SUUBA ALBUM CELEBRATION

Join Gambian kora player, storyteller, and peacebuilding practitioner Yaya Sonko, who works in preventive diplomacy and mediation support, for a special celebration of his new album. Blending the timeless sounds of the West African kora with contemporary Afro-Mande rhythms, Yaya and Soma-Helsinki Band invite you on a journey celebrating heritage, culture, storytelling, and the power of music to connect people and build bridges for peace. Experience an evening of music, fashion, stories, and cultural connection, bringing the spirit of West Africa to Helsinki.