Michael Holmes: Michael first learned of the infusive beauty of African rhythms while living among the Luo of western Kenya, where he spent a year teaching English, math, and science at Nyasanda High School, in Ugunja. Originally from New Hampshire, Michael moved to Burlington area in 2003, where he began studying dance and music informally under DJ Craig Mitchell at 135 Pearl until a friend finally convinced him to try a West African class. Instantly hooked on the form, he has since danced with devotion, and has now joined Jeh Kulu, for good. He has a lovely daughter named Zora.