El Comité

This extraordinary Afro-Cuban collective brings together seven musicians whose irresistible groove has taken them to some of Europe’s most prestigious stages. Widely regarded as among the most talented and acclaimed musicians of their generation, they create music that is rich, innovative and bursting with infectious energy.

El Comité, a carousel: these words capture the irresistible energy about to sweep us away. El Comité is a joyful band of seven Cuban musicians: a virtuoso pianist, two horn players with a syncopated flair, and a rhythm section with an unstoppable groove. For this special occasion, they are joined by the exceptional singer and violinist Yilian Cañizares. Technically flawless and bursting with life, El Comité proves the old adage: music enters every Cuban through the pores of their skin.

The group draws us in with its dazzling virtuosity and its enthusiasm for musical encounters of all kinds. The concert opens with La Litanie des Cimes, led by Clément Janinet and his two musical companions. Their prayers take on the character of powerful pagan hymns, enriched by the extraordinary voice of Mah Damba, one of Mali’s most celebrated singers and a master of the griot tradition.

Trumpet Carlos Sarduy
Saxophone Irving Acao
Piano, keyboards Rolando Luna
Double bass Gaston Joya
Drums Rodney Barreto
Percussion Yaroldy Abreu
Guest vocalist, violin Yilian Canizares

Part 1
Singer, composer Mah Damba
Violin, keyed harp, composer Clément Janinet
Clarinet Elodie Pasquier
Cello Bruno Ducret

Shared project with Zutique Productions
As part of the Tribu Festival

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