Percussionist, Drum Maker, Storyteller, Pioneer in Arts Integrated Education
For 25 years I have conducted artist residencies, performances, workshops, teacher in-service and professional development, that has made a substantial contribution to the cultural and educational life of communities throughout the State of Ohio and the United States. I have taught extensively in a vast range of academic and cultural settings, including universities, professional companies, K-12 grade schools, populations with special needs, and teacher professional development.
I have developed an innovative methodology that integrates art, science, math, music, social studies, dance, language, and history into the core curriculum. My multiple intelligences approach is holistic in application and results in measurable improvement of student academic achievement.
Master Craftsman Ohio Arts Council Traditional Artist Apprenticeship Program
My present affiliations include:
- Roster Artist OAC Arts Learning Program
- Djapo Cultural Arts Institute
- Center for Arts-Inspired Learning Program
- Foluke Culture Arts Center, Cleveland Ohio
- Ohio Alliance for Arts Education Artist in Schools program, Columbus Ohio
Drum Circle Leader and Facilitator
I founded the Inner Peace Drum Circle and The Heart Beat Drum Circle, Ohio’s largest annual outdoor drumming event. Each year, two to three hundred people gather to play and dance at the Edgewater Park in Cleveland, Ohio.
Hire Me For Your Event
I am available for residencies, workshops and one-off events at schools, churches, senior citizens and other community oriented events.
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