One World Arts, Inc is a not-for-profit organization formed for the purpose of educating the public through the arts for a better intercultural understanding by producing and performing dance and music activities for children and adults and celebrating the joy of life through the gift of music and diversity. ¡Retumba!,the performance arm of One World Arts, is a multi-ethnic all-female music and dance ensemble founded in March 1981 in celebration of Women's History month. Interweaving traditional rhythms, beautiful ancient melodies, with its very own unique interpretation, ¡Retumba! bases its work on the music and dance of Africa, Europe, and its expressions in the Americas and the Caribbean.¡Retumba! emphasizes the particular strengths and sensitivities of diverse women working together in celebration, demonstrating the similarities and links of our shared cultures. ¡Retumba! brings forth the drama and excitement of world culture and traditions into a feast of folkloric music that can be enjoyed by everyone. www.retumba.org