SONA JOBARTEH

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT and THE WAITLIST IS LONG. TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR.

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Global superstar, master musician, and humanitarian, Sona Jobarteh,  is “Africa’s first female Griot kora virtuoso… blending traditional music, blues, and Afropop to impressive effect.” – The Guardian. Reputed for her skill as an instrumentalist, distinctive voice, and her grace on stage, Jobarteh has rapidly risen to international success.

Traditionally, descendants of Griot families inherit the responsibility of keeping stories of their individual tribes and families alive in the oral tradition with the narrative accompanied by a musical instrument. Breaking from a seven-century-old tradition of Griot families in West Africa, Jobarteh is a feminist icon touring the world to spread her powerful and universal messages through her music and her voice.

While her passion is music, her mission and purpose is education as empowerment and curriculum overhaul for the children of Africa. As seen in both 60 minutes and CNN, she is a leader in social change, singlehandedly using her touring fees to set up The Gambia Academy – an institution dedicated to achieving educational reform across Africa.

Her latest album, Badinyaa Kumoo, was released in 2022.

Sona Jobarteh, kora & vocals
Eric Appapoulay, guitar
Andi McLean, bass
Mouhamadou Sarr, percussion
Yuval “Juba” Wetzler, drums

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Lace Cadence is a Seattle-based DJ and the founder of Trophouse Thursdays at Seattle’s Sugar Hill. Lace spins a signature blend of afrobeat, dancehall, rap and r&b, with a passion for amplifying music from the African continent and across the diaspora.

Lace was raised in the Central District and first immersed in the local Seattle music scene as a child during the height of grunge in the 90’s. As an emcee and vocalist, Lace made waves with his early solo career and as one third of rap outfit Clockwork. He is the one third of the electronic r&b outfit The Flavr Blue, and has performed across the country and internationally, including Dakar, Tokyo, and Stockholm.

You can listen to Lace late Friday nights KEXP's Overnights Afrobeats show on KEXP.  

SHOW DETAILS
6pm Afrobeats DJ Lace Cadence
7pm Sona Jobarteh
Aftershow set with DJ Lace Cadence

SHOW SETUP
This is an outdoor event at Rolling Bay Hall.  People will be on their feet and dancing for the majority of the show so we are reserving a designated area for ADA seating.  There is no lawn so there will be no lawn chairs permitted. But there will be some seating indoors out of view from the stage for those that need a respite.

Parking will be limited. If you cannot carpool, consider arriving quite early.

There is a $10 round trip shuttle service available to and from the Bainbridge ferry terminal for those who are coming from Seattle without a car. You will be offered this option at checkout.

ABOUT WEAVE
WEAVE operates out of Rolling Bay Hall, nestled in the heart of Bainbridge Island, WA within the aboriginal territory of the “People of Clear Salt Water” [Suquamish People].

Known for its commitment to hosting exceptional cultural events, WEAVE perfectly complements the ethereal ambiance of Jobarteh's music. This will be WEAVE’s first outdoor performance. Attendees can expect an immersive experience that will transport them to distant lands and evoke a profound sense of connection to the music.

"This is the best place to play in the Pacific Northwest." - D'Vonne Lewis, drummer, poet, band leader, and 4th generation Seattle musician.

With its mission to promote cultural diversity and artistic excellence, WEAVE is delighted to present Sona Jobarteh as part of its ongoing commitment to bringing world-class performers to the vibrant community of Bainbridge Island. The event promises an unforgettable evening of enchantment, celebration, and artistic brilliance.

WEAVE Presents is a nonprofit performing arts organization that invites audiences to acknowledge and celebrate the multi-racial and multi-ethnic roots of American culture. Learn more about WEAVE Presents here: http://weavepresents.org.

COMMUNITY SPONSORS
This event is made possible through the generous support of individual donors & dedicated fans from our local Bainbridge WEAVE community. Additional sponsors include Beneficial State Bank and Sound Reprographics. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to them for their commitment to the arts and their support in bringing Sona Jobarteh to our community.

LIVING-WITH-COVID POLICY
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If you're on the fence, and aren't sure how you're feeling but don't want to miss, please consider wearing a mask.
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