Dranoff 2 Piano Fusion ft. Nicole Yarling
Feb 16, 2025
Starting: 4:00 PM
Celebrate the global influence of West African music and dance at the Miami Beach Bandshell with a captivating performance showcasing the sounds and rhythms of the African diaspora. On Sunday, February 16, Dranoff 2 Piano Fusion presents West African Beats: One Song, a program curated by violinist and vocalist Nicole Yarling.
This musical journey features an eclectic blend of the Great American Songbook, folk traditions, gospel, jazz and original compositions, performed by a talented ensemble including pianists Martin Bejerano and Jim Gasior, bassist Marty Quinn, drummer John Yarling, percussionist Nanyamka Graham and horn players Jean Caze and Mark Small. Dancers Evie Burns, Terrance Pride and Chloe Felizor add dynamic movement to the performance, with additional contributions from fiddler Miriam Stern.
Highlighting how music and dance connect humanity, this program invites audiences to experience the joy and unity these art forms inspire.