Routine class work will emphasize writing exercises, accompanied by a critical analysis of good and bad popular science writing. Students also will make a number of classroom presentations to develop their speaking skills. Both programs, held in the Anderson Center for the Arts, are open to the community free of charge. Mohamed Camara, master drummer and premier percussionist with the National Ballet of Guinea, will present a master drumming class highlighting rhythms from the Ivory Coast and Guinea. In addition, he will give a brief historical overview of drumming forms in West Africa.
Participants are welcome to bring their African drums.
She will give a brief historical overview of dance techniques from the Ivory Coast and Guinea and will lead a master dance class. Chappel has taught African dance for 20 years, including dance from Guinea, Senegal, and the Caribbean. Participants should wear comfortable clothing. The Music Department invites students, faculty, and staff for a one-day bus trip to New York City, which will take place on Saturday, March 3. The departure is at 8 a.m. from the from Anderson Center for the Arts parking lot.