Seckou Keita - The Hendrix of the Kora
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Hailed as "the Hendrix of the Kora", Seckou Keita plays at MEMO for the first time for this one-night-only Melbourne appearance, fresh from performances at the BBC Proms, WOMAD and Glastonbury. 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'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.
Hailing from Southern Senegal, his journey from a gifted child to a globally recognised musician has been nothing short of remarkable. 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.