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MusicAfrica presents Afrofest
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Music Africa presents Toronto’s 21st AFROFEST, a celebration of African music and culture. FREE on Saturday July 11th and Sunday July 12th; at Queen’s Park from noon to 10:30 pm. Afrofest is a multi-focus event of song, dance, theatre, food, a marketplace, and activities for youth and children. Featuring traditional and contemporary styles of music by top international touring acts and dozens of African performing groups from across Canada. The festival has grown every year. In 2009, three different outdoor stages will come to life with music and dance.
Come to Queen's Park and discover Africa in the heart of Toronto!

Afrofest kicks off its launch party on Friday July 10th with a ticketed concert by Malian rising superstar Vieux Farka Touré. The son of an African musical legend, Vieux’s guitar virtuosity has been compared to Eric Clapton’s. NOT TO BE MISSED!! With opening act Toronto's highlife kings, Afrafranto. At the Phoenix Concert Theatre, 410 Sherbourne Street. Presented in association with Small World Music and Batuki Music. Advanced tickets at Soundscapes (572 College Street, Toronto) or at www.smallworldmusic.com.

Afrofest at Queen’s Park is a showcase of the richness and diversity of African culture. The 21st anniversary celebration is shaping up to be the best ever.

Music Africa gratefully acknowledges the support of the Department of Canadian Heritage, Celebrate Ontario Cultural Fund, the Toronto Arts Council, Ontario Arts Council and TD Canada Trust.
Thanks also to our media co–presenters CIUT, CBC Radio, Planet Africa and SUNTV.