JAPANESE DRUMMING
Jeiko
The Japanese drum, or taiko, has been a part of Japanese culture and history for thousands of years. Steeped in myth and tradition, the drum has been used in many facets of Japanese life; from fields to shrines, town centers and stages - it has and continues to evolve over the centuries. Today, the Japanese drum has transformed into a vibrant art form that incorporates physicality, musicality, creativity, and community into a feast for the eyes, ears, heart, and spirit to enjoy. Today's featured performer has been studying this performance art since 2007 and hopes to inspire others to embark on their own taiko journey!
MUSICAL PERFORMANCE of MEXICAN CLASSICS
Maria Ofelia Montes
Maria was born and raised in El Salvador, She developed a love and interest for Mexican music and culture at her young age. As a child, she would sing along to Rancheras and her love for Mexican music only grew. She sang at Saint Anne's church in Manchester, New Hampshire in the 90s and has gone on to perform at multiple events, often backed by a Mariachi band since then. She has a passion for performing and wants to share the beauty of Mexican music with others.
NEPALI & HINDI CLASSICAL & FOLK MUSIC
Himalaya Heritage Performing Arts
The Himalaya Heritage Music Group performs classical, folk, and sacred music from regions of Nepal, Bhutan and India for public concerts and traditional celebrations all over New England. The highly trained musical group consists of Harimaya Adhikari on vocals and harmonium, a portable hand pumped reed organ; and Prem Sagar Khatiwada on tabla, a common South Asian double-drum instrument played using the fingertips and heels of the hands.
AFRICAN & SOUTHEAST ASIAN DANCE
Project S.T.O.R.Y. Dance Team
The Project S.T.O.R.Y. Dance Team, led by Esha Performing Arts Studio, came in second place at the 2023 New Americans Got Talent Show and are excited to perform at the Concord Multicultural Festival!
WEST AFRICAN & CELTIC BLEND MUSIC
Senie Hunt
Senie will be performing a collection of songs that represent his roots in Sierra Leone and his relation with my adoptive family that incorporates folk and Celtic rhythms and melodies, with percussive guitar, and djembe.
IRISH DANCING
In The Field Irish Dancers
Longtime participants sharing one of the first immigrant groups to the US, the In the Field Irish Dancers consist of a wide range of ages and mixed heritages. They will present 3 kinds of Irish Dance with commentary on culture, the dances and humor. The group prides itself not on competition, but on dancing for the joy, discipline, and preservation of the culture, dance, and music.
NEPALI FOLK DANCING
NepaRican Dance Group
This youth dance group was created to preserve the Nepali language and culture,while helping youth enhance their social skills by participating in festivals and events presenting music, cultural attire, dance, and food.
JAZZ, R&B and NEO SOUL
Ruby Shabazz
Ruby’s performance will consist of a history of music by Black Americans from Jazz to Soul and include an original in the style of Neo Soul.
BRAZILIAN CARNAVAL SAMBA
SambaViva
Carnaval is the signature celebration of Brazil!
SambaViva is dedicated to bringing the exuberant energy of the "Greatest Show of Earth" to audiences throughout New England and beyond. Samba has its roots in West African dance and the struggle of the enslaved people brought to Brazil from that region. It is a syncopated rhythm and dance with percussion at its core. Our performance will showcase the beauty and technique of this high-energy style.
DANZAS PREHISPÁNICAS
Grupo Quetzali
Pre-Hispanic dances with different meanings such as offerings to the deities before going to war and also to the universe and mother earth.
BOLIVIAN MUSIC & DANCING
Manases Musical Group
Group Manases performs music from the Andes, representing the Quechua culture of Bolivia. Dances and music from the Altiplano and Valleys of Bolivia.
ACHOLI TRIBAL CULTURAL DANCE
Jane Yen
Amongst the Acholi people of northern Uganda, dance represents a fundamental part of the cultural heritage. The Acholi, a Nilotic Lwo-speaking ethnic group, live predominantly in the central region of northern Uganda, an area collectively referred to as Acholiland. Culturally, dancing has been an important part of the Acholi culture where entire communities incorporate dance as part of their rituals and celebrations. Besides the actual dancing, the clothing and other adornments such as anklet bells and beaded necklaces, plus musical instruments become an important part of the dance.
AFROBEAT & HIP HOP
Martin Toe
Martin Toe is a dynamic American powerhouse AFROPop/ rhythm Hip-Hop artist from Southern, New Hampshire. From African roots, Martin inspires his fans to be unstoppable through a combination of raw energy and undaunted lyrics. His music promotes diversity and overcoming all obstacles, pulling from his experiences with loss, war, to bring you joy through his melodies.
SALSA
Team Eleganza
Advanced Salsa routine with lifts, mixed with Afro-Cuban movements.
TRADITIONAL NEAR & MIDDLE EASTERN DANCE
Jewels of Paradise
Traditional Middle Eastern dances in authentic costuming and props such as canes and finger cymbals from these countries.
INDONESIAN TRADITIONAL DANCE
Nusantara Kreasindo
Balinese Dance, Tari Teruna Jaya (Trunajaya) is a dance that depicts the movements of a young man who comes of age, very emotional, behavior or his actions continues to approach woman's heart.
BURUNDI DRUMMING
NH Burundian Drummers
In the past, the Drummers of Burundi accompanied the King on his travels, but today Burundians play drums during special events such as independent day, wedding...Drumming is one of the dances Burundians like in the country.
ARABIAN BELLY DANCE
Jane Yen
Dance from the Middle East and North Africa that features intricate movements of the shoulders, chest, and hips.
NEWARI DANCE
Anya Vaidya
Newari dance has its own unique music, language and cultural outfit and represents Newars, an ethnic group residing in Kathmandu City of Nepal.
HAWAIIAN HULA DANCE
Hokupa`a Hula Collective
Dance/music selections in historical order from ancient chanting and dance through contemporary times, with narration and presented in authentic costuming.
TRADITIONAL INDIAN DANCE
Varnika
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Each year, the Concord Multicultural features a full lineup of performances, food vendors, craft vendors, artists and activities that showcase the many cultures that are represented in our community.
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