“Ruined” Opens
Here's my percussion set for "Ruined". The guy in back ground is Mr. Chic Street Man.
Here's a homemade cymbal of mine based on some of my research of drummers in the DRC.
It’s finally opening night for “Ruined”! I’ve enjoyed every step that has led up to tonight’s performance. It’s a real treat to work with such a great cast, director and musical director. The play is based on recent events in the DRC (Democratic Republic of the Congo). Due to civil unrest in the DRC people, particularly women, have endured suffering for several years. The play’s setting is in a brothal located in the jungle of the Congo where a number of these abused women have sought refuge. Me and guitarist Chic Street Man provide the music there. I’m playing a unique percussion set up which was developed by me and musical director Aaron Meicht. We arrived at my current set up after extensive video and audio research of the music of the DRC which is heavily influenced by Soukous, Haitian Compas, Afro-Cuban and Hip-Hop music.
I can’t wait to see the show. Congratulations, Kelvin! I know how much work it’s been to get to the opening!!!
Sounds cool. Laura and I have tickets for April 21st. Looking forward to it. . .
Awesome, can’t wait to see this!
Kelvin! Looks like a great project- Best of Luck!