Zinse Agginie

St. James was once again enthralled by the presence of Zinse Agginie on campus for three days this November. The musician/artist (known as MR Z to students) is a favorite with our students and brings a charm and sense of serenity to the students with whom he works, as well as exciting and inspiring them as they share his passion for African drumming.

Musician - Storyteller from our Arts Smart Connection

About the artist:
2008 Arkansas’s Governor’s Award winner, Zinse Agginie, is a native of Ghana. He is currently a resident of Arkansas, before which he lived in the UK . In the UK , Zinse majored in Psychiatric Nursing and later studied Graphic Arts Reproduction at the London School of Printing. Zinse has recently distinguished himself with a composition called the ‘Drum Ballet,’ a series of rhythms that combine hand and body movements to present a compelling performance piece. The Drum Ballet is highly popular in many states and growing. It was one of the acts at the opening of the WJ Clinton Presidential Library, included in the 2006 film documentary about the ten most effective art programs in US schools.Zinse comes to each residency with all the necessary drums and his approach in the educational setting is designed to limit stress while supporting previously discussed curriculum goals.