MEDICINAL GOURDS PRESENTS: IGI NI SÒRÒ -THE TREES ARE SPEAKING Experience a unique outdoor gathering where art, culture, and nature meet. *Igi ni Sòrò* (“The Trees Are Speaking”) is a listening ceremony and live performance event inviting the community to slow down, connect, and engage with the living environment in a new way. This immersive experience includes a guided listening session using plant-wave technology—an approach that translates subtle plant activity into audible sound—offering a rare opportunity to experience the “voice” of trees. PERFORMANCES & OFFERINGS Performances Begin- 2:00 PM Crianças de Capoeira Angola- Opening Roda of rhythm, movement, and song Michael Longoria- percussion in dialogue with natural vibrations Ibrahim Aminou- Kora performance blending West African musical traditions with environmental sound Ara Ede— Performing Arts collective offering an interactive, nature-inspired movement experience responding to the sounds of the trees Efunsewa — leading Organic Process, a mind-body interactive experience with guided grounding and intuitive movement Angoleiros are warmly invited to join the opening roda. This is an Outdoor Event Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or personal seating, as well as their own refreshments, to enjoy the experience comfortably. Come listen, reflect, and be present as sound, spirit, and land come together in community.
