We are entering a time where we will be performing A LOT!! Never in a million years would we have thought that our Samba group would get invited to perform at events throughout the community. When this group was started, it was mostly to share our love of music with kids, to share the happiness it brings and how it speaks to our inner being. As directors we have several discussions about what is best for the group. Some of these have included the performances. Others might see and feel that we are pushing the kids, but we strongly believe that our kids have a voice. That at any point any if the kids say we have too many performances or its too much we will listen. This however doesn’t seem to be a problem. Anytime we have asked the group if they would want to perform at a certain event we get an automatic YES!
Performing in the community is not us trying to “show off”. It is us spreading the magic of music. Yes that might sound silly, but music truly is magic. It lets you express your true feelings; it heals, encourages and provides a positive outlet.
Our group has begun rehearsals to learn even more songs, rhythms, breaks and dance moves. Every time we add a new element we think “Are they really going to get this? Maybe its to advanced? “Only to be blown away time and time again by how fast they pick things up. It is that hunger and drive that makes it even that more special.
We are truly blessed to be given such amazing opportunities to share all this and more with our community. We invite you all to come out and support our group.
Earth Day Celebration: April 30th @ Tucson’s Children Museum performing at 11:30am
Community Jam : April 26th @ Columbus Library (corner of 22nd & Columbus) 4:00-5:30pm
There are two performances still being worked out so check back for those dates and times!
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