Two men wearing hats stand facing the camera, in front of a backdrop with blue skies and clouds. The men are holding a guitar and a kora (African harp).

Jarabi Band (trio)

  • Traditional

Time
5:00 pm
Festival Day
Sunday 16 Feb
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Jarabi Band leads audiences on a dynamic journey from the ancient Manding Empire of West Africa to modern-day city life, weaving the timeless musical traditions of Guinea with contemporary sounds of Melbourne's vivid music scene. 

Led by visionary master musician Mohamed Camara, Jarabi crafts a unique fusion of infectious rhythms on the djembe and dunun, intricate melodies on the kora, guitar and balafon, and soul-stirring vocals. Driven by a deep desire to share Guinea’s music and culture with the world, Jarabi Band delivers an exciting sound which transcends cultural barriers and speaks a universal language.

Locals Stage