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Wontanara INC & Atlanta International School Performance & Workshop
Bringing Culture to Life at Atlanta International School! 🎉🥁 We had an incredible day sharing our artistry and rich cultural history with the bright young minds from Pre-K through 5th grade, along with some awesome middle schoolers, teachers, and even the Headmaster Dean! As part of Black History Month, it was our honor to spread joy and excitement through dance and drumming. Watching everyone, including the headmaster, join in the festivities was truly special. Here’s to more moments like this, filled with learning, laughter, and lots of rhythm! Wontanara!
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🇬🇳Wontanara means “We are together”
Wontanara Inc. is a certified platinum nonprofit organization that specializes in Cultural Arts Education (check out our Candid profile.)
Our mission is not just a cultural endeavor; it's a passionate journey to immerse in the vibrant tapestry of West African culture. Our roots are deeply entwined with the pulsating rhythms and dynamic movements of drum and dance, serving as the heartbeat of our mission. Yet, we transcend the boundaries of mere performance - our commitment is a holistic experience that intertwines education, empowerment, and transformation.
At the core of our existence is a dedication to nurturing the next generation of youth, fostering the creative brilliance of artists, and empowering aspiring entrepreneurs. We go beyond traditional boundaries by crafting a comprehensive ecosystem of learning and growth, through empowering business education courses and holistic workshops that become stepping stones for individuals to thrive in their creative pursuits. It's not just about imparting skills; it's about fostering a mindset that cultivates success. Join us in our journey to create community and expand our global reach with education and wellness for all.
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Wontanara Percussions x Brooklyn Museum- Act 2 “Percussion As An Act of Revolution”
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Wontanara Percussions LLC proudly presentsACT I: Percussion as an Act of Revolution” featuring rhythms from Haiti and Mali led by international touring artist, Stephan Litzsey. In February 2024, Wontanara Percussions LLC was honored to be the featured guest closing the Spike Lee Exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum with a groundbreaking percussion-only performance. This historic event drew a crowd of...
Wontanara Percussions Brooklyn Museum Performance- Act 1 “Esu”
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Wontanara Percussions LLC proudly presents “ACT I: Percussion as an Act of Prayer” featuring an impactful prayer called “Esu,” showcasing Aveiri Fanfair, the visionary founder of the Omoluabi Foundation & Osakanran Temple. In February 2024, Wontanara Percussions LLC was honored to be the featured guest closing the Spike Lee Exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum with a groundbreaking percussion-only pe...
Wontanara Inc School Partnership with Heritage Dance Students
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We did a special class at @hhsdance_academy (Heritage Dance Academy) with our founder Abena teaching Soko! 🔥💃🏽 - Soko is not an easy rhythm for first timers, but with a little push and direction these amazing students were able to understand the nuances of this dance and the history! We are proud of the students for their dedication and we thank @jenaesdanceexperience for the connection and the...
Boka Juniors BTS with Wontanara INC & W.Percussions LLC
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Check out our BTS video with our founders Safiyatou & Frankie in Guinea- Conakry for our Artist Development Program and Collaboration with the legendary group, Boka Juniors. Have you seen the video? Check out the full video on our UA-cam page! Want to support our cause? Donate to our organization to continue to help promote, create, and mentor artists to be their best self! Link In Bio! 🇬🇳Wonta...
WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE NOV 2022- MARIE BASSE KUTIRO CLASS
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Wontanara means “We are together” Wontanara Inc. is a nonprofit organization that specializes in Cultural Arts Education. Our mission is to preserve and share the world of our traditions, heritage, knowledge, and experience through arts via workshops, conferences, educational classes, and more. We curate learning experiences that bringing together the expertise of individuals from West Africa a...
Wontanara INC Conferences MASHUP
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🇬🇳Wontanara means “We are together” Wontanara Inc. is a nonprofit organization that specializes in Cultural Arts Education. Our mission is to preserve and share the world of our traditions, heritage, knowledge, and experience through arts via workshops, conferences, educational classes, and more. We curate learning experiences that bringing together the expertise of individuals from West Africa...
wontanara Learn With Us- Kuku Breakdown
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Today is Kuku! We all go a little “coucou” when this rhythm is played, and there’s a valid reason for that! Kuku is one of the most popular rhythms from the Guinea/ Ivory Coast region. It popularity came from ballet after independence but it was widely recognized by many in the diaspora- as it has been connected to being one of the rhythms passed through the diaspora from generation to generati...
August 28, 2023
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VOLUME 2: LEARN WITH US SERIES STARTS TODAY! *If you’re interested in learning West African rhythms and history, join us every MONDAY with a new rhythm until the series ends! Today we start our new series with TAKOSABA- a variation of the dundunba rhythm. Dundunba is the overall name for all the rhythms that are known as “the dance of the strong men,” but each have their own names and meaning a...
Boka Juniors Performance & Wontanara Percussions Collab
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In May 2023, Wontanara INC & Wontanara Percussions LLC took an educational trip to Guinea to learn more about the culture, lifestyle, history, economy, and more! As a part of our mission we aimed to help the local artists with accomplishing a few goals for their group or company. One of the many companies we had the pleasure of assisting was the lgenendary “Boka Juniors.” Enjoy the moments with...
Wontanara INC & The Kulima Montessori School school performance (GA)
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🇬🇳Wontanara means “We are together” Wontanara Inc. is a nonprofit organization that specializes in Cultural Arts Education. Our mission is to preserve and share the world of our traditions, heritage, knowledge, and experience through arts via workshops, conferences, educational classes, and more. We curate learning experiences that bringing together the expertise of individuals from West Africa...
Wontanara Inc & The Lawrenceville Elementary School | BHM Dance & Drum Workshops
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Wontanara Inc & The Lawrenceville Elementary School | BHM Dance & Drum Workshops
Wontanara Inc & The Dalton School (NYC) School Performance Recap
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Wontanara Inc & The Dalton School (NYC) School Performance Recap
Wontanara INC & The Dalton School (NYC) school performance
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Wontanara INC & The Dalton School (NYC) school performance
ARTIST INTERVIEW WITH SOULEYMANE “SOLO” SANA & SAFIYATOU CAMARA
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ARTIST INTERVIEW WITH SOULEYMANE “SOLO” SANA & SAFIYATOU CAMARA
DANCE CLASS WITH SAFIYATOU CAMARA DOING BAO
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DANCE CLASS WITH SAFIYATOU CAMARA DOING BAO
MOUMINATOU CAMARA SONG & HISTORY CLASS AT WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE
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MOUMINATOU CAMARA SONG & HISTORY CLASS AT WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE
FODE SISSOKO SPEACH AT WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE
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FODE SISSOKO SPEACH AT WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE
MOUMINATOU CAMARA CLASS AT WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE (KADAN RHYTHM)
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MOUMINATOU CAMARA CLASS AT WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE (KADAN RHYTHM)
SEROUBA DANCE AT WONTANARA CONFERENCE WITH MOUMINATOU CAMARA
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SEROUBA DANCE AT WONTANARA CONFERENCE WITH MOUMINATOU CAMARA
Safiyatou CAMARA AT WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE (YANKADI/MACRU) WITH MAHIRI FIANKE & AKOSUA SQUARRELL
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Safiyatou CAMARA AT WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE (YANKADI/MACRU) WITH MAHIRI FIANKE & AKOSUA SQUARRELL
DJOLE RHYTHM BREAK DOWN WITH WONTANARA INC
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DJOLE RHYTHM BREAK DOWN WITH WONTANARA INC
MARIE BASSE KUTIRO CLASS AT WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE
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MARIE BASSE KUTIRO CLASS AT WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE
WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE (MANGUE SYLLA DRUM CLASS)
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WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE (MANGUE SYLLA DRUM CLASS)
WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE MEN DANCERS (MOUMINATOU CAMARAS CLASS)
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WONTANARA INC CONFERENCE MEN DANCERS (MOUMINATOU CAMARAS CLASS)
Wontanara INC Nov 2022 Conference (Mouminatou Camara’s class)
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Wontanara INC Nov 2022 Conference (Mouminatou Camara’s class)
A Personal Invite from Wontanara Percussions CEO Frankie Malloy
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A Personal Invite from Wontanara Percussions CEO Frankie Malloy
Sandella Malloy Class- Wontanara INC Conference NOV’22
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Sandella Malloy Class- Wontanara INC Conference NOV’22
Marie Basse Kutiro Dance Class- Wontanara INC Conference NOV’22
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Marie Basse Kutiro Dance Class- Wontanara INC Conference NOV’22
Mamady Sano Bao Dance- Wontanara INC Conference NOV’ 22
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Mamady Sano Bao Dance- Wontanara INC Conference NOV’ 22

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @sinclairjamison3983
    @sinclairjamison3983 Місяць тому

    Beautiful

  • @RazaJaved.11
    @RazaJaved.11 Місяць тому

    I'm from Pakistan amazing ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ sound🎉

  • @andresperez3295
    @andresperez3295 2 місяці тому

    bonjour et respect pour votre performance, mais le groupe est de Guinée ou du Niger ..? merci

  • @razvan955
    @razvan955 6 місяців тому

    Soo cool ma dudes. But still you can use a music professor to sync those different drum types and create notes. Believe me. Then it can transform from this music to a more melodical music. I mean african drumming has big potential but still place for improvement and teaching, with all due respect. Liked and subbed.

  • @darz3829
    @darz3829 6 місяців тому

    It's amazing how many of these native drummers are on You Tube. Equally amazing is the fact that they all sound virtually the same. I can only figure that it takes very little talent to do that.

    • @Wontanarainc
      @Wontanarainc 6 місяців тому

      Yes very talented! Majority of them came from the same lineage of teachers especially within the ballet! You can sometimes know who their teacher was based off of the way they drum if you study it! You’ll hear their teacher’s style shine through in how they play or how they orchestrate the music.

    • @darz3829
      @darz3829 6 місяців тому

      @@Wontanarainc Pro musicians consider that real music has three components -- melody, harmony, and rhythm. These guy barely cover one out of three. And the repetitive nature is most monotonous (same patterns over and over) No change of timbre, no dynamics, no variety in arrangement, no variation in tempo or tonality. But I do like their pajamas.

    • @Wontanarainc
      @Wontanarainc 6 місяців тому

      @@darz3829 hmm interesting, but we would disagree. We don't think you are familiar with this genre of music and the technique behind it and stamina to do this for hours that they do at performances and rehearsals. each person covers the melody, harmony, and rhythm. And also, you need to listen to the bass notes and the dunduns in the back, if you just listen to the djembe then you have miss the mark in the music. They added many different arrangements, changed the lead instrument from djembe to dundun, and change the speed many times. We understand west African music is very complex for the average human ears to understand, especially if you don't have the background comprehension. But these are pro musicians, and like mentioned, their teacher's teachers taught some of their biggest pro artists- that you wouldn't believe- in the world within their ballet days. It's quite great actually when you know the history of djembe and who's who and where their sounds come from and how djembe changed the world of music, not just for west Africa but for many. Also, it's not pajamas, it's traditional outfits that we would like for you to respect- because I'm sure you don't want someone to look at you and demean the same for our regular clothing. But again, we understand the complexity of the djembe genre of music and know that most pro musicians we've worked with who have heard this think differently. It hits everyone differently we guess, and that's ok! Thanks for your comment though!

    • @darz3829
      @darz3829 6 місяців тому

      @@Wontanarainc You certainly are trying hard to justify a minimal activity. I can probably do the same thing with McDonald's hamburgers as a subject. You bring up teachers. I myself have taught music in elementary school and created drum circles. Little kids (2nd grade to 4th grade) picked this up in one session. Contrary to your claim of it being complex, the records I played for them as examples (virtually similar to this video) were easily copied by the kids. As for others demeaning my clothes -- I have a sense of humor and would laugh along with them instead of getting bent out of shape. Face it -- they DO look like pajamas.

    • @Wontanarainc
      @Wontanarainc 6 місяців тому

      @@darz3829 Great! Create a video of their ensemble in full with your students. I’m sure the world and us would love to see it! Thanks for the support!

  • @Qwertasdfg-bn4kh
    @Qwertasdfg-bn4kh 6 місяців тому

    اسد.افرقي.امريك

  • @Qwertasdfg-bn4kh
    @Qwertasdfg-bn4kh 6 місяців тому

    وتيحد.افرقي

  • @Qwertasdfg-bn4kh
    @Qwertasdfg-bn4kh 6 місяців тому

    طرينطش.ومطيش

  • @Qwertasdfg-bn4kh
    @Qwertasdfg-bn4kh 6 місяців тому

    تكتكوتكتكاتتتكوتكتكتكتك

  • @Qwertasdfg-bn4kh
    @Qwertasdfg-bn4kh 6 місяців тому

    توتكوتكتكاتكتكوتستكتكوتتكتكاهيوتكتكوتستكتك

  • @Qwertasdfg-bn4kh
    @Qwertasdfg-bn4kh 6 місяців тому

    اهيوتكتكوتكتكوتكتكوتستكتكوتكتكتستكتكاهيوتكتكوتستكتكاهيوتكوتتكتكوتكتك

  • @damionbujan6218
    @damionbujan6218 6 місяців тому

    Loving this from Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹. I'm going to learn and teach it ❤

    • @Wontanarainc
      @Wontanarainc 6 місяців тому

      Thank you!! Please tag us when you do, we’d love to share!

  • @markgriskey3055
    @markgriskey3055 6 місяців тому

    Beautiful ! Who is Jr here?

    • @Wontanarainc
      @Wontanarainc 6 місяців тому

      Thank you!! Boka Camara is the name of the creator of the group. His son is actually a member and the youngest member but was not a part of this performance. But all would be considered his “juniors” as he trained all of them. 😊

  • @Andrea-jr6xr
    @Andrea-jr6xr 7 місяців тому

    ❤🗼💚💯💛

  • @annbrooks2125
    @annbrooks2125 7 місяців тому

    Hello from Costa Rica!!! Superb performance! Thank you for showing us this amazing group.

    • @Wontanarainc
      @Wontanarainc 7 місяців тому

      THANK YOU SO MUCH COSTA RICA!!!

  • @alejandrobo7312
    @alejandrobo7312 7 місяців тому

    boocaa boocaaa booooooocaaaaaaaaaaaaa

  • @erixuouji2733
    @erixuouji2733 7 місяців тому

    Awesome . I loved it ❤ Thanks for share it .

  • @indigogirl8373
    @indigogirl8373 9 місяців тому

    beautiful and powerful!

  • @taamaria
    @taamaria 9 місяців тому

    La basse côte = lower coast area ❤

    • @Wontanarainc
      @Wontanarainc 9 місяців тому

      Thank you, yes we gave the literal translation in the video, but if you know then you know.

    • @taamaria
      @taamaria 9 місяців тому

      @@Wontanarainc It doesn't matter if I know it or not. It matters that this seems to be an informative channel and that's why I thought it was important to write it. I love this culture as much as you do. Baskort does not appear to be a literal translation. Sorry and with all due respect. 🙏🏽

    • @Wontanarainc
      @Wontanarainc 9 місяців тому

      @@taamaria You can gladly speak to our founder who’s very informative of her culture, she’s from Guinea. We can gladly send her info!

    • @taamaria
      @taamaria 9 місяців тому

      @@Wontanarainc I think is enough leaving my comment here. Thank you very much for the answers and sharing 🙏🏽💓

  • @taamaria
    @taamaria 9 місяців тому

    Djolole (yolole)

    • @Wontanarainc
      @Wontanarainc 9 місяців тому

      Yes many ways to spell it, same dance.

  • @urbanmonk67
    @urbanmonk67 9 місяців тому

    100!!!

  • @sarah1of4
    @sarah1of4 10 місяців тому

    Whoooo! Excellent!! 🪘 ✨

  • @deysidelisquionespreciado8650
    @deysidelisquionespreciado8650 11 місяців тому

    Congratulations

  • @tanhoang8489
    @tanhoang8489 11 місяців тому

    Hello very happy ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤a like

  • @akolbesed
    @akolbesed 11 місяців тому

    WOOOOOOOOW!

  • @mikehodges1101
    @mikehodges1101 11 місяців тому

    ILOVE makings Love to my with this music.

  • @diversekcox
    @diversekcox 11 місяців тому

    Love love love!!! Keep the vibes going!! 🥰😘🔥🔥 0:27

  • @NabilMoustakim-ue4qd
    @NabilMoustakim-ue4qd Рік тому

    اهیواهتكوتكوتتتكوتتتك.

  • @NabilMoustakim-ue4qd
    @NabilMoustakim-ue4qd Рік тому

    تكتكوتكتكوتكتتكوتكاتكوتكتكوتكتكاتیا.هتكوتكتك

  • @kojoayinde7499
    @kojoayinde7499 Рік тому

    100% Facts!!

  • @NabilMoustakim-ue4qd
    @NabilMoustakim-ue4qd Рік тому

    وحسن.تنی.وشریف.علاوی

  • @NabilMoustakim-ue4qd
    @NabilMoustakim-ue4qd Рік тому

    تكتكوتكتكترتكتكوتكتكرتكتك

  • @karinacampos2745
    @karinacampos2745 Рік тому

    Amazing

  • @和夫野村-i4m
    @和夫野村-i4m Рік тому

    I love Africa and I was Africa few times.I love your rizm and soul I praud of you from Japan. A RI GA TO!

  • @gonzaloamarelle496
    @gonzaloamarelle496 Рік тому

    Amazing music! Why boka juniors? Is for the argentinian football team? Greetings from Argentina!!

    • @Wontanarainc
      @Wontanarainc Рік тому

      “Boka Juniors” if from the man, Boka Camara- a Guinean, who created this group and tons of others and was truly a staple for Guinean music today. A lot of his breaks and music pieces are sampled in many djembe music today. Check out our page to learn more of him @wontanarapercussions ( & @wontanara.inc) on Instagram🇬🇳 And MUCH LOVE to Argentina & futbol!

    • @gonzaloamarelle496
      @gonzaloamarelle496 Рік тому

      @@Wontanarainc Thanks so much!!! I love to learn about music!!

  • @giselebouvier670
    @giselebouvier670 Рік тому

    Vous devriez donner des cours en ligne ça serait chouette 👏👏🙏

    • @Wontanarainc
      @Wontanarainc Рік тому

      Nous aurons une série à venir l'année prochaine, suivez notre page Instagram pour plus d'informations @wontanara.inc

  • @beugresylva8261
    @beugresylva8261 Рік тому

    Bravoooo félicitations

  • @raldoofficial884
    @raldoofficial884 Рік тому

    This is so fire !!🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @darz3829
    @darz3829 Рік тому

    Take five fellows. No, seriously - take a break.

  • @elspethdickie
    @elspethdickie Рік тому

    🎉love your music, love your costumes, love your energy. . Fabulous! Thank you

  • @QUEENPHARAOH
    @QUEENPHARAOH Рік тому

    So graceful and smooth

  • @AlexisCarterNotaryMentor
    @AlexisCarterNotaryMentor Рік тому

    This camera is crisp!! So clear!

  • @Узбойс
    @Узбойс Рік тому

    Этожи узбекский музика на чилдирме играет

  • @christylove2612
    @christylove2612 Рік тому

    African culture..... is and will always be soulful

    • @Wontanarainc
      @Wontanarainc Рік тому

      YES INDEED! Follow us for more !😊

  • @MyaDspecialist
    @MyaDspecialist Рік тому

    ❤❤❤

  • @myadajanku
    @myadajanku 2 роки тому

    This was so great. What is the spelling of Mouminatou’s Fula last name?

    • @Wontanarainc
      @Wontanarainc 2 роки тому

      Thank you for listening! It’s spelled “Diallo.” Or you sometimes see it spelled “Jalloh” but “Diallo” is the more popular spelling for it. The D & I make the J sound in Fula.

    • @myadajanku
      @myadajanku 2 роки тому

      @@Wontanarainc Got it

  • @myadajanku
    @myadajanku 2 роки тому

    I’m in Love with this podcast already