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Jonkonnu Workshops held this summer at Tryon Palace

PRE News & Ideas | By Jared Brumbaugh
Published July 15, 2016 at 11:52 AM EDT
Tryon Palace

Dancing, singing, and drumming.  Jonkonnu is a long celebrated African American tradition.  It’s roots can be traced back to the 1800’s in Jamaica and to the people of West Africa.  This cultural practice is being preserved and taught this summer at Tryon Palace with free workshops every Tuesday, now through Aug. 5th.  The workshops culminate with a public student performance of Jonkonnu Friday, Aug. 9, at 2 p.m.  Jared Brumbaugh has this audio postcard.
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Jared Brumbaugh
Jared Brumbaugh is the Assistant General Manager for Public Radio East. An Eastern North Carolina native, Jared began his professional public radio career at Public Radio East while he was a student at Craven Community College earning his degree in Electronics Engineering Technology. During his 15+ years at Public Radio East, he has served as an award-winning journalist, producer, and on-air host. When not at the station, Jared enjoys hiking, traveling, and honing his culinary skills.
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