Dudù Kouate x NOMAD at The Yard, Manchester

Internationally acclaimed Senegalese percussionist and multi-instrumentalist Dudù Kouate (Abel Selaocoe, Moor Mother, Art Ensemble of Chicago) joins forces with award-winning Manchester ensemble, NOMAD (Iona Kaye, Elena Orsi, Ailsa Burns, and Hoda Jahanpour). After first collaborating in France last September, the five musicians present their first UK performance, showcasing original music fresh from the recording studio. Their sound merges Celtic folk, jazz, and African influences - drawing from Dudù’s vast collection of over 200 instruments - with classical strings and voice. The result is a vibrant and dynamic celebration of culture, collaboration, and improvisation.

With special guest, Rory A. Green:

Rory A. Green is a Ghana born - Manchester raised contemporary guitarist and composer who’s sound can be linked to jazz and folk taking influence from both his English and West African heritage which can be heard in his latest single ‘Little House’.

With his dynamic, conversational approach to the guitar…