About the Artist
The Ologundê celebrates the rich Afro-Brazilian culture of Salvador, Bahia, through a diverse repertoire of music, dance, and martial arts. Composed of Brazilians living in the United States and Brazil, Ologundê includes former members of world-renowned music and dance troupes and is led by master percussionist Dendê. The ensemble has performed throughout the US since its formation in 2002 and toured Greece as part of the Cultural Olympiad, appearing at the Kalamata Dance Festival and the Athens Festival at the Acropolis. The company’s educational programs have been featured at venues such as Lincoln Center, the Juilliard School, the Eastman School of Music, and the Peabody Conservatory, among many other esteemed institutions.
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