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Chi Amen-Ra and Marwen Amen-Ra - Djembe Drummers | Kresge at 100

Detroiters Chi and Marwen Amen-Ra show off the percussion instrument’s powerful beats.

Aired 06/21/2024

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Chi Amen-Ra and Marwen Amen-Ra - Djembe Drummers | Kresge at 100

Clip: Special | 4m 45s

Detroiters Chi and Marwen Amen-Ra show off the percussion instrument’s powerful beats.

The traditional djembe drum originated in West Africa and is thought to be anywhere from 400-800 years old. In this Kresge 100 Pop Up Performance, Detroiters Chi and Marwen Amen-Ra show off the percussion instrument’s powerful beats as the walk through the Kresge 100 event space and finish on stage in the Main Hall.

Aired 06/21/2024

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