Ballaké Sissoko with Vincent Peirani and Vincent Segal

Mar 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM · Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre, Somerville, MA Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre, Somerville, MA

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Vincent Peirani

1 concert

Born in Nice, Vincent Peirani is a versatile jazz accordionist known for blending classical, African, flamenco, and pop styles. He rose with the Sweet & Sour Quartet, collaborated with Michel Portal, and leads the innovative Living Being Quintet.

Ballaké Sissoko

4 concerts

Malian kora master Ballaké Sissoko is known for his innovative style and global collaborations. Rising to fame with Toumani Diabaté on 1999's "New Ancient Strings," he formed the group 3MA and frequently partnered with cellist Vincent Ségal. Notable albums include "Musique de Nuit" and "Les Egarés." Sissoko's diverse collaborations span genres from rock to classical, with artists like Ludovico Einaudi and Rokia Traoré.