Rhythm in the Rocks
featuring Amadou Kienou,
African Master Drummer
Saturday, October 4, 2008:
Rhythm in the Rocks featuring
Amadou Kienou, African Master Drummer. Internationally renowned
Djembefola (one who makes the djembe speak), Amadou Kienou returns to
Sedona, bringing his magical drumming and exuberant personality for a
performance on Saturday, Oct. 4, 7:30 pm in the Great Room. Presented by
AZ Drum and Dance located in Tempe, AZ, a non-profit organization that promotes
African drumming, dancing and related events in Arizona. Amadou Kienou has
performed to audiences of thousands throughout Africa, Europe, South America and
North America. His solo performance features songs, dances and traditional
Mandingue rhythms; he endlessly offers new and rich sounds in an astonishing and
creative way. Amadou’s heritage is rich in musical performers heralding
back to the ancient Mandingue Empire, covering the present day countries of
Burkina Faso, Guinea and Mali. Admission $15 at the door. For more information
visit www.amadoukienou.com or
www.AZDrumAndDance.org.
Sunday, October 5, 2008:
Djembe (Drumming) Workshop with Amadou. On Saturday, Oct. 4, Amadou Kienou will present a one-hour drum workshop. Come and experience for yourself the magnificent Djembe rhythms. 12:30 - 1:30 pm in the Chapel. Cost is $15 at the door. Contact Lorin at 480-251-5351 for more information and reserve a place (and a drum). For more information please visit www.amadoukienou.com or www.AzDrumAndDance.org. Presented by AZ Drum and Dance located in Tempe, AZ, a non-profit organization that promotes African drumming, dancing and related events in Arizona. We want to share the joy of West African drumming and dancing while promoting those artists who bless us with their gifts by performing, teaching and sharing.
Amadou Kienou
Born in Ouagadougou at Burkina Faso, Amadou Kienou is the 7th son of a family of praise singers from Dafing origin. His music is known for its peculiar musical variations, its vibrating sounds and resonances, all of which is a product of several cultures. Various concerts in Africa, Europe, South America and North America have enabled the group to develop a rich, interesting and diverse repertoire, wherein the musical and personal touch of Kienou is readily recognizable.
The varied repertoire of Amadou Kienou consists of songs, dances and musical soundings of the Mandingue rhythms. Some of which he has adapted for the drum, such as: Senoufo, Senegalese, Peul, childhood songs, love songs and rhythms from the forest.
For further information please contact
Sedona Creative Life Center
928-282-9300