Soli Performing Arts Company

Artist Bio

Soli's name comes from the West African tern "big dance." The company members have committed themselves to education through a musical, theatrical and dance repertoire that embraces both the traditional and modern South and West African arts. These styles are also combined with Caribbean music and song.
 

Artist Statement

Soli Performing Arts Company is made up of four artists: Artistic Director Vella Davis-Pearce formerly of Najwa Dance Corp and Kopano Performing Arts Company; Aluna-Faye formerly of Najwa Dance Corp, Talaa Faye of West Africa; and Josh a master musician.  Soli is a West African word meaning “big dance" and their goal is to entertain, educate, and stimulate interest in African heritage through a musical, theatrical, and dance repertoire that embraces both traditional and modern West African dance and arts. 
 

Educational Philosophy

In additional to the performance, Soli is committed to the education of young people.  They carry out their educational philosophy by initiating and developing programs at various schools in Chicago, social service agencies, community services, and other dance companies in the city.  Soli is working hard to leave its footprint in the sand.  We are made up of self-motivated dance educators prepared to entertain and teach as individuals and as a team.