Soulful Currents, Music of Mali, Middle East & African Diaspora, La Pena Cultural Center, Berkeley, CA | Nov 20, 2025

Location: La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705
Date: Nov 20, 2025 – 6pm

Soulful Currents, Music of Mali, Middle East & African Diaspora, La Pena Cultural Center, Berkeley, CA

An evening filled with profound music rooted in tradition — bridging continents through enduring melodies.

This concert will feature music mainly from the musical heritages of Mali, in addition to original compositions and innovative works that emerge from the fusion of instruments and musical styles from West Africa, SWANA (also known as the Middle East/North Africa), and America.

Mamadou Sidibe – ngoni and vocals

Eliyahu Sills – bass, ney, bansuri, oud, and vocals

Kele Nitoto – percussion and vocals, along with Ashel SeaSunz contributing vocals, percussion, and ngoni.

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