Summer in Barham: Mampama Quintet – supported by Gombo
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oin the infectiously rhythmic Mampama Quintet for a vibrant afternoon of live music in the stunning grounds of Barham Court. Bring a picnic, settle in on the green, and don’t forget your dancing shoes!
The Mampama Quintet brings together talented musicians from Kent and London to celebrate two iconic West African musical traditions: the lilting, fingerpicked melodies of Sierra Leonean Palm Wine music and the infectious rhythms of Ghanaian Highlife. These timeless genres have shaped artists worldwide, and the Quintet honours their rich heritage with performances of classic tracks by E.T. Mensah, S.E. Rogie, Osibisa, and more.
Mampama Quintet are:
Simon Lee Guitar — Vocals
Kevin Richards — Acoustic Guitar Vocals
Kofi Adu — Drums
Henri Gaobi — Percussion
Emmanuel Darko — Bass guitar
Our Canterbury Festival 2025 Contraband winners Gombo warm things up for the Mampama Quintet. Featuring students of both Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys and Girls, Gombo astounded judges at our 2025 Contraband showcase winning a cash prize to support their musical journey. We are incredibly excited to showcase this talented young band once again and can't wait to see them live at Barham Court.
Barham Court, Rectory Lane, Barham, Canterbury, CT4 6PD
The Mampama Quintet brings together talented musicians from Kent and London to celebrate two iconic West African musical traditions: the lilting, fingerpicked melodies of Sierra Leonean Palm Wine music and the infectious rhythms of Ghanaian Highlife. These timeless genres have shaped artists worldwide, and the Quintet honours their rich heritage with performances of classic tracks by E.T. Mensah, S.E. Rogie, Osibisa, and more.
Mampama Quintet are:
Simon Lee Guitar — Vocals
Kevin Richards — Acoustic Guitar Vocals
Kofi Adu — Drums
Henri Gaobi — Percussion
Emmanuel Darko — Bass guitar
Our Canterbury Festival 2025 Contraband winners Gombo warm things up for the Mampama Quintet. Featuring students of both Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys and Girls, Gombo astounded judges at our 2025 Contraband showcase winning a cash prize to support their musical journey. We are incredibly excited to showcase this talented young band once again and can't wait to see them live at Barham Court.
Barham Court, Rectory Lane, Barham, Canterbury, CT4 6PD
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Barham Court, Rectory Lane, Barham, Canterbury, CT4 6PD, United Kingdom
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