Friday, April 24 | 7:30 PM | Next Stage Arts, Putney, VT
Experience the transcendent music of Ablaye Cissoko and Cyrille Brotto, two masterful musicians bringing their acclaimed project Djiyo—meaning “water”—to Next Stage Arts. With the kora and diatonic accordion at the center, the duo creates a luminous dialogue that flows like a river across cultures, blending Manding and Occitan traditions into a sound both meditative and deeply human.
After nearly three years of touring and over 100 concerts worldwide, Cissoko and Brotto reunite for an intimate performance full of grace, warmth, and emotional depth. Their music is at once contemplative and quietly ecstatic, inviting listeners on a spiritual journey that clears the mind and awakens the senses. Hailed as “a gem from start to finish” by Songlines UK, Djiyo exemplifies the beauty of musical conversation and cross-cultural collaboration.
Ablaye Cissoko, renowned kora virtuoso and soulful singer, has captivated audiences across the globe with his genre-crossing artistry in world music, jazz, and classical traditions. Cyrille Brotto, a leading figure in the European folk scene, brings sensitive and inventive accordion playing that resonates with both tradition and innovation.
More than a performance, this is a meeting of kindred spirits—a celebration of friendship, respect, and the transformative power of music.
Tickets: $22 Advance | $26 At the Door | $10 Livestream
Doors open at 6:45 PM. Reserve your seats at nextstagearts.org.
