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Rhythm

Gathering of Nations


Words and Images by Meghan Pierson

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The Fiesta of the Nations gathered together the many different cultures that make up the Southwest.  The event featured crafts, ethnic food, music and dance. The New World Drummers and Dance Ensemble was among the many groups that performed dances and music from around the world.

“Rhythm is the soul of life, the whole universe revolves around rhythm, and when we get out of rhythm, that’s when we get into trouble.”
- Babatunde Olatunji

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11/07/2006


©2005 The Merge
NMSU Department of Journalism and Mass Communications