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How does music join people together across cultures in bonds of solidarity?
When world-renowned banjoist Bela Fleck realized that his instrument had lost its musical heritage, he decided to make a pilgrimage to Africa to rediscover the banjo's folk music roots. Overflowing with the incredible music of Fleck and the many celebrated folk musicians who hosted him in Africa, BELA FLECK: THROW DOWN YOUR HEART follows the banjo virtuoso on a musical adventure that takes him from Uganda to Tanzania and from Gambia to Mali. A multi-award-winning film captures one of the world's greatest musicians demonstrating how music transcends languages, cultures, and continents.
This movie is shown in conjunction with the Adult Faith Formation Program at St. John the Baptist Parish. A discussion will follow. Refreshments provided. |
