In this their second CD, Word-Beat presents an enthralling performance entitled The Soul Dances. Drawing heavily on various African proverbs and traditional African- American spirituals, Word-Beat delivers ancient wisdom wrapped in powerfully percussive grooves and uplifting melodies. This second Word-Beat offering is a triumphant celebration of the human spirit in both song and verse, underscored by Teasley's coloristic approach to the drum set and a variety of hand percussion instruments from around the world together with Williams' deep, commanding baritone vocals they make a joyful noise that stirs deep emotions and heavy thoughts as it invites us to get up on the goodfoot"--Bill Milkowski
Williams has a rich, resonant voice...He is an expressive reader who can put forth the shout of a Baptist preacher and the whisper of a lullaby with equal conviction"--Peggy Latkovitch, Dirty Linen
LISTINGS INFORMATION:
Tom Teasley (percussionist), Charles Williams (vocalist/actor)
Saturday, Sept. 30, 2006
12:30 - 1:30 pm
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave.
McLean, VA 22101
703-790-0123
www.mcleancenter.org
email: [email protected]
For more information contact Kari-On Productions.