I had the pleasure to meet the super creative Michael Galen from Portland during his recent stay in Senegal and he talks about his observations & experiences while expanding his drumming and dancing range.  And check out his vocal imitation of the tama! You can find more at his website MichaelGalen.com   "If someone says they will do something here they really take responsibility for you.... It's inspiring for me for sure to do that more back home and invest more in my relationships."

Travel & Creativity

Inspired to more Humanity in Dakar with Michael Galen

Having breakfast with Massamba in Dakar while he chatted briefly of rhythm inspirations on the tama, or talking drum.  The tama is a west African drum instrument played under one arm and can produce various pitches that imitate the human voice.   Massamba Diop is a renowned master of the tama.

Rhythm inspirations with Massamba Diop - short

Laura Volpintesta: Fashion Illustrator & Singer www.fashionillustrationtribe.com We chat about her background and cultural influences, and freedom found through travel, color and music. "When I see 'new colors' I feel free because I feel like my world just got bigger."

Color & Music Inspiration with Laura Volpintesta

The very first episode of Travel & Creativity! Here Rob discusses some of his oud compositions from the 'Capturing a Sense of Place' Challenge in February 2018. He musically created his interpretation of the prompts. If you are inspired to create from your travels, would love to have you join us @CapturingASenseofPlace on instagram.

Inspiration expressed on the oud

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