The Dallas Morse Coors Concert Series at Cornell University welcomes the Garifuna Collective to Bailey Hall for a performance on Friday, Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m. 

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Rooted in the Afro-AmerIndian heritage of communities along the Caribbean coasts of Belize, Guatemala and Honduras, Garifuna music blends West African rhythms, indigenous Carib influences and the Arawak language. The Collective focuses on the roots of Garifuna tradition, infusing traditional forms with contemporary elements to create a modern, soulful sound.  

This seasoned group of musicians spans multiple generations, creating a dynamic synergy forged through years of performing and traveling together. Their concerts ignite the history and spirit of Garifuna culture, bringing its stories vividly to life and drawing from an immense repertoire of traditional songs to craft fresh compositions. 

In addition to the Feb. 6 performance, the Garifuna Collective presents a participatory drumming workshop on Thursday, Feb. 5 at 12:30 p.m. and a moderated conversation hosted by Victoria Xaka and the Music and Sound Studies Colloquium on Friday, Feb. 6 at 12:30 p.m. Both events are free and open to the public and will be held in Lincoln Hall B20 on the Cornell campus.

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