Friday, May 26

Give It a Listen

West Africa heritage and Estonian heritage meet in Chicago for this blended musical project. 



Ojo is originally from Nigeria. He is an accomplished dancer and has lived in the Chicago area for three decades. My husband Avo, a first generation American whose family immigrated from Estonia, has worked with Ojo over many of those years. As teaching artists they have both spent considerable time working with students of all ages throughout Chicago. They each bring the love of rhythm, music and dance to their students. Their skills in these areas give them unique abilities to engage with students of all ages. Their musical collaborations are a dynamic blend of the individual dance and musical experiences they each bring from a wide range of study and personal experiences. The joy they have in bringing it all together shines through.