Glo­bal Fest: Chico Matada

Chico Matada’s master concert ”Matadalogy”

Performers

  • Chico Matada, drums, vocals, mbira
  • Nathan Riki Thomson, double bass
  • Adriano Adewale, percussion, berimbau
  • Melik Turunen, electric bass
  • Juuso Rinta, double bass
  • Nikita Rafaelov, piano, synthesizer
  • Rafa Postel, trumpet
  • Rita Santos, violin
  • Marta Podwysocka, cello
  • Global Choir

Matadalogy is a term used by Chico Matada to define the method by which Ndau’s indigenous music is brought into the environment of contemporary music settings!

In his global master’s concert, Chico Matada explores the essence of Ndokodo music belonging to Ndau people of Mozambique, through the process of integrating this musical tradition into a contemporary ensemble, and concert stage setting.

Matadalogy’s fresh sound is characterised by incantational melodic lines, and sophisticated rhythmic elements that are aesthetically ancient, and yet very contemporary, intertwined with use of jazz improvisation.

Global Fest, 13.-15.12.2023

Global Fest 2023 is the 8th edition of an annual festival featuring students, teachers, alumni and special guests representing Sibelius Academy’s Global Music Department.

Bringing together artists from many corners of the world, the Global Music Department focusses on intercultural dialogue and collaboration, creating new artistic work together and fostering a sense of global citizenship. Expect a feast of dynamic, innovative, inspiring concerts and pop-up events, featuring performers from around the world celebrating the diversity of our planet. Featuring performers from diverse corners of the world.

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Further information: Eeva Hohti, eeva.hohti@uniarts.fi

Mannerheimintie renovation project

Access to the Musiikkitalo from the direction of Mannerheimintie will be difficult. We recommend that you allow enough time for your arrival and use the entrance on the side of Kansalaistori if possible. According to current information, the entrance to Mannerheimintie will also remain in use throughout the renovation, but pedestrian routes can be challenging at times.

We recommend following the official information channels of the renovation project, where you can find the most up-to-date information.

Time

15.12.2023 at 20:00 – 21:00

Location

Sonore

Mannerheimintie 13a

00100 Helsinki

Helsinki Music Centre

Tickets

Free admission

Location on map

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