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CMC is excited to join our neighbors at Bissap Baobab to provide live music every 1st and 3rd Wednesday! Enjoy delicious West African food, tasty beverages, and awesome community “teranga” (hospitality)—with a variety of talented CMC students, faculty, and community performers. Come listen, dance, socialize with other CMC musicians and celebrate the vibrant culture of […]

The Afro-Peruvian Cajon is more than just a percussion instrument; it is a powerful symbol of identity, creativity, and cultural pride. Born on the coasts of Peru, this simple wooden box drum has a fascinating history deeply tied to the Afro-Peruvian community and its resilience. The Cajon was created out of necessity and ingenuity. During […]

A cappella music has a unique appeal that not only captures the essence of the hits we love but also invites singers to explore and expand the possibilities of their voices. What’s fascinating about this style is the ability to turn a simple human voice into something much bigger: a musical instrument that can mimic […]

It started with trains. I loved model trains as a kid, and my dad and I would go stand by the railroad tracks in Oakland, CA to watch the real ones go by. When I moved to Walnut Creek, CA near the Iron Horse Trail, a former stretch of Southern Pacific tracks turned recreational path, I became fascinated […]