Samba Mapangala & Orchestra Virunga

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In keeping with its mission to bridge cultures through the arts, the Skirball Cultural Center announces the line-up for its sixteenth annual free Sunset Concerts.
The 2012 season features spirited music from all corners of the globe--from irresistible Congolese soukous infused with Kenyan beats, to Arabic and taraab-inflected Cuban/Jewish jazz, to an up-tempo Latin American fusion from the heart of L.A.
The six Thursday night community concerts are presented free of charge… Show more in the Skirball's scenic central courtyard. For each live performance, the expansive outdoor space is transformed into an intimate, celebratory gathering. Concertgoers arrive early to dine under the stars, visit the museum galleries, and explore the Skirball's spectacular architecture and hillside setting. Then, as the performers take the stage, festivities spill out into the aisles and music lovers of all ages sing along and take to the dance floor. "The energy is palpable and infectious," says Jordan Peimer, Skirball Vice President of Programs

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