Minianka & Moya Kwanzaa 2013

Artist perform (Rajeeyah "Khaanam & Maila Sylla) a hot "Sabar" piece choreographed by Maila Sylla of Moya Dance & Drum.  Maila was the Artistic Director for Minianka African Dance & Drum Ensemble headed by founder and the late great "Naghree" Sutton-Silas.  Naghree was one of the original members of the Muntu Dance Theater of Chicago.



Maila Sylla is Senegalese American of Chicago where she has made a name for her multi-artistic and creative skills throughout educational institutions.  Maila is the youngest daughter of Aissatou Rakel Bey, African Dance pioneer and also original member of the Muntu Dance theater.

Saturday Classes at Taylor park, CPD

Master Dance & Drum Class Saturday's Taylor Park, Chicago Park District 47th & Federal, Chicago, IL (upper level) 11am-12pm children 12:15pm-2pm Advanced Class Description: Traditional African Dance, music & song lead by Chicago's international / national artist. If you desire to be educated, sweat and enjoy yourself come and enjoy the experience of Africa's rich culture every Saturday. Info: 773-593-9402, moyadance@gmail.com

Khaanam of Moya and the Bite Size Art Ensemble

Khaanam with the the Bite Size Art Ensemble/Waukegan, IL Dance, Music Instruction and Choreography. Watch the video clip above of their last rehersal and showcase performance. It was great! Info@ Krasavoy.blogspot.com