Inite Fè La Fuerza!

In Unity, There Is Strength.

Three cultures. One floor. One powerful evening of movement, music, and community                      

Jean Appolon Expressions, BOMBAntillana, and MetaMovements come together for a collaborative Master Class honoring the living, breathing traditions of Afro-Cuban, Afro-Haitian, and Afro-Puerto Rican dance and music—bridging folkloric forms with Cuban Modern and Horton-based Modern techniques. Join us for an immersive evening of dance, song, and live percussion as we gather under one roof to share rhythm, history, and joy. 

This master class is a gathering of unity across the African diaspora from ancestral forms to contemporary expression AND an opportunity to learn more about the exciting programs launching this season at the JAE Dance Center.

Come dance. Come sing. Come drum. 

All ages and experience levels are welcome.

Pre-registration is strongly encouraged as space is limited.

✨ Friday, February 6th | 7–9 PM

📍 Jean Appolon Expressions Dance Center

2153 Washington Street, Roxbury, MA

Jean Appolon Expressions (www.jeanappolonexpressions.org), BOMBAntillana (www.bombantillana.com) & MetaMovements (www.metamovements.com)

Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon at The Dance Complex

• Day/Time: Saturdays from 1:30-3pm

• Winter 2026 Dates: January 10th to March 28th

• Location: The Dance Complex Studio 3 & on Zoom

South African Fusion

• Instructor: Mcebisi Xotyeni

• Day/Time: Mondays 6-7pm ET

• Dates:  January 12th to March 30th

  • No Class: 1/19, 2/16

• Description: This vibrant class blends traditional South African movement—including Xhosa, Zulu, Tswana, and Sotho—with contemporary street styles and dances from across the African continent. The class begins with an energizing cardio warm-up rooted in African movement vocabulary, followed by stretching and strength-building exercises to ground the body.
  
  Dancers will explore traveling sequences and across-the-floor progressions that highlight rhythm, footwork, and cultural expression. The class concludes with a joyful combination danced together to live drumming.

  Open to movers of all backgrounds and experience levels—come ready to sweat, learn, and celebrate the richness of African dance traditions!

Liberation Drumming Class

• Instructors: Arnaud Lauture and Josil Rebert

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 6-7pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31

  • No class on Feb 3

• Description: Explore the rhythms of Haiti with Haitian Folkloric Master Drummers Josil Rebert and Arnaud Lauture. You will be immersed in learning Yanvalou, Mayi, Ibo, Congo and a variety of other rhythms. No prior drumming experience required, all levels are welcome, from absolute beginners to seasoned musicians.Participants can either bring a drum from home, or use a JAE drum. Listen to Your Body: If you feel any strain or pain in your hands or wrists, take a brief pause. Taking care of your body allows you to sustain your practice and enjoy the rhythms for years to come!

Haitian Folkloric Dance

• Instructors: Jean Appolon and Velouse Joseph

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 7-8pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31st

• Description: Jean Appolon Expressions’ weekly Haitian Folkloric dance class with live drumming offers a vital space for healing and community (lakou), inviting dancers to connect with their bodies and cultural roots. The JAE educator leads dancers through the powerful movements of Haitian Folkloric repertoires like Kongo, Ibo and Yanvalou, encouraging them to breathe, release, and express themselves. This transformative practice fosters unity, strength, and resilience, providing a joyful and grounded experience deeply connected to the vibrant spirit of Haiti.

• Instructor: Jean Appolon

• Day/Time: Wednesdays 6-7:30pm ET

• Dates: January 14th to March 31st

• Description: Horton Fusion is a dynamic 90 minute class geared toward intermediate and advanced dancers, though all levels are welcome. The session opens with a rigorous, full-body Horton-inspired warm-up that establishes core strength and clear lines. This transitions into across-the-floor progressions which blend Horton technique with various contemporary styles, emphasizing weight shifts, floor work, and dynamic movement through space. The class culminates in a short, challenging choreographic phrase that synthesizes technical precision with expressive artistry. Often featuring live musical accompaniment, Horton Fusion aims to expand the dancer's versatility, artistry, and physical endurance in a supportive environment.

Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon at The Dance Complex

• Day/Time: Saturdays from 1:30-3pm

• Winter 2026 Dates: January 10th to March 28th

• Location: The Dance Complex Studio 3 & on Zoom

Liberation Drumming Class

• Instructors: Arnaud Lauture and Josil Rebert

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 6-7pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31

  • No class on Feb 3

• Description: Explore the rhythms of Haiti with Haitian Folkloric Master Drummers Josil Rebert and Arnaud Lauture. You will be immersed in learning Yanvalou, Mayi, Ibo, Congo and a variety of other rhythms. No prior drumming experience required, all levels are welcome, from absolute beginners to seasoned musicians.Participants can either bring a drum from home, or use a JAE drum. Listen to Your Body: If you feel any strain or pain in your hands or wrists, take a brief pause. Taking care of your body allows you to sustain your practice and enjoy the rhythms for years to come!

Haitian Folkloric Dance

• Instructors: Jean Appolon and Velouse Joseph

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 7-8pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31st

• Description: Jean Appolon Expressions’ weekly Haitian Folkloric dance class with live drumming offers a vital space for healing and community (lakou), inviting dancers to connect with their bodies and cultural roots. The JAE educator leads dancers through the powerful movements of Haitian Folkloric repertoires like Kongo, Ibo and Yanvalou, encouraging them to breathe, release, and express themselves. This transformative practice fosters unity, strength, and resilience, providing a joyful and grounded experience deeply connected to the vibrant spirit of Haiti.

• Instructor: Jean Appolon

• Day/Time: Wednesdays 6-7:30pm ET

• Dates: January 14th to March 31st

• Description: Horton Fusion is a dynamic 90 minute class geared toward intermediate and advanced dancers, though all levels are welcome. The session opens with a rigorous, full-body Horton-inspired warm-up that establishes core strength and clear lines. This transitions into across-the-floor progressions which blend Horton technique with various contemporary styles, emphasizing weight shifts, floor work, and dynamic movement through space. The class culminates in a short, challenging choreographic phrase that synthesizes technical precision with expressive artistry. Often featuring live musical accompaniment, Horton Fusion aims to expand the dancer's versatility, artistry, and physical endurance in a supportive environment.

Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon at The Dance Complex

• Day/Time: Saturdays from 1:30-3pm

• Winter 2026 Dates: January 10th to March 28th

• Location: The Dance Complex Studio 3 & on Zoom

South African Fusion

• Instructor: Mcebisi Xotyeni

• Day/Time: Mondays 6-7pm ET

• Dates:  January 12th to March 30th

  • No Class: 1/19, 2/16

• Description: This vibrant class blends traditional South African movement—including Xhosa, Zulu, Tswana, and Sotho—with contemporary street styles and dances from across the African continent. The class begins with an energizing cardio warm-up rooted in African movement vocabulary, followed by stretching and strength-building exercises to ground the body.
  
  Dancers will explore traveling sequences and across-the-floor progressions that highlight rhythm, footwork, and cultural expression. The class concludes with a joyful combination danced together to live drumming.

  Open to movers of all backgrounds and experience levels—come ready to sweat, learn, and celebrate the richness of African dance traditions!

Liberation Drumming Class

• Instructors: Arnaud Lauture and Josil Rebert

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 6-7pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31

  • No class on Feb 3

• Description: Explore the rhythms of Haiti with Haitian Folkloric Master Drummers Josil Rebert and Arnaud Lauture. You will be immersed in learning Yanvalou, Mayi, Ibo, Congo and a variety of other rhythms. No prior drumming experience required, all levels are welcome, from absolute beginners to seasoned musicians.Participants can either bring a drum from home, or use a JAE drum. Listen to Your Body: If you feel any strain or pain in your hands or wrists, take a brief pause. Taking care of your body allows you to sustain your practice and enjoy the rhythms for years to come!

Haitian Folkloric Dance

• Instructors: Jean Appolon and Velouse Joseph

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 7-8pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31st

• Description: Jean Appolon Expressions’ weekly Haitian Folkloric dance class with live drumming offers a vital space for healing and community (lakou), inviting dancers to connect with their bodies and cultural roots. The JAE educator leads dancers through the powerful movements of Haitian Folkloric repertoires like Kongo, Ibo and Yanvalou, encouraging them to breathe, release, and express themselves. This transformative practice fosters unity, strength, and resilience, providing a joyful and grounded experience deeply connected to the vibrant spirit of Haiti.

• Instructor: Jean Appolon

• Day/Time: Wednesdays 6-7:30pm ET

• Dates: January 14th to March 31st

• Description: Horton Fusion is a dynamic 90 minute class geared toward intermediate and advanced dancers, though all levels are welcome. The session opens with a rigorous, full-body Horton-inspired warm-up that establishes core strength and clear lines. This transitions into across-the-floor progressions which blend Horton technique with various contemporary styles, emphasizing weight shifts, floor work, and dynamic movement through space. The class culminates in a short, challenging choreographic phrase that synthesizes technical precision with expressive artistry. Often featuring live musical accompaniment, Horton Fusion aims to expand the dancer's versatility, artistry, and physical endurance in a supportive environment.

Creative Dance for Kids

• Instructors: Jean Appolon and Meg McGrath

• Day/Time: Saturdays 9-10 am ET (once a month)

  • Dates: Jan 31st, Feb 28th, March 28th

• Description: Creative Dance for Kids introduces young children to the art of dance using patterns, movement words, music and storytelling. Haitian Folkloric rhythms and movements are woven into the class in a child-friendly fashion. During class, the students explore a different theme from social justice topics through age-appropriate literature, conversation, and movement. Past and future themes include kindness, acceptance, noticing and appreciating differences, identity, standing up against injustice, and love.

Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon at The Dance Complex

• Day/Time: Saturdays from 1:30-3pm

• Winter 2026 Dates: January 10th to March 28th

• Location: The Dance Complex Studio 3 & on Zoom

South African Fusion

• Instructor: Mcebisi Xotyeni

• Day/Time: Mondays 6-7pm ET

• Dates:  January 12th to March 30th

  • No Class: 1/19, 2/16

• Description: This vibrant class blends traditional South African movement—including Xhosa, Zulu, Tswana, and Sotho—with contemporary street styles and dances from across the African continent. The class begins with an energizing cardio warm-up rooted in African movement vocabulary, followed by stretching and strength-building exercises to ground the body.
  
  Dancers will explore traveling sequences and across-the-floor progressions that highlight rhythm, footwork, and cultural expression. The class concludes with a joyful combination danced together to live drumming.

  Open to movers of all backgrounds and experience levels—come ready to sweat, learn, and celebrate the richness of African dance traditions!

Liberation Drumming Class

• Instructors: Arnaud Lauture and Josil Rebert

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 6-7pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31

  • No class on Feb 3

• Description: Explore the rhythms of Haiti with Haitian Folkloric Master Drummers Josil Rebert and Arnaud Lauture. You will be immersed in learning Yanvalou, Mayi, Ibo, Congo and a variety of other rhythms. No prior drumming experience required, all levels are welcome, from absolute beginners to seasoned musicians.Participants can either bring a drum from home, or use a JAE drum. Listen to Your Body: If you feel any strain or pain in your hands or wrists, take a brief pause. Taking care of your body allows you to sustain your practice and enjoy the rhythms for years to come!

Haitian Folkloric Dance

• Instructors: Jean Appolon and Velouse Joseph

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 7-8pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31st

• Description: Jean Appolon Expressions’ weekly Haitian Folkloric dance class with live drumming offers a vital space for healing and community (lakou), inviting dancers to connect with their bodies and cultural roots. The JAE educator leads dancers through the powerful movements of Haitian Folkloric repertoires like Kongo, Ibo and Yanvalou, encouraging them to breathe, release, and express themselves. This transformative practice fosters unity, strength, and resilience, providing a joyful and grounded experience deeply connected to the vibrant spirit of Haiti.

• Instructor: Jean Appolon

• Day/Time: Wednesdays 6-7:30pm ET

• Dates: January 14th to March 31st

• Description: Horton Fusion is a dynamic 90 minute class geared toward intermediate and advanced dancers, though all levels are welcome. The session opens with a rigorous, full-body Horton-inspired warm-up that establishes core strength and clear lines. This transitions into across-the-floor progressions which blend Horton technique with various contemporary styles, emphasizing weight shifts, floor work, and dynamic movement through space. The class culminates in a short, challenging choreographic phrase that synthesizes technical precision with expressive artistry. Often featuring live musical accompaniment, Horton Fusion aims to expand the dancer's versatility, artistry, and physical endurance in a supportive environment.

Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon at The Dance Complex

• Day/Time: Saturdays from 1:30-3pm

• Winter 2026 Dates: January 10th to March 28th

• Location: The Dance Complex Studio 3 & on Zoom

South African Fusion

• Instructor: Mcebisi Xotyeni

• Day/Time: Mondays 6-7pm ET

• Dates:  January 12th to March 30th

  • No Class: 1/19, 2/16

• Description: This vibrant class blends traditional South African movement—including Xhosa, Zulu, Tswana, and Sotho—with contemporary street styles and dances from across the African continent. The class begins with an energizing cardio warm-up rooted in African movement vocabulary, followed by stretching and strength-building exercises to ground the body.
  
  Dancers will explore traveling sequences and across-the-floor progressions that highlight rhythm, footwork, and cultural expression. The class concludes with a joyful combination danced together to live drumming.

  Open to movers of all backgrounds and experience levels—come ready to sweat, learn, and celebrate the richness of African dance traditions!

Liberation Drumming Class

• Instructors: Arnaud Lauture and Josil Rebert

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 6-7pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31

  • No class on Feb 3

• Description: Explore the rhythms of Haiti with Haitian Folkloric Master Drummers Josil Rebert and Arnaud Lauture. You will be immersed in learning Yanvalou, Mayi, Ibo, Congo and a variety of other rhythms. No prior drumming experience required, all levels are welcome, from absolute beginners to seasoned musicians.Participants can either bring a drum from home, or use a JAE drum. Listen to Your Body: If you feel any strain or pain in your hands or wrists, take a brief pause. Taking care of your body allows you to sustain your practice and enjoy the rhythms for years to come!

Haitian Folkloric Dance

• Instructors: Jean Appolon and Velouse Joseph

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 7-8pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31st

• Description: Jean Appolon Expressions’ weekly Haitian Folkloric dance class with live drumming offers a vital space for healing and community (lakou), inviting dancers to connect with their bodies and cultural roots. The JAE educator leads dancers through the powerful movements of Haitian Folkloric repertoires like Kongo, Ibo and Yanvalou, encouraging them to breathe, release, and express themselves. This transformative practice fosters unity, strength, and resilience, providing a joyful and grounded experience deeply connected to the vibrant spirit of Haiti.

• Instructor: Jean Appolon

• Day/Time: Wednesdays 6-7:30pm ET

• Dates: January 14th to March 31st

• Description: Horton Fusion is a dynamic 90 minute class geared toward intermediate and advanced dancers, though all levels are welcome. The session opens with a rigorous, full-body Horton-inspired warm-up that establishes core strength and clear lines. This transitions into across-the-floor progressions which blend Horton technique with various contemporary styles, emphasizing weight shifts, floor work, and dynamic movement through space. The class culminates in a short, challenging choreographic phrase that synthesizes technical precision with expressive artistry. Often featuring live musical accompaniment, Horton Fusion aims to expand the dancer's versatility, artistry, and physical endurance in a supportive environment.

Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon at The Dance Complex

• Day/Time: Saturdays from 1:30-3pm

• Winter 2026 Dates: January 10th to March 28th

• Location: The Dance Complex Studio 3 & on Zoom

South African Fusion

• Instructor: Mcebisi Xotyeni

• Day/Time: Mondays 6-7pm ET

• Dates:  January 12th to March 30th

  • No Class: 1/19, 2/16

• Description: This vibrant class blends traditional South African movement—including Xhosa, Zulu, Tswana, and Sotho—with contemporary street styles and dances from across the African continent. The class begins with an energizing cardio warm-up rooted in African movement vocabulary, followed by stretching and strength-building exercises to ground the body.
  
  Dancers will explore traveling sequences and across-the-floor progressions that highlight rhythm, footwork, and cultural expression. The class concludes with a joyful combination danced together to live drumming.

  Open to movers of all backgrounds and experience levels—come ready to sweat, learn, and celebrate the richness of African dance traditions!

Liberation Drumming Class

• Instructors: Arnaud Lauture and Josil Rebert

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 6-7pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31

  • No class on Feb 3

• Description: Explore the rhythms of Haiti with Haitian Folkloric Master Drummers Josil Rebert and Arnaud Lauture. You will be immersed in learning Yanvalou, Mayi, Ibo, Congo and a variety of other rhythms. No prior drumming experience required, all levels are welcome, from absolute beginners to seasoned musicians.Participants can either bring a drum from home, or use a JAE drum. Listen to Your Body: If you feel any strain or pain in your hands or wrists, take a brief pause. Taking care of your body allows you to sustain your practice and enjoy the rhythms for years to come!

Haitian Folkloric Dance

• Instructors: Jean Appolon and Velouse Joseph

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 7-8pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31st

• Description: Jean Appolon Expressions’ weekly Haitian Folkloric dance class with live drumming offers a vital space for healing and community (lakou), inviting dancers to connect with their bodies and cultural roots. The JAE educator leads dancers through the powerful movements of Haitian Folkloric repertoires like Kongo, Ibo and Yanvalou, encouraging them to breathe, release, and express themselves. This transformative practice fosters unity, strength, and resilience, providing a joyful and grounded experience deeply connected to the vibrant spirit of Haiti.

• Instructor: Jean Appolon

• Day/Time: Wednesdays 6-7:30pm ET

• Dates: January 14th to March 31st

• Description: Horton Fusion is a dynamic 90 minute class geared toward intermediate and advanced dancers, though all levels are welcome. The session opens with a rigorous, full-body Horton-inspired warm-up that establishes core strength and clear lines. This transitions into across-the-floor progressions which blend Horton technique with various contemporary styles, emphasizing weight shifts, floor work, and dynamic movement through space. The class culminates in a short, challenging choreographic phrase that synthesizes technical precision with expressive artistry. Often featuring live musical accompaniment, Horton Fusion aims to expand the dancer's versatility, artistry, and physical endurance in a supportive environment.

Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon at The Dance Complex

• Day/Time: Saturdays from 1:30-3pm

• Winter 2026 Dates: January 10th to March 28th

• Location: The Dance Complex Studio 3 & on Zoom

South African Fusion

• Instructor: Mcebisi Xotyeni

• Day/Time: Mondays 6-7pm ET

• Dates:  January 12th to March 30th

  • No Class: 1/19, 2/16

• Description: This vibrant class blends traditional South African movement—including Xhosa, Zulu, Tswana, and Sotho—with contemporary street styles and dances from across the African continent. The class begins with an energizing cardio warm-up rooted in African movement vocabulary, followed by stretching and strength-building exercises to ground the body.
  
  Dancers will explore traveling sequences and across-the-floor progressions that highlight rhythm, footwork, and cultural expression. The class concludes with a joyful combination danced together to live drumming.

  Open to movers of all backgrounds and experience levels—come ready to sweat, learn, and celebrate the richness of African dance traditions!

Liberation Drumming Class

• Instructors: Arnaud Lauture and Josil Rebert

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 6-7pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31

  • No class on Feb 3

• Description: Explore the rhythms of Haiti with Haitian Folkloric Master Drummers Josil Rebert and Arnaud Lauture. You will be immersed in learning Yanvalou, Mayi, Ibo, Congo and a variety of other rhythms. No prior drumming experience required, all levels are welcome, from absolute beginners to seasoned musicians.Participants can either bring a drum from home, or use a JAE drum. Listen to Your Body: If you feel any strain or pain in your hands or wrists, take a brief pause. Taking care of your body allows you to sustain your practice and enjoy the rhythms for years to come!

Haitian Folkloric Dance

• Instructors: Jean Appolon and Velouse Joseph

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 7-8pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31st

• Description: Jean Appolon Expressions’ weekly Haitian Folkloric dance class with live drumming offers a vital space for healing and community (lakou), inviting dancers to connect with their bodies and cultural roots. The JAE educator leads dancers through the powerful movements of Haitian Folkloric repertoires like Kongo, Ibo and Yanvalou, encouraging them to breathe, release, and express themselves. This transformative practice fosters unity, strength, and resilience, providing a joyful and grounded experience deeply connected to the vibrant spirit of Haiti.

• Instructor: Jean Appolon

• Day/Time: Wednesdays 6-7:30pm ET

• Dates: January 14th to March 31st

• Description: Horton Fusion is a dynamic 90 minute class geared toward intermediate and advanced dancers, though all levels are welcome. The session opens with a rigorous, full-body Horton-inspired warm-up that establishes core strength and clear lines. This transitions into across-the-floor progressions which blend Horton technique with various contemporary styles, emphasizing weight shifts, floor work, and dynamic movement through space. The class culminates in a short, challenging choreographic phrase that synthesizes technical precision with expressive artistry. Often featuring live musical accompaniment, Horton Fusion aims to expand the dancer's versatility, artistry, and physical endurance in a supportive environment.

Creative Dance for Kids

• Instructors: Jean Appolon and Meg McGrath

• Day/Time: Saturdays 9-10 am ET (once a month)

  • Dates: Jan 31st, Feb 28th, March 28th

• Description: Creative Dance for Kids introduces young children to the art of dance using patterns, movement words, music and storytelling. Haitian Folkloric rhythms and movements are woven into the class in a child-friendly fashion. During class, the students explore a different theme from social justice topics through age-appropriate literature, conversation, and movement. Past and future themes include kindness, acceptance, noticing and appreciating differences, identity, standing up against injustice, and love.

Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon at The Dance Complex

• Day/Time: Saturdays from 1:30-3pm

• Winter 2026 Dates: January 10th to March 28th

• Location: The Dance Complex Studio 3 & on Zoom

Jean Appolon Expressions invites you to experience the potent luminosity and soul-stirring grace of Haitian folkloric dance, drumming, community building and performance on Sunday, March 29 right here on the North Shore.

Jean and members of his company, Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE), will teach a community workshop followed by a performance of their latest work, Pouvwa, JAE’s multidisciplinary contemporary work on power, culture and healing. This special event takes place at Movement Arts Gloucester Massachusetts (MAGMA) in a gorgeous historic building in downtown Gloucester.  Join us for one or both events:

Sunday, March 29, 2026

2:00-3:30 Community Workshop

4:00-5:30 Performance & Q&A

South African Fusion

• Instructor: Mcebisi Xotyeni

• Day/Time: Mondays 6-7pm ET

• Dates:  January 12th to March 30th

  • No Class: 1/19, 2/16

• Description: This vibrant class blends traditional South African movement—including Xhosa, Zulu, Tswana, and Sotho—with contemporary street styles and dances from across the African continent. The class begins with an energizing cardio warm-up rooted in African movement vocabulary, followed by stretching and strength-building exercises to ground the body.
  
  Dancers will explore traveling sequences and across-the-floor progressions that highlight rhythm, footwork, and cultural expression. The class concludes with a joyful combination danced together to live drumming.

  Open to movers of all backgrounds and experience levels—come ready to sweat, learn, and celebrate the richness of African dance traditions!

Haitian Folkloric Dance

• Instructors: Jean Appolon and Velouse Joseph

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 7-8pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31st

• Description: Jean Appolon Expressions’ weekly Haitian Folkloric dance class with live drumming offers a vital space for healing and community (lakou), inviting dancers to connect with their bodies and cultural roots. The JAE educator leads dancers through the powerful movements of Haitian Folkloric repertoires like Kongo, Ibo and Yanvalou, encouraging them to breathe, release, and express themselves. This transformative practice fosters unity, strength, and resilience, providing a joyful and grounded experience deeply connected to the vibrant spirit of Haiti.

Liberation Drumming Class

• Instructors: Arnaud Lauture and Josil Rebert

• Day/Time: Tuesdays 6-7pm ET

• Dates: January 13th to March 31

  • No class on Feb 3

• Description: Explore the rhythms of Haiti with Haitian Folkloric Master Drummers Josil Rebert and Arnaud Lauture. You will be immersed in learning Yanvalou, Mayi, Ibo, Congo and a variety of other rhythms. No prior drumming experience required, all levels are welcome, from absolute beginners to seasoned musicians.Participants can either bring a drum from home, or use a JAE drum. Listen to Your Body: If you feel any strain or pain in your hands or wrists, take a brief pause. Taking care of your body allows you to sustain your practice and enjoy the rhythms for years to come!