At the Łódź traveler's café, cousins and virtuosos from the legendary Gambian griot lineage will meet – Buba Badjie Kuyateh and Sakung Jobarteh. Their "Gambian Acoustic Jazz" project draws from centuries-old tradition, blending it with jazz phrasing, improvisation, and rock riffs.
Master of the 22-string kora and charismatic vocalist Buba will meet with accomplished guitarist Sakung. This is a musical conversation full of atmosphere, warmth, and virtuosity – without a big stage or distance, but with intimacy and exceptional ambiance.
This may be your only chance to hear this duo in this format! Seating is limited. By buying a ticket, you support culture and creators. Thank you!
Gambian Acoustic Jazz
Buba Badjie Kuyateh – kora, vocals
Sakung Jobarteh – semi-acoustic guitar
Tubylec Café, Łódź
Reservation: 100 PLN – https://zrzutka.pl/gacnrs
Buba Badjie Kuyateh is a Gambian kora virtuoso, composer, and vocalist, descendant of the legendary master Alhagi Bai Konteha. Since 2012 he has developed an international career, making Poland his home. He has collaborated with Maria Pomianowska, Marcin Masecki, Włodzimierz Kiniorski, and Stanisław Soyka, with whom he released the album "Action Direct Tales" (2017). He combines tradition with jazz improvisation and unique audience connection.
Sakung Jobarteh is a guitar master from the Gambian griot family, brother of Dawda Jobarteh and uncle of Sony Jobarteh. He has lived in Norway for over 30 years, where he develops a solo career and performs with his band throughout Europe. He blends family heritage with Scandinavian musical style. Today his path meets again with cousin Buba in a project full of engaging solos, warm vocals, and jazz improvisation rooted in West African tradition.
Don't miss this meeting!
Report an issue with this page
Spotted an error or outdated info? Let us know and we'll fix it as soon as possible.
Every week: the best events, new places and local news straight to your inbox.
Every Thursday: the weekend guide - see at a glance what is happening in the city
New restaurants, attractions and places worth discovering in Łódź
Articles on the history, architecture and culture of Łódź
No spam - unsubscribe with one click whenever you want
Subscribe to the newsletter
Leave your email and never miss what is happening in the city.
We send 1-2 emails a week
Your privacy
We use cookies that are necessary for the site to work. With your consent we also use Google analytics and ads, so we know what you read most and can keep the site running. You can withdraw consent at any time. Details in the privacy policy.
Necessary
Keep your session and cart working and remember your consent choices. The site will not run without them, so they cannot be switched off.
Analytics
Google Analytics - shows us which articles and events people read most. Without it we are writing blind.
Advertising
Google AdSense - ads matched to you. They pay for the site and let us list events in Łódź free of charge.
Be the first! Add a comment.
You need to log in to add a comment.
Log in