BALLA KOUYATE & MATCHUME ZANGO: BALA-BILA

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Tempo Stage at The Platform
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BALLA KOUYATÉ AND MATCHUME ZANGO: BALA-BILA

Submitted by alana on September 3, 2026 - 15:08

Master musicians Balla Kouyaté of Mali and Matchume Zango of Mozambique unite in BALA-BILA, bringing West and East African musical realms into vibrant conversation. Blending timbila, mbira, xitende, balafon, calabash, bass guitar, sampling, live loops, and vocals, the duo creates an infectious groove that moves effortlessly between Zango's spiritual, atmospheric soundscapes and Kouyaté's dazzling virtuosity. The result is a transcendent performance that celebrates the joy, beauty, and cultural heritage woven through their music and creative partnership. 

Balla Kouyaté and Matchume Zango pose with their instruments
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Friday, January 15, 2027 - 20:00
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African
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