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Balimaya Project + Colectiva

,Milton Court Concert Hall
Balimaya Project standing in a triange formation with their instruments at their feet, in front of stacked red crates.

Jazz, West African and Latin music collide in this double bill performance from the Balimaya Project and Colectiva

The word ‘Balimaya’ comes from the Maninka languages of West Africa and means the essence of kinship – and the Balimaya Project is built on the foundation of forging musical and cultural ties from a place of integrity, authenticity and inspiration. The big band, formed in 2019 by percussionist Yahael Camara Onono, aims to bridge West African folkloric Mandé music together with Jazz and the sounds of Black London – creating an eclectic and exciting style that is soul stirring and steeped in rich traditions.

Colectiva explore the spaces between Afro-Latin music and jazz while reflecting on themes of sisterhood and female empowerment. Blending deep Latin groove, experimental textures, wild horn lines and thoughtful arrangements, Colectiva’s fresh compositions are rooted in the sounds of Africa, Latin America and the wider diaspora.

Tagged with: Contemporary music

Produced by the Barbican

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Milton Court Concert Hall

Location
Milton Court Concert Hall is located within the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and is approximately a 5 minute walk from the Barbican entrance on Silk Street.  

Address
Milton Court
Silk St, London
EC2Y 9BH

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We are within walking distance from a number of London Underground stations, the closest being Barbican, Old Street, St Paul’s and Moorgate. The nearest train stations are Liverpool Street and Farringdon. Bus Route 153 runs directly past the Barbican along Chiswell Street

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