106 – Rattletree, From Zimbabwe to Austin

Joel and Rakefet Laviolette from Rattletree and Rattletree School of Marimba share their passion for Zimbabwean Marimba music. Discovering the mbira in Taos, New Mexico. Living in Zimbabwe: learning the Shona language, meeting local musicians, playing at ceremony. Moving to Austin in 2006 and introducing Zimbabwean music to the city. Opening the Rattletree School of Marimba. Composing and improvising Marimba music. Glow Party and Grand Opening on September 23-25