Fakeye Art Opening and Wamidan Presentation
Internationally acclaimed woodcarver Lamidi Fakeye greets members of the College's Wamidan world music ensemble as they prepare to play for the opening of Fakeye's exhibit in the Fine Arts Center. A highlight of the opening—the donation of a set of slit drums made by the Ibibio people of Nigeria and given to Wamidan by Fred Morton, African historian and father-in-law of the College's art historian, Assistant Professor of Art Elizabeth Morton.
Assistant Professor of Art Elizabeth Morton with Lamidi Fakeye after Wamidan's performance.
Barry Morton presented the drums for his father, Fred Morton, who lives in Botswana. "These drums are a symbol of my father's love for Africa," Barry said. "I can't think of a better place for them to be than with Wamidan, who will play them and continue to celebrate the music and tradition they represent."
The donated slit drums range in size from large instruments that rest on the floor to this much smaller drum.
Professor Makubuya works with John Murrell ’12 on the rhythm for the slit drum piece.
Wamidan's performance at the opening of Lamidi Fakeye's exhibit included two dances.
Master carver Lamidi Fakeye enjoys the performance.
A large crowd and student documentary film crew attended the opening reception for Lamidi Fakeye.
Kelvin Burzon ’12 enjoys playing the new drums.
Fakeye greets Aaron Cantu in the lobby of Ball Theater. Cantu is part of a film crew creating a documentary on the life and work of Lamidi Fakeye.
