Opening Ceremony
Join us for the Opening Ceremony starting at 11:00am with performances by Jack DeJohnette, Paul Winter, Tasa and Rob. Celebrity appearances, food & art vendors and world class music throughout the day!
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Our Opening Ceremony is
dedicated in memory of Nick Attanasio
Nick was an award winning bass drummer from Lake Katrine, N.Y.
He was an inspiration to many generations who followed him and he created a style that many emulated.
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POOK and Energy Dance Company
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| Percussion Orchestra of Kingston |
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COBU
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| Japanese Drumming |
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Kotoko Brass
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| Inspired by the traditional drum rhythms of Ghana, Kotoko Brass has created a unique, joyful, and improvisational style of West African dance music described by the Boston Globe as “propulsive, infectious party music”. |
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Paul Winter’s “My Brazil” Quintet
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| Paul Winter’s musical realm has long embraced the traditions of the world’s cultures, as well as the extraordinary voices of what he refers to as “the greater symphony of the Earth.” |
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NEXUS with So Percussion
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| “The high priests of the percussion world” – NY Times |
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NYU Steel Band
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When Glass Meets Steel - NYU Steel is dedicated to exploring the art of steel pans to the fullest
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The Big Takeover Reggae Band
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| The Big Takeover delivers a fresh take on Reggae, Rocksteady and Ska! Blending the pop sounds of Jamaica and world music with the soulful energy of Motown this band is one tight, grooving ensemble! |
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Tasa and Rob
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With rich vocal harmonies as husband and wife, Rob carries the rhythm on the guitar, while Tasa accompanies with warm, melodic violin arrangements.
They perform at local venues, weddings, and private parties in and around Sarasota, FL. |
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The Beatbox House
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| Pushes the boundaries of the human voice |
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Jack DeJohnette Quartet
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| Jack DeJohnette will be joined with world class performers including Matthew Garrison, John Medeski, Luisito Quintero. |
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