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Friday, October 17th
Big Night in Little Haiti with Harmonik
6-10pm, Free


Harmonik is one of the most popular next-generation of pop konpa bands in Haitian music today. Led by three singers, the 7-piece band is based in Miami and Haiti. In classic konpa direct style, the fresh grooves are powered with a mighty horn arrangements, and guitar-fueled melodies. US audiences first got a taste of Harmonik’s sound when the young band appeared on America’s Got Talent!
 Visit them online.

Between sets, DJ Mack.
In the gallery, Local Artist Series V
After party at 7th Circuit with the Moksha Roots Allstars and special guests.

The night will featuring delicious kreyol cuisine from Leela’s Lakay, Hyper Malt, Prestige Beer and Clairin Rum at the bar, and more. Have you tried Clairin? It is a uniquely Haitian “rhum agricole”, imported to the US for the first time! Enjoy a special Big Night Big Punch. Have you tried Hyper Malt? It’s delicious, and gives you the energy you want for the night ahead.

The hands-on art activities for kids are sponsored by Positive Impact Foundation / Kose Famn and Bass Museum of Art.

Big Night in Little Haiti takes place every 3rd Friday, free, at the Little Haiti Cultural Center. Major support is provided by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. Additional sponsors and partners include Hyper Malt, Clairin, Prestige Beer, FIAT of North Miami, AmericanAirlines, City of Miami, Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Friday, August 15, 2014
Little Haiti Cultural Center
6-10pm


Shleu Shleu Miami All Stars, carrying on the music of the legendary Shleu Shleu of Haitian music, headline a double bill at Big Night.

Since 1965, Shleu Shleu has defined “Kompa Direk,” the beloved classic dance music of Haiti. They are among the longest running groups in the history of kompa, remaining popular for 50 years. Smith Jean Baptiste and Jacques Vabre launched the band, with frequent shows at the lovely Hotel Villa Creole in Petion-ville, popular dance parties throughout the original golden age of konpa of the 1960s. The big band was in demand at all of Haiti’s prestigious hotels and private parties, and brought together many of the top musicians of the era. In the years between, the band toured and recorded, even as the band line up evolved. By 2011, many of the key players had moved to South Florida, and under the leadership of percussionist Baptiste and long-time saxophonist Evens “Gogo” Laturtue, renamed themselves the Shleu Shleu Miami All Stars. The band is still rocking crowds on the dance floor!

The double bill also features Ayabonmbe, an 8-member rasin (roots) Haitian music and dance group. More than 20 traditional Afro-Caribbean rhythms form the beat for this vibrant ensemble, led by composer and founder Marc Joseph, and percussionist Patou Lindor. Ayabonmbe is the war cry of the Arawak Indians, defending their sacred Caribbean homelands, and it remains today a leitmotif in the struggle for education and peace. The call is vital to the work of the group, which includes fiery live performances as well as workshops for young people to become immersed in traditional Haitian roots culture.

Between sets, DJ Mack.

In the gallery, Guantanamo Memory Project.

A rocking after party at 7th Circuit with the Moksha Roots Allstars and special guests.

The night will featuring delicious kreyol cuisine from Leela’s Lakay, Hyper Malt, Prestige Beer and Clairin Rumat the bar, and more. Have you tried Clairin? It is a uniquely Haitian “rum agricole”, imported to the US for the first time! Enjoy a special Big Night Big Punch.

The hands-on art activities for kids are sponsored by Positive Impact Foundation / Kose Famn and Bass Museum of Art.

Big Night in Little Haiti takes place every 3rd Friday, free, at the Little Haiti Cultural Center. Major support is provided by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. Additional sponsors and partners include Hyper Malt, Clairin, Prestige Beer, FIAT of North Miami, AmericanAirlines, City of Miami, Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Friday, April 18, 2014
Big Night Little Haiti
6-10pm

If you've read my blog, you'd know I was Haitian, and proud. (see pics from my last trip here). One of my favorite nights each month..come dance, eat and see amazing Haitian art!


When Big Night in Little Haiti began three years ago, Rara Kuyu invited the organizers to a large gathering at his studio, to make sure that rasin music had a part of the series. What a group – top locally-based dancers, musicians, artists. Rara Kuyu and his 15-member Universal Soul Love group launched Big Night with a bang, setting the tone for an amazing monthly night of music. Now we celebrate the 3rd Anniversary, and welcome back to the stage one of Miami’s artistic anchors.

A night of rara and roots to celebrate a good Friday at Big Night. Rara Kuyu and Universal Soul Love have created an massive production of roots music and dance. Born in Port-au-Prince, Kuyu is a gifted painter, muralist and musician. If you’ve been to Tap Tap, you’ve seen his beautiful murals. The band, featuring performance and dancers, is anchored by a commitment to Haitian percussion and musical exploration.

When Big Night in Little Haiti began three years ago, Rara Kuyu invited the organizers to a large gathering at his studio, to make sure that rasin music had a part of the series. What a group – top locally-based dancers, musicians, artists. Rara Kuyu and his 15-member Universal Soul Love group launched Big Night with a bang, setting the tone for an amazing monthly night of music. Now we celebrate the 3rd Anniversary, and welcome back to the stage one of Miami’s artistic anchors.

A night of rara and roots to celebrate a good Friday at Big Night. Rara Kuyu and Universal Soul Love have created an massive production of roots music and dance. Born in Port-au-Prince, Kuyu is a gifted painter, muralist and musician. If you’ve been to Tap Tap, you’ve seen his beautiful murals. The band, featuring performance and dancers, is anchored by a commitment to Haitian percussion and musical exploration.
Friday, January 17, 2014
Little Haiti Cultural Center
6-10pm


Djakout #1 is one of the top bands in Haitian music today,
making their Big Night in Little Haiti debut this month.

Opening set by Pouvwa.

Between bands, enjoy DJ Mack of Mizikpam.com

The night will featuring delicious kreyol cuisine from Leela’s Lakay, ice cold Prestige Beer at the bar, and more. The hands-on art activities for kids are sponsored by Positive Impact Foundation / Kose Famn and Bass Museum of Art.

Photographer Richardson Dorvil will showcase his gorgeous now book Découvrir / Discover Haiti, with copies available for purchase and signing. Dorvil holds many titles: writer, designer and photographer, cultural ambassador of Haiti. He invites you to view the beauty of Haiti through his lenses and a difference face of the country.

In the gallery, Global Caribbean V, a selection of top contemporary Caribbean visual artists, presented by the Haitian Cultural Arts Alliance. This will be a last chance to see this Art Basel-sanctioned exhibition.

Big Night in Little Haiti takes place every 3rd Friday, free, at the Little Haiti Cultural Center. Major support is provided by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and Boom. Additional sponsors and partners include Prestige Beer, FIU Latin American and Caribbean Center, FIAT of North Miami, AmericanAirlines, The Miami Foundation, City of Miami, Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Friday October 18, 2013 – 6pm to 10pm

One of our our fave Haitian bands! Come out and dance, and enjoy the Haitian culture & food! 
Save the date for next month's Big Night Little Haiti featuring RAM on November 15, 
another fave band of ours from the Hotel Oloffson in PAP, Haiti.

T-Vice – Haitian konpa superstars
Opening set by Hector Lominy
Special Creole Spice culinary experience – a taste of Haiti
In the gallery:  LHCC Local Artist Series IV


Big Night in Little Haiti also features DJ Mack of Mizikpam.com between sets, art exhibits in the gallery, open studios, children’s activities, food, drinks, arts and crafts, fun and more – all free and open to the public!

Creole Spice: A Taste of Haiti
In conjunction with the Consulate General of Haiti’s monthlong Creole Spice cultural iniative, Big Night in Little Haiti will celebrate the deliciousness of Haitian food.  Patrons are invited to experience “A Taste of Haiti”, as chefs and purveyors will provide samples of specialities, delicacies and cuisine.
Friday September 20th, 6pm to 10pm

FREE Every third Friday, enjoy a night of music, art, food, culture and fun, produced by The Rhythm Foundation and Little Haiti Cultural Center.
Big Night in Little Haiti was named Best Festival by New Times Best of Miami.

One Miami Broward Carnival kicks off at Big Night with a masquerade pageant. Musically, we go from young folky sensations Aroze Twoubadou to classic old school konpa from Les Freres Dejean. Les Freres Dejean will bring you right back to the golden age of konpa, playing a party in the elegant hotel ballroom of Port-au-Prince in the 1960s. Now based in Miami, the group has not slowed down at all. Be ready to dance.

Here’s a taste of Aroze Twoubadou, in an earlier show at the Little Haiti Cultural Center
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Fri 8/16: Big Night Little Haiti


Friday, August 16, 2013 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm


This will be the first time in history that a traditional maracatu group from Recife, Brazil tours the the USA. Estrelha Brilante will visit the US for a groundbreaking tour, joined by NYC based Brazilian group Nation Beat. And when they stop in Miami, they meet Haiti in an explosion of marching music. Rasin Lakay brings the percussion and horns of Haitian roots music into the mix, live from the heart of Little Haiti.

Founded in 1906, Estrela Brilhante is one of the most renowned traditional maracatu groups in the world. Led by the legendary Mestre Walter and Queen Dona Marivalda, Estrela Brilhante has performed throughout Brazil and Europe, with numerous Carnival competition championship titles in Recife, including 2012 and 2013. Maracatu de baque virado is a dynamic rhythm from the northeast of Brazil, propulsive and dramatic, steeped in African and Indigenous traditions with religious overtones. Its massive percussion groups and dancers lead the way for the king, queen, princess, and crowds of revelers who follow the rhythm of the music and the movement of the court.

Between bands, enjoy DJ Mack of Mizikpam.com

The night will featuring delicious kreyol cuisine from Leela’s Lakay, ice cold Prestige Beer at the bar, and more.

The hands-on art activities for kids are sponsored by Positive Impact Foundation / Kose Famn.

Big Night in Little Haiti takes place every 3rd Friday, free, at the Little Haiti Cultural Center. 
Friday May 17, 2013
Big Night in Little Haiti

Sak Pase!
May is Haitian Heritage Month, and some wonderful events are planned for the Little Haiti Cultural Center to celebrate, and Big Night in Little Haiti will be a highlight.

Friday May 17th, 6pm - 10pm
Little Haiti Cultural Center, 212 NE 59 Terrace, Miami 33137
FREE
Big Night in Little Haiti celebrates Haitian Heritage Month

Live concerts in the plaza by konpa legends Skah Shah #1 and rising new stars X-Tassy
Also featuring Rara Lakay, DJ Mack of Mizikpam.com, and ESMIA Children's Orchestra of Miami Music Project
in the gallery, Donna Karan's Discover Haiti, presented by Haitian Cultural Arts Alliance and Urban Zen Project
Delicious kreyol cuisine, cold drinks, activities for kids and much more.

Produced by Rhythm Foundation and the Little Haiti Cultural Center
Major support from the John S and James L Knight Foundation and Boom


The April edition of Big Night Little Haiti is all about poetry! We are glad to take part in the O Miami! Poetry month. This month Big Night features the Queen of Haitian song, Emeline Michel in the plaza, joined by some very special poet friends. These include Edwidge Danticat, Koralen and others. Plus the Francophonie poetry awards, some marching band music, great visual arts, activities for kids, delicious kreyol cuisine and much more!

See Emeline: http://youtu.be/qn7hHwISric


Free every 3rd Friday at Little Haiti Cultural Center!
Friday April 19th, 6pm
Emeline Michel and friends in concert - FREE
Little Haiti Cultural Center, 212 NE 59 Terrace, Miami 33137
Manno Charlemagne at Big Night in Little Haiti July 20

Big Night in Little Haiti - FREE
This Friday, September 21th, 6PM - 10PM
Little Haiti Cultural Center
212 NE 59th Terrace, Miami 33137


Classic konpa from legendary band Les Freres Dejean, and a fiery opening set by rara rockers Empress Addi.  Sounds good! In the gallery, The Big Picture exhibition with IPC Visual Labl.  Delicious Haitian food, cold Prestige beer, activities to keep the kids busy, and you have a Big Night.
  • Les Freres Dejean take us directly to the golden age of konpa music.  Formed in Haiti in 1963 by Lyonel Dejean, the group was originally called The Brothers of Petionville, playing elegant dance parties and concerts alongside their colleagues in other legendary orchestras of the day, the Shleu Shleu All Stars, The Ambassadors and more. They forged a new rhythm from their shared love of big band jazz, Haiti's rich musical heritage and Caribbean dance rhythms like merengue and Cuban son.  The group have become revered statesmen of the konpa genre, yet still promise to bring the crowd to their feet dancing in concert.
  • Empress Addi is a singer whose group Rara Rock, Haitian roots-rock music, is influenced by her life as a mother, writer, artist and student. She has been singing since the age of two, and also has dabbled in radio, TV and is now engulfed in her first love, music. Her passion for social justice and humanity has made her an unconventional deviant from pop culture. Her live shows become platforms to promote self-awareness and love for self and all, with soul-provoking melodies
  • Mizikpam, your online Haitian and world music radio station, with DJ Mack, between sets.  [Mizikpam.com]   
  • In the gallery:  The Big Picture.   The exhibit, presented by IPC Visual Lab, brings together the work of 17 photojournalists with 17 distinct points of view of the world.
  • Family Art Corner by Positive Impact Foundation  
  • A raffle of goodies from our sponsor, Madame Gougousse: a basket with with their famous jasmine scented rice, cooking oil, coconut milk, plantain chips, seasoning, and more.
  • Haitian Food and Drinks for sale, including delicious Prestige Beer
  • Free Secured parking
7th Circuit Studios welcomes you to enjoy their gallery and boutique, just across from the Center at NE 59th Street, 6PM - 10PM.  228 NE 59 Street, Miami.   They host the after show jam, starting at 10PM, featuring the Moksha Roots All Stars and special guests.  [Moksha website] 

From: http://www.knightarts.org/community/miami/a-sneak-peek-at-junes-big-night-in-little-haiti

Big Night in Little Haiti opens this month’s edition (Friday June 15) with an Open Stage.  The free monthly night of music and art at the Little Haiti Cultural Center, celebrates Fete de la Musique, a Francophone holiday that welcomes summer with free music.  Central to Fete de la Musique, which fills venues, streets and public spaces across the Francophone world with music each year, is that idea that anyone can make music.  Egalité at its musical finest, and best realized in a community like ours, filled with talent.
The open stage so far has attracted a very cool line up including a Haitian rara rock group, a didgeridoo ensemble, a violinist, a small jazz ensemble, and some singers.  The application form can be found athttp://BigNightLittleHaiti.com
Following the Open Stage, Big Night features one of Haiti’s great voices.  James Germain’s music is a lovely mix of his baroque operatic voice and Haitian roots music.  As a young man from Port-au-Prince, born an albino into a family full of music and poetry, he discovered his voice singing in church choirs.  Even while classically training in Paris, he found the great value in the voudou roots of his home country.  Germain has been living in Mali, West Africa for the past several years, creating true world music that unites his beautiful voice, and a fusion of African and Haitian rhythms.  It is a rare treat to have him perform in Miami.