Join us for our Wednesday Wisdom Series as we continue celebrating Black History Month!!!!

On Wednesday February 24th we have the pleasure to have Luz Soliz leading us into movement and history of the Garifuna Culture.

Luz Soliz is the founder of Garifuna Heritage Center for the Arts and Culture Inc. and artistic director of Wabafu Garifuna Dance Theatre (previously known as Hamalali Wayunagu Garifuna Dance Company). The dance company was established in 1992 in the Bronx, NY to preserve the Garifuna culture through dance, music, song, drama, poetry and more. She holds a master’s degree in dance education from Teachers College, Columbia University. Between her college education and training from various dance instructors, her mission is to continue presenting, sharing and preserving Garifuna culture through the performing arts.

Garifuna culture has West African and Arawak roots, which brings an exciting and unique experience. The class will consist of Garifuna history and traditional dancing. Starting with a warmup to help the dancer loosen the muscles, gain coordination, self-awareness and flexibility; instructor Luz Soliz will help students learn how to move the hips (a lot), arms, head and feet to the Garifuna rhythms.

Garifuna people originated from the island of St. Vincent and still practice their culture today in Central America (Honduras, Guatemala, Nicaragua and Belize) and now it is time to bring it to you, wherever you are in the world. A brief history will be given so that students will familiarize themselves with some of the facts about the Garifuna people. Students will also be given a brief explanation of the traditional meanings behind the dances just before learning some steps, a combination and fun call and response songs in Garifuna. Luz’s partner, Catherine Ochún will assist in demonstrating some of the steps across the floor. Be ready to have a good time. At the end we will have some time for Q&A.

WHEN: Wednesday February 24th, 2021

Time: 6PM Eastern

Where: ZOOM

Cost: FREE

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