Brooklyn Historical Society Opens New Public Perspectives Exhibition:
A Drum Beats in Brooklyn:
A Photography Exhibition Celebrating the Drum-Based and African Influenced Traditions of Brooklyn
On View February 14 through May 13, 2007
http://brooklynhistory.org/exhibitions/drum_beats.html
curated by the She Shootin' Photography Collective ( SheShootin.blogspot.com )
Laylah Amatullah Barrayn, Delphine Fawundu-Buford, Ava Griffiths, Kerika Fields and Nsenga Knight
OPENING RECEPTION: Thursday, February 15, 5:30 - 7:30pm
A Drum Beats in Brooklyn offers a panoramic view of traditions such as J'ouvert, Drummers Grove, Tribute to the Ancestors of the Middle Passage among others and show how they are uniquely Brooklyn. From the intimate gesture to the grand declaration, the She Shootin' Photography Collective document these celebrations that bring spectator and performer together and highlight the timeless magic of the drum.
This exhibition will include a video installation of excerpts from The Other Side of the Water, a documentary of the journey of a Haitian rara band in Brooklyn.
Location:
Brooklyn Historical Society
128 Pierrepont Street - Brooklyn, NY 11201
www.BrooklynHistory.org
(718) 222-4111
Hours: Wednesday - Sunday, 12 - 5 p.m.
M, R to Court Street; 2, 3, 4, 5 to Borough Hall
Public Perspectives has been made possible by a generous grant from the Lily Auchincloss Foundation
Media Sponsors: Vibe Vixen - VibeVixen.com and Calabar Magazine - calabarmag.com
ANNEX EXHIBITION: A Drum Beats in Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Central Branch @ Grand Army Plaza
February 13 - April 13, 2007
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A Drum Beats in Brooklyn Calendar of Programs
The following events will take place at the Brooklyn Historical Society
February 15, Thursday 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Opening Reception
A Drum Beats in Brooklyn
Please join us for an evening of riveting photography documenting the drumming traditions of Brooklyn
and enjoy live drumming from the African Diaspora. Meet the curators and artists, too! Free.
March 17, Saturday 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Panel Discussion
Behind the Drum
You are invited to join the discussion with the historians and organizers who have kept Brooklyn's African-
based traditions alive. Representatives from BAM's DanceAfrica, Weeksville Heritage Center, West
Indian American Day Carnival, Drummer's Grove, and International African Arts Festival will discuss the
history and influence that these gathering has had on New York most populous borough. Free with
admission.
April 11, Wednesday 7:00 pm
Jazz Concert
An Evening with Randy Weston
As part of the 8 th Annual Central Brooklyn Jazz Festival, please join us for an evening of jazz and conversation with Randy Weston.
After contributing six decades of musical direction and genius, Randy Weston remains one of the world's foremost pianists and
composers today, a true innovator and visionary. Encompassing the vast rhythmic heritage of Africa , his global creations musically
continue to inform and inspire.
Trio featuring: Randy Weston, piano; Leo Clarke, African Percussion and Alex Blake, bass.
Pre-paid reservations required, as space is limited. Sorry, no refunds. Call for reservations Wednesday-Sunday 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 718-222-4111 ext. 250.
Tickets: $30 concert only (Members)
$45 concert only (Non-members)
$75 concert and private reception with Mr. Weston (Members)
$100 concert and private reception with Mr. Weston (Non-members)
April 14, Saturday 2:00 – 4:00 pm
A Family Arts and Crafts Afternoon
Fun with Drums
Participate in an afternoon of arts and crafts based around the drum. Families and children learn to make
their own drums, and partake in painting and collage-making. There will be drumming workshops
alongside of traditional African story telling. Free with admission.
May 12, Saturday 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Brunch with the Curators of A Drum Beats in Brooklyn
Sip n' Chat
Join the curators, the She Shootin' Photography Collective for a discussion on photography, culture and
the arts. The ladies, Laylah Amatullah Barrayn, Kerika Fields, Delphine Fawundu-Buford, Ava Griffiths
and Nsenga Knight will share stories on curating a Drum Beats in Brooklyn over a light brunch of
delicious Caribbean and Senegalese appetizers and tea. Free with admission.
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