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Boka Marimba

Walters Cultural Arts Center 527 East Main Street, Hillsboro, OR, United States
Come experience Portland’s original African-style marimba band! Boka Marimba brings the energetic dance music of Zimbabwe and southern Africa to the Walters stage with a show that is a feast for both the eyes and ears as the musicians move with lightning speed and agility. You’ll have trouble sitting still...

Tora’Dan

Walters Cultural Arts Center 527 East Main Street, Hillsboro, OR, United States
Hailing from the vibrant and culturally rich landscapes of the Middle East, Tora'dan fuses traditional Azerbaijani Turkish music with the raw power of rock, crafting a uniquely captivating and intense sound. For the past 17 years, Tovas and Jan Porvas have performed together globally, fueled by their shared love for...

Silkroad Ensemble: Uplifted Voices

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, United States
In Uplifted Voices, Silkroad shines a light on previously under-recognized voices from across the globe to change our perspective of the history and migration of music. Through a stunning collaboration of global instrumentation, Silkroad's newest project champions women and non-binary members of the Silkroad Ensemble alongside special guest Tuscarora/Taíno musician...

Sarada Kala Nilayam: Jam to Our Beats

Walters Cultural Arts Center 527 East Main Street, Hillsboro, OR, United States
Come jam with us! A call-and-response session between the artists on stage, this evening showcases South Indian rhythms made by the nattuvangam (cymbals), mridangams (double-sided drums), and konnakkol (recitation of rhythmic syllables). Sway, move, and groove to the rhythm made by instruments with an ancient history, and participate in an...

Unit Souzou: Constant State of Otherness

Walters Cultural Arts Center 527 East Main Street, Hillsboro, OR, United States
Constant State of Otherness is a multi-layered performance exploring the impacts of the universal experiences of othering and alienation. Through taiko, Japanese folk dance, song, and personal story, six performers guide the audience through a four-part journey inspired by experiences of isolation and displacement that come from not having an...