Francis Kofi
Ghanaian Master Artist

The multi-talented Francis Kofi is an Ewe Master Drummer, Dancer and Drum Carver. He lives in Accra, the capital city of Ghana. Francis currently works as a freelance performer and carves drums for sale around the world. He has led individual and group workshops on traditional African drumming and dancing for international students. In 1994 he collaborated with Melissa Lang and Andruid Kerne on Coded Messages: CHAINS in which he was co-director, choreographer and master drummer. You can see a short video clip of Francis performing in CHAINS.

Francis has maintained strong ties to the Ewe traditions. He learned his art from his grandfather in Togo, and is committed to sharing his culture with others. Francis has written a short narrative of his life which describes how he has developed as an artist. Francis is eager to work and collaborate with international artists. He is also available to present workshops and performances in the United States and Europe. You may read his resume.

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Francis Kofi
School of Music
Mason Hall
SUNY Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
USA
phone:716-672-6352