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Debbie Fier brings over 40 years of experience to her life as a performing vocalist, drummer, pianist, composer, percussionist and teacher. She has performed throughout the U.S., as well as internationally in England and Germany. Her original compositions are available on four recordings — In Your Hands, Firelight, Coming Home and her latest recording project, Waterways.

OMI ASHÉ (the power of water) “Agua apaga candela.” – “Water puts out fire / water calms down trouble.” Lucumi proverb on the nature of water. 

Omi Ashé are a collective of Bay Area women artists, and special guests, who came together over years through their love for the Afro-Cuban batá drums and songs for the orishas (the divine forces of nature). Orisha drumming and songs are part of a cultural legacy remembered and re-formed in Cuba. The origins of Cuban batá drumming are in Nigeria and Benin, where the batá drums still speak Yoruba language.

The Bay Area has been washed in the powerful and heartfelt vocals of each member of the acapella band Attúne since they started their musical journeys in their hometowns of Berkeley, Oakland, and Los Altos Hills. Tammi Brown, Bryan Dyer, David Worm, and Destani Wolf’s paths have taken them around the globe, recording and performing with the best. They are veteran acapella vocalists dedicated to using their voices to empower and inspire hope and create positive change in their communities and worldwide. Together they are enlightened and inspired by performing and facilitated classes and workshops in the hopes of illuminating open hearts and building community through song.

At the intersection of trauma research, conceptual live performance, and personal testimonies, the Embodiment Project explores real stories of sexual trauma, systemic racism, and everyday prejudice to honor and validate the lived experiences of marginalized peoples. The company consists of eight core movement artists from various dance backgrounds.

The Destiny Muhammad Trio is a Recording/ Performing Artist | Band Leader | Composer & Producer. Her genre "Celtic to Coltrane" is cool and eclectic with a feel of Jazz & Storytelling to round out the sonic experience.

Mbira dzaSoko is a cultural music ensemble that honors the vibrant traditions of Zimbabwe. Established by founder Salani Wamakanganise, the group embodies a profound love for mbira music and a dedicated mission to showcase the splendor of Zimbabwe's musical legacy globally. Step into the enchanting realm of Zimbabwean music and culture with us. 

Sistahs of the Drum are students and teachers, listeners and communicators, consumers and creators, protectors and nurturers, friends, and lovers. They drum from the heart, for the heart, to the heart, and with our heart. Absorbing the teachings of West African rhythms, songs, and dances, Sistahs of the Drum respectfully represent the essence of their traditional African roots in harmony with our African-American cultural rearing. The resulting sound is from somewhere deep within; playing through us and resonating with you. Current members: Mar Stevens,

Sandy Mills, Shawn Nealy-Oparah, La Tanya Carmical, LaFonda Traore, RoseKa Saunders & Mya Cross.