BBM Ensemble & Instructors

“African flute, balafon, djembe and dunun drums, bolon, and more combine in these skillfully crafted renditions of traditional Mandinka rhythms and songs, from Guinea, West Africa. A percussive, melodic, and upbeat journey into African music.”

BBM Rhythm Ensemble Performance Schedule

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About the Black Bear Moon Team

Dave Kobrenski

Director, Ensemble Member
Dave Kobrenski is an accomplished musician, artist, and educator who travels yearly to Guinea, West Africa,…more about Dave

Kerri Biller

PR, Dance Instructor, Ensemble Member
Dancer and teacher Kerri Biller brings her enthusiastic and supportive approach to teaching together with…more about Kerri

Doug Santaniello

Ensemble Member
Doug spent much of his life banging on tables until blues-singer friend Claire put a cookie tin and brushes…more about Doug

Keith Doran

Ensemble Member
Keith is very mysterious, and not much is known about him. He comes and goes very quietly, and sometimes…more about Keith

Nicole Densmore

Ensemble Member
While studying classical flute at college, Nicole attended a weekend African drumming workshop. Ever since…more about Nicole

Grant Ellerbeck

Ensemble Member
Grant is a life-long musician who made a few bucks as a kid playing accordion in show bands at Summer resorts…more about Grant
 
Best of NH 2009: Black Bear Moon Rhythm Ensemble