The Rhythms of Life Series seeks to inspire an appreciation of all people through vibrant presentations of the arts. Rhythms of Life is a rich succession of cultural performances providing hours of lively and interesting entertainment to the campus community. The performances in this series give true meaning to the word "diverse" as they feature a variety of music, dance, and storytelling from all regions of the world. Rhythms of Life is sponsored by the Office of Educational Equity and Diversity Programs and the Student Activity Fee. All performances are free and open to the public.
Upcoming Performers
Diali Cissokho and Kaira Ba will perform a blend of music from West Africa and the American South in the 2023-24 Rhythms of Life Series at Penn State Behrend.
Oscar Peña’s Quartet will perform jazz fusion music in the 2023-24 Rhythms of Life Series at Penn State Behrend.
Andes Manta will perform music from the Andes Mountains and South America in the 2023-24 Rhythms of Life Series at Penn State Behrend.
Diali Cissokho and Kaira Ba
West African and American South Blend
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Noon–1:00 p.m.
NEW LOCATION: McGarvey Commons, Reed Union Building
Previous Performers
Andes Manta
Music of the Andes Mountains and South America
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Oscar Peña’s Quartet
Jazz Fusion
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Other Information
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Past performances have featured Native Nations Dance Theater, Dragon and Lion Chinese Dancers, rhythms and blues, Celtic/Irish music, Indian sitar and tabla, Caribbean steel pans, indigenous Aztec music and dance, Romanian Gypsy music, Japanese taiko drums, Spanish flamenco, and much more.
Contact Information
For more information about the series, please contact:
Andy Herrera, Director of Educational Equity and Diversity Programs.
1 Reed Union Building
4701 College Drive
Erie, PA 16563
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
Phone: 814-898-7101
Fax: 814-898-6823
Email: [email protected]