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Melaku Belay and Fendika
Fendika, a troupe of the most accomplished azmari musicians and dancers from Addis Ababa, draws deeply from the well of Ethiopias bardic tradition while adding creative movements and sounds that revitalize their ancient artistic forms.
Melaka is a virtuoso interpreter of eskista, a traditional Ethiopian trance dance of athletic shoulder movements that presage hip hop movements of breaking and popping. Their show builds in sonic and dance intensity, often culminating in an exciting interaction as Fendika members join the audience to invite dance participation
Fendika features six performers two dancers, a singer, and instruments including kebero drums, masenko (a one-stringed bowed fiddle), and krar (a five- or six-stringed lyre).
Fendika members: Melaku Belay, dance Zinash Tsegaye, dance Mesay Abebaye, kebero drums Fassika Hailu, krar Gizachew Teklemariam, masenko Nardos Tesfaw, vocals
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LocationThe Eclectic (View)
25 Meadow Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
United States
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Kid Friendly: Yes! |
Dog Friendly: No |
Non-Smoking: Yes! |
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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