“…A reflective, insightful individual who brings to his work in the arts, in education and in the community a genuine understanding of the creative process.”
Massachusetts Department of Education
" ...fantastic and a great personality. Refocused the energy on the unit. Favorite by far! ... great job getting many of us out of our shell."
Butler Hospital, RI
"Exceeded my expectations! The audience participation component also made the performance especially memorable."
Peabody Essex Museum
"...I am not quite sure how you managed to get such a large array of novice percussionists and dancers to all work together...it was magic!... participation all the way from the back row!"
Worcester Public Library
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SUMMER/FALL SCHEDULE 2021
for Public Performances
In November 2017, Cornell Coley and Kenny Kozol convened outstanding international artists and produced "The Soul of Latin Jazz" a powerful concert with dance, poetry and visual art.
In 2018, we expanded the project, added Sandra "Sasi" Marcelino to the team and launched the KECOSA COLLECTIVE Together, we produced "Soul Synergy Live!" ***2018 -trailer below***
*See the 2017 concert on the video page
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
6:30 - 7:30 PM
Fascinating Rhythm Solo Performance
Fitchburg Public Library
610 Main St. Fitchburg, MA
SEPTEMBER 25, 2021
10:30 - 12:00 PM
LECHUCA FRESCA LATIN BAND
Mattapan Farmers Market
Cummins Hgwy & Fairway St., Mattapan
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Cornell Coley - Africa Gente Trio
w/ Roberto Silver (piano) & Eduardo Ortiz (bass)
J P Porchfest
Blessed Sacrament Church,365 Centre St. sponsored by Hyde Sq. Task Force
OCTOBER 9, 2021
10:30 - 12:00 PM
Fulani Haynes Jazz Collaborative
Mattapan Farmers Market
Cummins Hgwy & Fairway St., Mattapan
In February 2021, I produced and performed in a collective effort that brought together music, dance and visual arts, working with Kera Washington, Tomoko Iwomoto, Tal Shalom Kobi and Michael Shea.
KECOSA COLLECTIVE
Drum Circle Facilitators Guildcertified
Cornell Coley, M. Ed.
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"A Fascinating Rhythm"
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In this latest stage of the CORONA VIRUS, I am taking precautions at all in-person presentations and performances, with limits on social distancing, instrument sharing and wiping down instruments.