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VIVAZ Performing Arts Company

VIVAZ Performing Arts Company explores Poetry, Dance, and Music influenced by the sights, sounds, and rhythms of the Caribbean, Africa, and the United States. The VIVAZ Performing Arts Company is currently comprised of the VIVAZ Singers and the VIVAZ Dancers; two groups that work to promote an infusion of Caribbean entertainment on the Johns Hopkins University Campus. 


Entertainment Inspiration
VIVAZ Performing Arts Company strives to blend the vivacity of the Caribbean musical genres with the vibrant pulse of its African roots, and the swagger of American Hip Hop. Some of our influences include
(but not limited to): 
Reggae: genre of popular music in the Caribbean island of Jamaica, characterized by
an accented off beat. Made popular by the musical styling of Bob Marley and Peter Tosh
Dancehall: is a branch of Reggae music, which emerged in the eighties. Today,
Danchall is following the footsteps of Reggae in its rise to popularity thanks to artists
like Sean Paul and Beenie Man who have had mainstream success in the U.S.
Soca & Chutney: Dance music originally from Trinidad & Tobago from calypso, 
made popular by artists such as the Mighty Sparrow, Byron Lee, and Machel Montano.
 

We are always looking for new members and ideas. Feel free to contact us at Vivaz06@gmail.com, 
or on Facebook (see below).

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