A night of music and dancing will mark the "Tribute to Hip-Hop" at the Sonoma State University at 9 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 18 in the Cooperage.
Featured performers Henri-Pierre Koubaka and Kasumai Bare perform ancient and contemporary Mandingo music from Senegal, Mali, Guinea and Kongo. Henri-Pierre Koubaka leads the group with vocals and acoustic guitar. He is also the host of KALW Radio's "Kumpo Beat," which airs Thursday evenings from 10 p.m. to midnight on 91.7 FM.
While the unavoidable percussion section contributes secular and spiritual rhythms, the ensemble often incorporates a variety of instruments which may include balafon, violin or saxophone. The performance can range from solo acoustic guitar to a large ensemble featuring dancers.
Admission is $5 for SSU students, and $10 general admission. To purchase tickets, please call the Sonoma Student Union front desk at (707) 664-2382.
For more information on this or other ICC events, call (707) 664-2537 or online at www.sonoma.edu/ICC.
