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URL:https://www.arabamerica.com/events/mamadou-sidibe-eliyahu-sills-a-nigh
 t-of-afro-middle-eastern-fusion/
SUMMARY:Mamadou Sidibe & Eliyahu Sills: A Night of Afro-Middle Eastern Fusi
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DESCRIPTION:\n\n\nA new collaboration with Mamadou Sidibe\, on Ngoni and vo
 cals\, master of Malian music &amp\; Eliyahu Sills on Middle Eastern oud\,
  flutes and bass\n\nThis will be an evening of music from Mali\, and origi
 nal music by Mamadou Sidibe and Eliyahu Sills.\n\nCheck-in 7:30\n\nShow at
  8pm\n\nAyurvedic Cafe and Non-Alcoholic Elixir Bar open 11am-10pm\n\n\n\n
 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMamadou Sidibe\n\nThe instrument that Sidibe plays\, a
  14-string kamele n’goni\, is one that he pioneered. The traditional six
 -string donso n’goni is used for hunter rituals and ceremonies in the Wa
 ssoulou region where Mali\, Ivory Coast\, and Guinea converge. Sibide face
 d a good deal of resistance when he started adding strings and playing the
  instrument with the women who brought the incantatory Wassoulou sound to 
 the world\, particularly Coumba Sidibe (no direct relation) and Oumou Sang
 aré.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEliyahu Sills\n\nAs a highly acclaimed mu
 sician of multiple instruments\, Eliyahu’s devotion to his craft and his
  profound understanding of various musical lineages have garnered him reco
 gnition and admiration worldwide.\n\nWith a deep love and dedication to hi
 s art\, Eliyahu has immersed himself in the study and performance of multi
 ple musical traditions. These include folkloric and spiritual music of var
 ious Middle Eastern lineages\, Indian Hindustani Ragas\, and the multiface
 ted branches of African-American music\, including Jazz\, Soul\, and Funk.
 \n\nAt the forefront of his musical endeavors stands The Qadim Ensemble\, 
 a groundbreaking project that transcends cultural boundaries to bring toge
 ther the diverse musical traditions of the Middle East. With their CD reac
 hing #7 on Billboard’s World Music charts\, The Qadim Ensemble serves as
  a testament to Eliyahu’s dedication to bringing people of diverse cultu
 res together through the universal language of music.\n\nEliyahu captivate
 s audiences with soulful performances on instruments such as the ney flute
 s\, Indian bansuri bamboo flute\, and upright bass. His authenticity and s
 kill resonate deeply\, drawing listeners into the rich tapestry of his mus
 ical expression.\n\nIn addition to his work with The Qadim Ensemble\, Eliy
 ahu shines as a solo artist captivating audiences with his soulful perform
 ances on instruments such as the ney (Persian\, Turkish\, and Arabic reed 
 flutes)\, the Indian bansuri bamboo flute\, the upright bass and the oud. 
 Whether exploring the depths of Hindustani Ragas\, delving into Middle Eas
 tern folkloric and devotional music\, or breathing new life into ancient J
 ewish songs\, Eliyahu’s authenticity and soulful musicianship leave an i
 ndelible mark on his listeners.\n\nHe performs throughout the country with
  his critically acclaimed band The Qadim Ensemble and as a solo artist as 
 well as collaborating with many highly acclaimed musicians. Eliyahu contin
 ues to enchant audiences nationwide\, from large concerts to intimate solo
  performances.\n\n\n
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LOCATION:Soft Medicine Sanctuary\, 186 North Main Street #120 \, Sebastopol
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