Joseph ‘MN Joe’ Tran is a founding member of BRKFST Dance Company based in the Twin Cities, MN and is a former member of the world-renowned breaking crew Knuckleheads Cali, respected for their uniquely intricate and non-traditional methods of movement. Tran is known for his signature moves which have earned him multiple first-place victories in [...]
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Minnesota Percussion Trio
Minnesota Percussion Trio is comprised of percussionists Bob Adney, Paul Hill and Erik Barsness. These three creative classical percussionists specialize in traditional Western percussion instruments, along with more unconventional instruments that can produce surprising musical sounds. The Minnesota Percussion Trio has performed for literally thousands of young people in the Twin Cities since 1987 via [...]
Mike Arturi
From his unique vantage point on thousands of stages as a lifelong professional drummer, Mike has witnessed the power of rhythm and its ability to connect with hearts and souls. Mike shares the power of rhythm through hand drums and Drum Circles to spark learning and create a sense of community with all who participate. [...]
mick laBriola
As a percussionist, mick has dedicated his life work to cultural music programs. His formal musical studies began at the American Conservatory of Music in Chicago. Global studies include Arabic music at the National Conservatory of Music in Amman, Jordan (1994); Tabla at the Rhythm Riders Institute in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India (2007), and Flamenco Guitar [...]
Marie Olofsdotter
Marie Olofsdotter’s story began in Sweden, where she was born and raised. After studies in fine art and physical theater in Stockholm, she left Sweden to attend clown school in the US. Marie moved to Minnesota, worked in theater, and has exhibited her artwork in galleries and museums. She has created a number of picture [...]
MaLLy
MaLLy is a South Minneapolis-based Hip Hop artist, educator, and career consultant whose work bridges music, community, and personal transformation. A seasoned songwriter and performer, he has released five critically acclaimed albums—The Passion, The Last Great…, The Colors of Black, The Journey To A Smile, and The Sweetest of It All. A 2018 McKnight Foundation [...]
Malia Araki Burkhart
“Ms. Malia” is a multidisciplinary performance artist, visual artist, songwriter, director, and teaching artist. She is also a Somatic Massage therapist, urban farmer, and parent. Malia loves creating art with students of all ages, kids and adults. She teaches students how to make and perform with hand-puppets, masks, giant puppets, set-design and props, and more. [...]
Louis Porter II
A native of New Orleans, the sights, sounds and soul of the South are very much a part of my own writing. As an African American, my culture plays a critical role in my work as well. My love for writing and stories began as a youngster sitting around the table, before and after meals, [...]
