Pratigya, Devi, Manu and Asha of the Tintale Village Women’s Alliance traveled the rigorous 15-hour journey from Tintale Village to Kathmandu this past summer. They recorded a number of spirited folk melodies in the studio– the first time any of them have ever seen a a professional recording space, and the first time two of … Read More
The Tama or “Talking Drum” is a traditional percussion instrument very popular all over West Africa. It is traditionally a Griot instrument and it is considered one of the oldest percussion instruments in West Africa. The particularity of this instrument is that its tone can be pitched by pressing or releasing the strings that hold … Read More
Tal Ben Ari ‘Tula’ and Roberto Luti perform “Teach Your Children” in honor of Playing For Change Day on September 22, 2012. PLAYING FOR CHANGE DAY was created in 2011 to unite the global community through the power of music. On Playing For Change Day, communities will gather as musicians and music lovers from all over … Read More
Mitrata Nepal Music Program – Nepal
Mitrata Music Program – Nepal
A beautiful duo featuring Wassa Kouyaté, young malian musician who graduated from the National Institute of Arts and Boubacar Gouem, student and mentor at Ecole de Musique de Kirina This song is a traditional Mandinga song called “Bani” (The Refusal) and refers to the resistance of the Mandiga asnd Sarkole people against the Fula, during … Read More
In this interview, filmed in Kirina, Mali. Mahamadou Diabaté and Seydou Dembelé, respectively Director and Administrator at Ecole de Musique de Kirina explain how the music school got started, and the impact of the music school on the community.
Treasurer Carolyn is a Managing Director and member of Blackrock’s Global Credit Platform. She is responsible for originating and executing direct lending and special situations investment opportunities and maintaining relationships with key deal sources and intermediaries across the US including private equity groups, investment banks, turnaround advisors and others. The investments sourced can be placed … Read More
Stacie is a hearts-on, hands-on racial equity facilitator and culture consultant who centers presence, empathy, and a strengths-based approach in her work with organizations. Prior to establishing c3 Catalyst, Stacie spent 20 years in nonprofit sector leadership roles both in-house and consulting to nonprofits, philanthropies, and academic institutions throughout the US. She is a trainer … Read More
Secretary Karen is in the business of guiding conscious companies in their quest to turn visions into reality. She promotes the business paradigm that focuses on people, planet, purpose and prosperity. Karen has over 20 years’ experience working with global brands including managing projects for celebrity brands such as George Foreman, Bob Marley and Akon. … Read More