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Alpha Yaya Diallo - West African Summit

Alpha Yaya Diallo's West African Summit Presented by: Batuki Music Society Date: November 16, 2012 Event Time(s):Doors open at 8 PM. Show at 9 PM. End 11:30 PMWebsite: www.batukimusic.com Email: info@batukimusic.com Costs: Range:$20 - $29 Adult: $25 Cost Information: Tickets $25 advance available online at www.batukimusic.com / $30 door Batuki Music Society presents Alpha Yaya Diallo's West African Summit: a music and dance spectacular featuring three-time Juno Award winner Alpha Yaya Diallo: kora master/griot Prince Diabaté, balafola/griot Naby Camara, and the electrifying dance of Mariama Camara and N'nato Camara, along with djembefola Amara Kante, Thomas Ehru Niamke (drums), and Vegari Cendar (bass). This ground-breaking production brings to the stage the wonder of West Africa's Bafing River. Like the river, the music flows through the sounds and spirit of Senegal, Mali and Guinea, full with the magic of this storied region and its rich cultures. Info/Tickets: www.batukimusic.com Batuki Music Society gratefully acknowledges the support of Canadian Heritage. Location:Beverley Hall SPK206 Beverley Street Beverley Street and Cecil Avenue Map to this event Public Transit:TTC Trip Planner Downtown Dance, Live performances, Music. Event Details. Location: 206 Beverley Street