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Artist Spotlight ✨ Balafon has recently been blessed to work closely with Papa Dame, a legendary Senegalese drummer and djeli (griot) who relocated to Pittsburgh, PA. He emphasizes the importance of information and its ability to connect us, transcending borders and uniting our shared history. At 71 years old, he's still learning and growing, highlighting that art, like knowledge, knows no boundaries. His perspective reminds us that the more we understand, the more we can help each other heal and grow—across generations and continents. Follow us to get to know more of the Balafon West African Dance Ensemble family and the inspiring stories behind the music that connects us all. #BalafonWestAfricanDanceEnsemble #PowerOfKnowledge #SharedHistory #HealingThroughArt (fb)