Ethnic Heritage Ensemble joins us for the sixth consecutive year to celebrate Black History Month!

Ethnic Heritage Ensemble internationally acclaimed line up is
Trumpet virtuoso Corey Wilkes
Saxophone Titan Ernest Kahbeer Dawkins
and Multi/Percussion Wizard Kahil Elzabar

The music truly feeds the Soul!

Check some of it on http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9h3u_BQJoh0
Or http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ai7wqV9vi1o

Tickets: $15

The Ethnic Heritage Ensemble was formed 35 years ago. Kahil El'Zabar, as founder of the band , led its first performance at Child City Arts Center, in Chicago, 1973. This was a year after he had returned from the University of Ghana. His goal was to combine concepts of African American music making with the earlier roots of traditional African music and make it something new. After 35 years, this legendary band is still serving the people worldwide with their special brand of 21st century Griot music. The current band consists of the young trumpet titan, Corey Wilkes, along with Chicago Saxophone legend, Ernest Khabeer Dawkins and the award winning multi percussionist, vocalist, and composer, Kahil El'Zabar.

The EHE, is now in the pantheon of jazz history. Few bands have lasted more than three decades and there are no signs of this illustrious ensemble slowing down. Their music conjures a spiritual journey to the inner self. It spans time through multiple expressions that transcend styles and genres. There is an extremely personal virtuosity to the EHE's way of making music. It appears simple on the surface, yet when one goes deeper in the music they are amazed at the density of form.

We are reaching out to our community worldwide, to collectively celebrate the triumph of the Ethnic Heritage Ensemble’s ability to stay true to their mission. It is rare to witness such conviction and commitment in these times. This music has enormous history and incredible love. We are all here to make a difference; we must be about the work of our hearts. Living out your dream is the greatest honor one can express. The EHE is the real deal and they have truly done it their way! Let us celebrate the Ethnic Heritage Ensemble's 35th Anniversary now and forever. Aluta Continua!!