ÀRÀ : The Perfomer
ÀRÀ is a supremely talented singer, songwriter, dancer, producer, and actress - the world acclaimed first female talking drummer leads an orchestra of exceptionally talented musicians and dancers who create pulses of entertaining symphony of world music genre that accentuates the African talking drums, acknowledged as world's most sophisticated musical instruments of communication from Yoruba heritage.
Her dexterity in fusing traditional African beats with modern rhythms has led her to holding studio and theatre performances with world music greats and Grammy award winning superstars. She recorded and performed with Steve Wonder on his "A TIME TO LOVE" album, Wyclef Jean on the same platform and many others.
Journey of the Queen of Drums
A revival of popular awareness and patronage of the profound place and power of the African drum in the resilient evolution and captivating nuances of Africa is the vision. The talking drum also known as "Gan-gan" is unique to Yoruba's of Nigeria's South-West.
It was a sole preserve of men until ÀRÀ broke this major traditional jinx, influencing an upsurge in the fresh movement of female talking drummers. The first female talking drummer of international repute. The goddess of drums. The most culturally relevant entertainment brand-influencer. THIS IS ÀRÀ!
Through ages and challenges, the drum has been a loyal companion and comrade of the black race. Drum celebrated wealth, It mobilized patriots to war, and Africa is deep. The African drum is integral to African evolution! It has a past, it commands conscious presence in a fast-changing society. It is vital to Africa's sound future! We must tell its story, Praise its strength, Protect and promote its legacies. THIS IS THE CORE MISSION OF ÀRÀ!
ÀRÀ: The Producer
ÀRÀ's strong interest in culture and tourism is huge and that impressed upon her a noble commitment to drive tourism investment across the country through cinematography and movie production. "OSUNFUNKE" is one movie with a big heart for national heritage. The movie while giving viewers a classic love tale brings to light another opportunity to project tourism.
Help change the world with ARA.
The Queen of drums aspires to Inspire lives through her music and Foundation, this shall be done incrementally with intentional attention turned on the most vulnerable segment of the society, including the girl-child, the orphan, the less opportuned and people with disabilities.
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- 5 Mar, 2023
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