the Afro-Peruvian Way
Three master percussionists perform, and shoot the breeze about their community and culture.
--As seen on PBS/national educational television in USA--
"...an intimate portrait of the master practitioners of the rhythmic music central to Afro-Peruvian heritage. Highly recommended...."
C. Block
for Video Librarian
"...the energy...is palpable...[W]ill leave viewers wanting to see, hear and know more...a fine choice...."
Barbara J. Walter, Longmont Pub. Lib.
for EMRO (Edu. Media Online)
"..a rare and delightful glimpse. The film...capture(s) the artistry, love and philosophy...."
John Santos, seven times Grammy nominee; US Artists Fontanals Fellow
"...extraordinary footage....Ma always knows what to ask and has an exquisite sense of timing...."
Raúl da Gama, author and jazz musician, for World Music Report
"[D]elivers big on entertainment, art and culture. A must see."
Hershell West, former board chair,
ProArts of Northern California
"...a great addition to a high school or college class emphasizing the music and culture of South America."
Matthew Geiger
for Percussive Notes (of the Percussive Arts Society)
Rated "Highly Recommended" by Video Librarian, reviewer Raul da Gama wrote in World Music Report that it contains "...extraodinary footage...." Reviewers for Percussive Arts Society, EMRO and others have also been enthusiastic. Masters of Rhythm aired over PBS, screened in festivals in five countries on three continents, and won prizes in both the USA and Germany.
It explores the African Diaspora in Peru - its music, dance, and culture - through three master percussionists from the Afro-Peruvian community who we brought together to jam and shoot the breeze. The result is magic. Filmed in Peru, 28 min. long.
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** For Educational, we offer several options: the documentary by itself; or an Educational Packet with the documentary & a 13 page "Classroom Supplements;" or two docs together plus more.
