Rhythm of the Dundun Ensemble from Atchoukpa: Ale Ile by Smithsonian Folkways published on 2019-09-24T22:39:04Z In Benin, musical traditions and accompanying dances connect participants to their religion, community, and natural environment. Neighboring Nigeria and Togo along the northern side of the Gulf of Guinea, Benin is a long-standing and dynamic hub of cultural exchange. In 2020, the Smithsonian Folklife Festival will highlight the cultures of Benin on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Genre World