PETERSBURG-AK A group of young drummers is bringing its unique style of music to Petersburg for a series of performances and workshops throughout this next week and the Little Norway Festival. Kodiak island drummers, “K.I.D” for short, is a diverse group of children and teens. They combine a variety of drumming styles from Africa, South America and Japan. K.I.D has performed in communities and festivals throughout Alaska. The group was founded by Michael Daquioag (de-key-wa). Mr. D, as he’s called, says the group emphasizes the principals of discipline, respect and unity through music. Matt Lichtenstein listened to some of kid’s music and caught up with “Mr. D”by cell phone. D said the non-profit organization started in 1999 under the Kodiak Island Arts Council and Kodiak School District’s summer arts program:
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