# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Roots of Rhythm
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 10:30 am – Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 02:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Join the talented members of the University of Tennessee at Martin percussion studio for an electrifying musical experience as they present “Roots of Rhythm.”

This dynamic program takes guests on a musical journey exploring the powerful influence of the African diaspora on music around the world. Through rhythm, storytelling and performance, audiences will discover how musical traditions have traveled across continents and shaped cultures for generations.

Part live performance and part educational experience, “Roots of Rhythm” blends music, world history and geography into an engaging interdisciplinary program that connects with National Standards for Arts Education.

Performance Times

Two performances will be offered:
10:30 a.m.
1 p.m.

About the Program

“Roots of Rhythm” is a high-energy showcase that combines world music performance with interactive learning. Audiences will experience global musical traditions brought to life through percussion, movement and audience participation.

Designed to deepen cultural awareness and appreciation, the program highlights the global impact of African musical traditions and their continuing influence on modern music around the world.

This event is free with park admission or membership.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/union-city/roots-of-rhythm/200029690752340
- **Event Categories**: live-music, art, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 56

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029690752340?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=union+city-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Union City
- **state**: TN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 830 Everett Blvd, Union City, TN, United States, Tennessee 38261
- **lat**: 36.43798
- **long**: -89.06745
- **full address**: 830 Everett Blvd, Union City, TN, United States, Tennessee 38261

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Discovery Park of America (https://allevents.in/org/discovery-park-of-america/9105660)

## Event gallery

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- **Alt text**: thumbnail
  - **Image URL**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Roots+of+Rhythm&date=27+Feb

## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 10:30 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 830 Everett Blvd, Union City, TN, United States, Tennessee 38261
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Discovery Park of America
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** live-music, art, storytelling
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Roots of Rhythm ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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