Auntie Niambi Shalewa
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Music
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If you are looking to expose your children to an educational yet fun lesson on history sung to the tune of catchy jingles and rhymes, then a visit from Auntie Niambi will do the trick. Niambi's House, a one-woman show featuring Niambi Muhammad, is a treasure chest filled with songs and musical instruments and a dash of magic.
Just one visit to Niambi's House is enough to keep the children wanting more. After the initial experience, you'll understand why Auntie Niambi is an instant favorite. Adorned in festive garb to match the occasion, Auntie Niambi grabs the audiences' attention with childhood favorites like "Sticky, Sticky, Sticky Bubblegum" and "Everybody Have a Seat." With acoustic guitar in tow and additional instruments for children's playing pleasure, Auntie Niambi provides children with an interactive, engaging experience that will stay with them long after the melody ends.
What's most endearing with Auntie Niambi is her ability to have adults up on their feet, singing and swaying right alongside the little ones. With over 20 songs in her playlist, children and grown-ups alike find themselves going down history lane without stepping foot in a classroom. Through her calming voice, bright smile and repetitive lyrics, Auntie Niambi reminds us through her performances that learning never ceases and is fun. Each visit will leave you in anticipation of the next musical journey this shining star will take you on.
One thing is certain: when you visit Niambi's House, you - or your kids - won't want to leave.
- D.L. Carpenter
Discography
Celebrate!, Our Story, Birthday CD, Camp Butterfly Theme Song, Mocha Moms Theme Song
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Bio
Niambi's House is the embodiment of Niambi Shalewa Byete Muhammad, affectionately known as "Auntie Niambi Shalewa."
Niambi means "melody," Shalewa means "especially created for our home," Byete means "between God and man," and Muhammad (later acquired) means "one worthy of praise."
Auntie Niambi Shalewa is a singer, songwriter, storyteller, and an educator (B.S. in Education with specialization in Early Childhood), and an all around entertainer - thus, Niambi's House is about providing quality educational experiences through song, music, movement, finger plays and storytelling.
Whether students are learning math, science, or history - Auntie Niambi Shalewa has a song and/or story!
Auntie Niambi Shalewa has a unique way of integrating music and learning with a soulful twist, as evidenced by the many performances for birthday parties and other events. It's just pure fun, designed to have the whole family engaged. You will hear all genres of music at times, and will be able to relate because it comes from the heart and soul of Auntie Niambi Shalewa.
By bringing Niambi's House to your event, you will inspire and enrich the lives of the families and children who attend.
Niambi's House mission statement:
To enrich and inspire the lives of children and their families through positive, educational, uplifting, and fun musical experiences - forever providing "melody, especially created for our home"
Born and raised in Saint Louis, Auntie Niambi Shalewa now resides in Chicago with her lovely husband and three beautiful children. Besides songwriting and singing Auntie Niambi enjoys baking, dancing, and working out (thanks to the Boot Camp guy).
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