Maya Soleil Traditions presents acoustic African song and dance from countries of western and south-central Africa. With colorful costumes and engaging personalities, these master-level performers use ethnic vocals, musical instruments, and drums such as djembes and talking drums to weave complex rhythms and beautiful melodies. Original and traditional songs combine with high-energy dance to thrill audiences wherever this pan-African group performs. Come learn the simple melody of Kalela, the social dance song of Zambia, or work on your African dance steps following the lead of Maya Soleil's dancers. Or just listen and enjoy a story behind songs based in the culture of the great African continent.

Members of Maya Soleil Traditions past and present have toured the world, performing and recording with many of the greats in African music and dance, including Fela (Nigeria), I.K. Dairo (Nigeria), Obo Addy (Ghana), Dumi Maraire (Zimbabwe), Kanda Bongo Man (Congo), and the national dance companies of Ghana, Guinea, and Zambia.