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This past week was one of those rare stretches that reminds me exactly why I do what I do. Over the course of a few days, our Rhythms of...

On Sunday, July 6, I had the honor of leading a special edition of my Rhythms of the Diaspora workshop at Hudson Crossing Park in...

As I look back on the past few weeks, I’m filled with gratitude for the many opportunities I’ve had to share music—from quiet, intimate...

Almost a week ago, I returned from another powerful trip to Cuba—this time, a shorter but deeply inspiring visit that added new fuel to...

On February 19, 2025, I had the honor of leading a powerful and uplifting event at the New York State Museum in Albany, NY, sponsored by...

On Friday night April 4th 2025, the room was vibrating—literally and spiritually. From the first downbeat to the final breath, Rhythms of...

There's something unmistakable about the presence of spirit in movement. I felt it one afternoon while watching Conjunto Folklórico...

For years, I’ve been deep in the world of rhythm—studying, performing, and teaching across the African diaspora. From the djembe...

Standing in Albany City Hall for Black History Month, surrounded by the echoes of history, I felt the rhythm move through me. The steady...

There’s something about the sound of the clave that feels like a heartbeat—steady, constant, alive. It’s more than just rhythm; it’s a...

Every time I step onto a stage, it’s more than a performance—it’s a continuation of something much bigger than me. This past week at...

The rhythms of Santiago have been living in me ever since I left Cuba. The energy, the movement, the conversations, the music that never...

Introduction Cuba is alive with rhythms, movement, and stories. As a musician and cultural educator, my recent trip to Havana gave me an...

As a music enthusiast, I've always been captivated by the vibrant rhythms and soulful melodies that echo through different cultures. From...

From the heartbeat of a newborn to the pulsating rhythms of the earth, music is a universal language that speaks directly to our souls,...

I hope this finds you well. I wanted to let you know I released two songs this week -- Blood On the Leaves and Killer Bees. You can...

There is a small village in Africa full of artists committed to sharing the music, dance, and culture of their ancestors. Roughly 5 hours...

For this past 'throwback Thursday' I was on the African village vibrations and I came across a clip of the drummers from Toubakouta,...

I wrote this song after putting the music together and wanted to sort of tell a bit of my story as a youth on Long Island. Writing and...

Rites of passage is now available on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, Tidal, Soundcloud and so much more! This is a special one for me that I am...