Seckou Keita
Seckou Keita is a renowned Kora virtuoso who stands as a luminary amongst African traditional musicians. Hailing from Southern Senegal, his journey from a gifted child to a globally recognised musician has been nothing short of remarkable.
Seckou Keita
Seckou Keita is a renowned Kora virtuoso who stands as a luminary amongst African traditional musicians. Hailing from Southern Senegal, his journey from a gifted child to a globally recognised musician has been nothing short of remarkable.
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Sat 25 Jul
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Calthorpe Community Garden
258-274 Gray's Inn Road, Camden, London, WC1X 8LH, United Kingdom
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Seckou Keita is a renowned Kora virtuoso who stands as a luminary amongst African traditional musicians. Hailing from Southern Senegal, his journey from a gifted child to a globally recognised musician has been nothing short of remarkable. Dubbed as "the Hendrix of the Kora'', Seckou's innovative approach and exceptional skill constantly pushes the boundaries of what the instrument can achieve. With a discography boasting 15 critically-acclaimed albums cumulating over 25 million streams on Spotify alone, and a collection of prestigious awards, including multiple BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Seckou Keita has left an indelible mark on the music scene. His solo show is a mesmerising mix of captivating melodies, joyous rhythms, uplifting vocals and contemplative instrumentals. An elegant display of virtuosity, natural connection with the audience and joy that will undoubtedly draw the audience in and take their breath away. “There is something uplifting and utterly contemplative about this music” - Sean Rafferty, BBC Radio 3 “Seckou Keita can be classed alongside the great Toumani Diabate as one of the adventurous masters of the kora” - The Guardian “An absolutely magical sound” - Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2 Catch this special outdoor show.