GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. - The all women world music percussion, vocal and dance ensemble Gaia Roots will perform at Berkshire South Regional Community Center Friday August 21st from 6-7:30pm This inspiring and lively performance will feature folkloric Afro-Caribbean and West African percussion and drumming rhythms accompanied by vocal harmonies, traditional dance, original music and unique arrangements.
The Hillcrest Educational Center teen drummers led by educator Aimee Gelinas will open the show. Gaia Roots has been performing, teaching and co-creating music for over 15 years and was co-founded by local Berkshire drumming educator Aimee Gelinas. This show is supported in part by a grant from the Great Barrington Cultural Council in conjunction with Berkshire South. Gaia Roots CD’s and DVD’s will be available for sale at the show.
For information about drum classes and shows, email aimee@gaiaroots.com. Visit www.myspace.com/gaiarootsmusic & www.gaiaroots.com for more info. This show is free for Great Barrington residents and $3 for all others.
