FROM BAMAKO TO NAIROBI: DOUCOURA BRINGS THE BEAT TO DANCE LIFE FESTIVAL 2025!
- Upstage Limited
- Apr 12
- 1 min read
Upstage is excited to announce that Djeli Mahamadou Kone and his electrifying Malian ensemble Doucoura will be performing live at the Dance Life Festival 2025 - Kenya’s biggest dance showcase event!
This special appearance is made possible through a meaningful partnership with Urgent Africa, who shares Upstage's commitment to cultural exchange, social impact, and artistic excellence.
Founded in Bamako, Mali in 2011, Doucoura is a powerful trio led by master percussionist Djeli Mahamadou - a griot with deep from a legendary musical lineage in Bamako, and world-class experience performing with iconic artists like Habib Koité, Toumani Diabaté, and Bassekou Kouyaté.
Doucoura's unique sound blends tamani (talking drum), n’goni, balafon, and vocals into a rich, soul-stirring experience that speaks across continents and generations. Their presence at Dance Life Festival marks a rare and exciting opportunity for Kenyan audiences to experience the heartbeat of West African rhythm live and direct!
Stay tuned for more details on performance dates, venues, and opportunities to engage with Doucoura during their Nairobi visit.
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