Mande Dance, Music and Culture

Mande, Dance, Music and Culture explores three distinct life-cycle and celebratory dances from the Bambara, Malinke, Wasalu, and Khassonke peoples of Mali, West Africa. Each dance is taught in relationship to relevant oral histories, folklore and contemporary expressions. Emphasis is placed upon building a mindful community of committed thinkers and doers. Attendance at the first class is required. There is an application process for enrollment. S/NC