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A symbol of Guatemalan national identity, the marimba is a large instrument played by striking rows of wooden bars with mallets. The marimba is recognized by the Organization of American States as part of the Cultural Heritage of the Americas. Traditional marimba music serves as a link to Guatemalan culture for young Guatemalans living in the United States.Marimba rhythms will be courtesy of Marimba Maya AWAL, based in the Washington, DC area. In the Indigenous Maya Mam language, "awal" translates to "the sower." Founded in 2005 by Julia Sanchez and Luisa Lopez, the group aims to sow the knowledge of their Maya ancestors from the mountainous west of Guatemala for future generations.
Have a seat and enjoy the music, or feel free to dance solo or with friends. Performances begin at 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, and 3:30 PM on Level 1 in the Potomac Atrium.
This free program is part of the museum's Hispanic Heritage Month events.
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Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, Washington D.C., Washington, United States
