On Saturday, November 29th, Kotoko Brass and Mohammed Alidu return to The Town Hall to celebrate the release of their collaborative album titled Kalan Pini.
Kotoko Brass and Alidu bring their rhythm driven, all ages dance party to the Upper Valley for a unique evening of world music, traditional drumming and dancing, and authentic cuisine!
The night begins with Kotoko Brass playing their catalog, with Alidu joining on percussion. After a short intermission Alidu takes the helm and leads the band through the new album, along with songs from Alidu’s earlier albums
Kotoko Brass is a high-energy, one of a kind, culturally diverse band based in Boston, featuring musicians from Ghana, Antigua, Japan, and the US. Mohammed Alidu is a celebrated singer and percussionist from Tamale, Ghana, born into the 1000-year old Bizung lineage of talking drum chiefs. The two have joined forces to write and record a groundbreaking presentation of Dagomba music and culture.
Joining the artists on stage, world class Ghanaian dancers Maltiti Sadik and Saeed Kuubetesuri interpret the music into motion, while also leading the audience in traditional dance.
Titi’s African Cuisine is back with her authentic West African fare. Get there early, she always sells out!!
November 29
The Town Hall
75 Town Common Rd, Fairlee, VT
Doors at 6pm
All Ages Show
$25
Kids 12 under are FREE
