Practice Makes Perfect
Documentary
Overview
The film is primarily a portrait of Kam Kelly, who teaches West African drumming to students at various New York schools, including Intermediate School 292 in Brooklyn. One of his students, Jessica Jackson, is featured. The piece was commissioned for the “Crossing Brooklyn Ferry” festival at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in 2012.
Su Friedrich Director
Top Billed Cast
Kam Kelly
Himself
Jessica Jackson
Herself
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