Blues Day in Bamako

7 rue De La Redoute, 78280 Guyancourt

Led by Joce Mienniel and Pierre Durand, a quartet of French and Malian musicians pays vibrant tribute to the master of Saharan blues, like a bridge between two continents. In Mali as in many African countries, the 'talking trees' allow villagers to gather in the shade to share stories or resolve conflicts. On stage stands a 'tree of harmonies' housing four French and Malian musicians who speak one language—the blues. Around the heritage of Ali Farka Touré (1939-2006), Pierre Durand (guitar), Joce Mienniel (flutes), A…