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- Free
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- CKE
Dance to the sultry sounds of Konpa
At Pour Danser’s Konpa social party, everything comes together: the sultry sounds of Haitian Konpa, the dance moves you’ve just learnt during the beginners’ workshop, and the warm atmosphere of a Caribbean celebration. With a drink in hand, you can enjoy the energetic sets by Stanley Clementina. Let yourself be carried away by the rhythms and experience an evening full of connection, movement and musicality.
Programme:
- 20.30 doors open or join the Konpa workshop.
- 21.00 – 00.00 dance party with fantastic music by Stanley Clementina.
What is Konpa?
Konpa is, after salsa and reggae, the musical style that connects the Caribbean. Konpa is a genre with deep roots in Haiti and, over the years, it has spread to other islands in the Caribbean, to Africa and then to other countries.
With influences and affinities with styles such as merengue and zouk, Konpa is more than just music; it is a cultural bridge that brings people together on the dance floor and beyond.
Konpa has a distinctive and irresistible groove. The warm, rhythmic basslines, the melodic guitars and the danceable flow make it a genre that continues to grow in popularity.
This music gets both young and old moving, sitting still is almost impossible!
Music by Stanley Clementina
Stanley Clementina is a singer, bassist, pianist, producer and bandleader. With his group Steezmusic, he is the regular backing band for artists such as Jayh Jawson, and he has collaborated with well-known names including Yade Lauren, Frenna en Nelson Freitas.
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Our programme is a great example of ‘Creativity for everyone’: accessible activities for all ages, tastes, backgrounds and styles. Free of charge or by voluntary contribution. Do you have a great idea for an activity (a performance, workshop or something else)?
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