Robert Lopez (USA) Atabaque and Candomble Presentation
Thursday, May 1, 2025, 1730 - 1930
Atabaque and Candomble Presentation
Percussionist and educator Robert Lopez will showcase the powerful rhythms of the Afro-Brazilian atabaque and bring to life the music, cultural history, and personal insights tied to these traditions. Rooted in the spiritual practices of Candomble, these vibrant drum patterns have significantly influenced folk traditions throughout the Americas.
Artist Biography
Robert Lopez
A percussionist and educator, Robert has a background in various types of musical folkloric traditions of Brazil, Ghana and Cuba, alongside contemporary chamber music and free improvisation. This range allows a malleable approach to sharing musical ideas. Since 2011, he has been an active member of the Bay Area music community working with groups SO AR, the Red Room Orchestra, Grex and Jordan Glenn's BEAK among others. Since 2014 he has maintained a close relationship with Brazilian master drummer Jorge Alabe. This partnership has led to presentations at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, awards from the Fulbright US Student Program and a grant from the Alliance for California Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program. He currently teaches at the SF Community Music Center and the SF Waldorf High School.
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Website: https://go.evvnt.com/2942684-2?pid=2874
Category: Attractions | Talks and Lectures
Percussionist and educator Robert Lopez will showcase the powerful rhythms of the Afro-Brazilian atabaque and bring to life the music, cultural history, and personal insights tied to these traditions. Rooted in the spiritual practices of Candomble, these vibrant drum patterns have significantly influenced folk traditions throughout the Americas.
Artist Biography
Robert Lopez
A percussionist and educator, Robert has a background in various types of musical folkloric traditions of Brazil, Ghana and Cuba, alongside contemporary chamber music and free improvisation. This range allows a malleable approach to sharing musical ideas. Since 2011, he has been an active member of the Bay Area music community working with groups SO AR, the Red Room Orchestra, Grex and Jordan Glenn's BEAK among others. Since 2014 he has maintained a close relationship with Brazilian master drummer Jorge Alabe. This partnership has led to presentations at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, awards from the Fulbright US Student Program and a grant from the Alliance for California Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program. He currently teaches at the SF Community Music Center and the SF Waldorf High School.
URL:
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/2942684-2?pid=2874
Category: Attractions | Talks and Lectures
Starting Price Per Person
Free
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Where
Cafe La Bohème
3318 24th Street
San Francisco California 94110
United States
( Restaurant - Cafe - Bar )
3318 24th Street
San Francisco California 94110
United States
( Restaurant - Cafe - Bar )
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