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African drum ensemble grooves with orchestra

Junior psychology major Amanda Saddlemire, junior history major Jordan Harwell and junior biology major Charonne Razafindralay play West African drums to the song “Sofa” Wednesday in Morgan Auditorium. Assistant Professor of Music Andrés Espinoza taught these first-time drummers during the fall semester. The West African Drum Ensemble performed with the Chamber Orchestra, the first in the concert series sponsored by the music department to conclude the semester. / photo by Katie Pyne
Junior psychology major Amanda Saddlemire, junior history major Jordan Harwell and junior biology major Charonne Razafindralay play West African drums to the song “Sofa” Wednesday in Morgan Auditorium. Assistant Professor of Music Andrés Espinoza taught these first-time drummers during the fall semester. The West African Drum Ensemble performed with the Chamber Orchestra, the first in the concert series sponsored by the music department to conclude the semester. / photo by Katie Pyne
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