Friday, November 22, 2019 at 8 PM – 10 PM | Takoma Park Community Center Auditorium
7500 Maple Ave, Takoma Park, Maryland 20912
An Evening with Georges Collinet and Samba Mapangala!
Legendary radio broadcaster Georges Collinet, aka Maxi Voom Voom from VOA and Afropop Worldwide, will share rare unseen footage and stories from his 50 years covering African music and culture, PLUS Congolese master vocalist Samba Mapangala will join DC Highlife Stars for musical interludes and an acoustic set to end the evening.
Eme and Michael from Takoma Radio's Jolly Papa Show will host the evening and lead the band through their unique blend of classic highlife and rumba along with some newer dance hits. The event, which is sponsored by the City's Takoma Park Arts series, is free and no tickets are required. There is a $10 suggested donation to support the performers.
