The Music of Niger 4
This event is streaming online
Mon, 17 Oct 2022, 07:00PM (EDT)
Artists
Tempete Du Desert
Wasika Dounia
LAMBI LANFA
Mamar Kassey
A music video release party and special guest music performances, in celebration of one of Africa's greatest classical music traditions. Viewcy presents: The Music of Niger.
This release will feature 8 tracks by the 4 groups. Curated by Yacouba Moumouni, this video premier will feature music by Mamar Kassey, Wasika Dounia, Tempete, and Lambi-lanfa.
The mission
Viewcy Sessions are about discovering new music, as curated by the musicians themselves, and paying tribute to those musicians with a meaningful income. By buying a ticket, you are directly supporting these artists. A portion of the money raised also going to funding the next series of sessions from Niger.
The project
Yacouba was orphaned at 10 years old. After a 2-week journey by foot to the capital, he played music on the street for two years to survive. A local maestro, recognizing his talent, took him in under his wing. Yacouba is now the maestro. This series are a way for Yacouba to "take in" musicians who deserve a platform, and deserve to be paid for their contribution to all of us. It is also a way for Yacouba to take us in. Now, we too can view the world of music through his lens. We can discover, appreciate, and contribute as well.
Special thanks