During drumming last week, we practiced Nkosi Sikelel iAfrika (the South African National Anthem) so that we can sing it to Ladysmith Black Mambazo as a tribute to their late founder, Joseph Shabalala. Shabalala was a close mentor of our drumming teacher, Mr. Yingwana. The kids picked up the words and pronunciation with surprising speed! We'll practice some more on Monday and Tuesday this week. We also got some singing help from Portland blues legend, LaRhonda Steele!
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