PAL in the Parks: The Chinyakare Ensemble
Date and Time
Saturday Aug 20, 2022
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PDT
Saturday August 20th, 12-1pm
Location
Jean Sweeney Open Space Park, 1925 Sherman St, Alameda
Fees/Admission
Free
Description
Celebrate world cultures and diversity through the arts with PAL – Family Concerts in the Parks. Performance, Arts and Learning come together in a family-friendly series of music, dance, and arts education brought to you by Rhythmix in partnership with the City of Alameda’s Recreation and Parks Department. The Chinyakare Ensemble performs Saturday, August 20th from 12-1pm at Jean Sweeney Park. Chinyakare provides audiences with a glimpse of the beauty, excitement, and spirit of traditional African dance and song. A family of musicians, dancers and teachers, the Chinyakare Ensemble is committed to preserving and sharing traditional Zimbabwean culture, promoting community building and education through music and dance. Chinyakare presents an electrifying performance of music, songs and dance weaving colorful stories that show scenes from everyday life, while teaching important life lessons, such as goal-setting, perseverance, and thankfulness.