Agbekor (agbekÉ”) is a type of music and a style of dance by the West African peoples of Ewe and Fon. It is an ancient dance once known as Atamga, Ga meaning ‘great’, Atam meaning ‘oath’. It is now performed by the people of Dzogadze, a farming community near Akatsi in the Southern part of the Volta Region of Ghana. It is characterized […]
Yeye (Miss Funmi) teaching the kids a Ewe Song Read More »
Jada participated in our Okoto Kekere (Kid’s Program) for many years. She attended several years of summer camp and performed West African dancing and drumming in community events. And she even learned some of the Yoruba language which was useful on her recent trip to Ghana. Check out the testimonial of her mom Camilla! “Shout
Meet Jada from Bi-Okoto’s “Okoto Kekere” (Kid’s Program) ! Read More »
This award was presented by Alimosho Arts Community Initiatives in partnership with University of Kulture & Theatre Centrik as led by Chief Dr. Amb. Obani Oluwabiyi Anthony Boyede Greenlyte. Congratulations Funmi … you are loved and appreciated by the Bi-Okoto family!
Bi-Okoto’s Yeye Funmilayo Emily Ajamufua receives the Alimosho Creative APEX Award! Read More »
Every Saturday morning at 11AM! This cut is special because the kids joined us to dance along with the drumming!
Adult Drum Class – Come Join Us! Read More »
Bi-Okoto will be hosting Cincinnati Citywide Kwanzaa celebration on December 26th. Mark your calendars! There will be lots of celebrations and performances. One of them will be the Bi-Okoto children performers … aka “Okoto Kekera”. And they are already practicing under the direction of Baba Kamau. Check it out!
It’s Beginning to look a lot like Kwanzaa! Read More »
And now a message from our Okoto Kekere!
A message from our prides and joys! Read More »
Bi-Okoto artists traveled to Lexington for a show at Harstad Fine Arts. A good time was had by all. Enjoy these beautiful pictures including a heartfelt message of thanks and appreciation!
Bi-Okoto show in Lexington, Ky at Harstad Fine Arts! Read More »
Who else noticed the smooth transition? “Not only does a culture built upon teamwork build cohesion and efficiency, but it also fosters innovation.” “A successful teamwork culture fosters diversity of thought, a can-do attitude and creativity, strengthening problem-solving and helping make better decisions,” Join us every Saturday for : West African Children’s drum and dance
Bi-Okoto Kids Drum Line Read More »
