African Music Concerts Week of Jan 16 - Jan 22

Leon learned djembe from the greatest percussionists in Africa. He adds his own American life experience to create a true African-American rhythm mix. Leon tours with Ben Harper & the Innocents. This is a rare chance to see him up close and personal.

Back at his home stomping grounds, newly married Ricardo imbues salsero rhythms with the rumba of his native Congo.

Gambian music is one of those rare events that don't occur in Los Angeles very often. Kadiatou is a dancer with a Senegalese troupe, but branches out with her own band to sparkle as an artist with other skills.