The Hadley Memorial Fund

Hadley Memorial Fund

Libana
Concert
Friday, April 11, 8 p.m., Unionville High School (Driving Directions)

Libana, a women's world music ensemble, takes its name from a 10th century Moorish woman who was a poet, philosopher, and musician. The group was founded in 1979, with the idea of exploring and performing music and dance which reflect women's often undocumented creative contributions to their cultures. For the past 27 years, they have taken audiences throughout North America and Europe on inspiring and celebratory musical journeys, weaving together the songs, dances and instrumental music of the world's cultures, especially as handed down through the artistic traditions of women. Their repertoire of ancient melodies and contemporary tunes is performed a cappella and with a vast array of instruments including guitar, dumbek, accordion, oud, naqqara, clarinet and double bass. Their music is drawn from the divergent cultural expressions of the Mediterranean, the Balkans, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, Asia and South America. Libana's music and dance go directly to the heart, inspiring audiences with wonder in the commonality of the global community.

Everyone is welcome at Hadley Memorial Fund programs. Please respect others in the audience, the lecturers, and the performers. Parents are responsible for the behavior of their children. Video and sound recording are not permitted except with advance permission of the lecturer or performer. The Hadley Memorial Fund encourages residents to submit program suggestions. To receive a complete program each fall for the following season, send a self addressed stamped envelope to the address below.
E-mail: Hadley@Kennett.net.