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Owned and run by Ethiopian dancer and choreographer Melaku Belay, Fendika Cultural Center is a cultural hub that offers classes, workshops, art exhibits, jazz nights, and cultural activities, beginning with displays of local painters and monthly poetry readings. [1] [3] [4] It hosts the shows of Fendika and the Ethiocolor, two Ethiopian music ...
Fendika musicians at PhilaMOCA in 2018. Fendika often leads workshops in traditional Ethiopian music and dance. [2] The group also supports a school for migrant children which aims to prevent youth homelessness and child labor by providing cultural education for these children and their families. [4]
Ashenda (Tigrinya: ኣሸንዳ) is a festival that originated in the Northern part of Ethiopia, dating back to around 400 AD during the Axumite civilization. [1] Celebrated across various regions of Ethiopia, its origins are believed to be tied to the Axumite civilization and an ancient pagan ritual known as “Ayni Wari” (Tigrinya ...
Orthodox Christians in Ethiopia celebrate Meskel, the first major festival of the religious year. Skip to main content. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290-4726 more ...
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He was later dismissed for his tendency to experiment and his insistence on playing traditional and contemporary Ethiopian music, instead of adhering to the classical curriculum. [2] [3] His music fuses traditional azmari music, Ethio-jazz, dub, reggae, jazz, Latin, and classical music. [2] [3] The title of his debut album, Guzo, means "journey ...
Debo Band (also known simply as Debo) are a Boston-based Ethiopian music band led by saxophonist Danny Mekonnen and fronted by vocalist Bruck Tesfaye. [2] Ranging from 10–12 members playing horns, guitars, violins, percussion, and accordion, their sound incorporates Ethiojazz, folk, and pop styles from the Horn of Africa infused with tinges of motifs from Eastern Europe and Asia, as well as ...
Eskista (Amharic: እስክስታ) is a traditional Amhara cultural dance originated by the Amhara ethnic group [1] in Ethiopia. Due to the widespread influence of the Amhara people, the dance is performed in almost every corner of the country and has gone viral internationally, becoming a global trend celebrated by diverse audiences.