Burundian drumming is a global phenomenon, featured in blockbuster movies and best-selling albums. But at home, authorities have restricted it to official functions — and banned women from performing.

The streets of Bujumbura came alive with the sound of traditional drums as Burundi hosted the latest edition of the UMUKOZO Festival, a celebration of the country's rich cultural heritage. Held under ...

One of the most gifted and celebrated percussion ensembles in the world, The Royal Drummers and Dancers of Burundi return to Houston for one night only, Friday, Nov. 9, at 8 p.m., presented by Society ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. -- The Center for the Arts at University at Buffalo will present Royal Drummers and Dancers of Burundi on Saturday, Oct. 13, at 8 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre in the Center for the Arts ...

Chinese Ambassador to Burundi Li Changlin (left) and Bienvenue Irakoze, the permanent secretary of Burundian Ministry of Youth, Posts and Information Technologies, unveiled the ceremony of ...

Drums have long been an integral, sacred part of the Burundi culture, part of almost every important ceremony in the country. And among the most acclaimed drummers in that country are the Royal ...

Since ancient times, drums have been considered sacred in Burundi. Traditionally, the word ingoma meant both drums and kingdom. UNESCO is this week considering whether to add Burundi's "Ritual Dance ...