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MANDING JATA concerts have been variously
described as a "complex cultural circus", and "a
carnival celebration". The dancing has been defined as
"a dazzling display of strength, grace and acrobatics." The group is currently touring the feature length attraction Sajoo - "the gathering."
"I couldn't have asked for a better performance. Manding Jata delivered just what they advertise. I would highly recommend Manding Jata."
Richard Akins, Programming Director
Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn College
"distinctive... powerful and intimate.
Manding Jata performs with gusto."
Jennifer Dunning, New York Times
MANDING JATA presentations are a study in contrast,
from the "delicate" and "angelic" sounds of the kora, to a
full djembe drum ensemble, from the subtle ambience of
arrhythmic audience finger snaps to the "magical"
sonority of Bamana xylophones. "The audience is
bathed in the complex beauty of MANDING culture".
"A Heart Pounding Performance.
The [2000 seat] Rivercenter was filled . . ."
Ledger Enquirer / Columbus, Georgia
"Manding Jata is recognized internationally as an
outstanding performer in the
African/World field."
Thomas Lee, President
American Federation of Musicians, NYC
"scintillating . . . hypnotic . . .
Manding Jata defies the laws of gravity."
Barbados Advocate
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