Sidi Touré  

 

Thursday, July 12  8:30pm

Memorial Hall

 

Born in the ancient town of Gao, Mali, once the heart of the Songhai empire, Sidi Touré has created a sound which both captures and challenges his roots.  His guitar playing and vocals cross into western folk and blues not unlike Ali Farka Toure (who is also a Songhai).  His songs draw attention to issues not usually addressed by singers from such ancient traditions.  “The songs must come from within” says Touré.  “If I sing and there is no change, then it will have been a waste”.

 
Among Songhai musicians, Sidi is one of the best, winning many national awards in his homeland. We are very pleased to welcome him to Harrison.