Saidi Kanda & Mvula-Mandondo Band

Spiced-up East African Traditional Music meets Modern Africa!  

A welcome return for Tanzanian multi-instrumentalist Saidi and his band who play traditional East African music with a contemporary twist. Expect the dancefloor to be busy !

Following on from his acclaimed performance at Africa in the Lounge, here comes the return of one of the local icons of African Music.

Hailing from Tanzania and learning his craft from his grandfather, Kanda has developed to become one of the most talented multi-instrumentalists of African Traditional Music, with a sweet melodic voice accompanied with mesmerising charismatic stage presence and a feel-good factor, through the energy of his performance.

A former member of the great Remmy Ongala’s Super Matimila Band, Saidi went to be awarded Womad Percussionist of the Year in 1989.

He then helped formed UK’s Orchestra Baboma and playing with most of the greats of African music: Papa Wemba, Kofi Olamindea, Mose Fanfan – to name just a few.

Saidi Kanda is regarded as one of the best performers of recent times within the African Traditional and New African Music.

The release of his new album “Ambush” – a collaboration work with his friend Edward Shearer – went on to create Mvula – Mandondo.

Doors open at 7.30pm.

Licensed bar.

The Barleycorn Tavern, which is a stone’s throw from the Village Hall, are very kindly offering ticket holders 2 for 1 meals before the concert. You’ll need to call them and book at least 3 days before the event, and will need to show either your ticket or your WeGotTickets email. You can view the menu and find contact details here.