Kahil El'zabar's Ethnic Heritage Ensemble (bluestem) at Cafe CODA

The Ethnic Heritage Ensemble was formed 35 years ago. Kahil El’Zabar is the founder of the band and led its first performance at Child City Arts Center, in Chicago, in 1973. This was a year after he had returned from the University of Ghana. His goal was to combine concepts of African American music making with the earlier roots of traditional African music and make it something new. After 35 years, this legendary band is still serving the people worldwide with their special brand of 21st century Griot music.
Sponsored by: BlueStem Jazz
Production: Cafe CODA
*Limited quantity of early bird tickets are available at a discounted price at cafecoda.club/buy-tickets...

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The Ethnic Heritage Ensemble was formed 35 years ago. Kahil El’Zabar is the founder of the band and led its first performance at Child City Arts Center, in Chicago, in 1973. This was a year after he had returned from the University of Ghana. His goal was to combine concepts of African American music making with the earlier roots of traditional African music and make it something new. After 35 years, this legendary band is still serving the people worldwide with their special brand of 21st century Griot music.
Sponsored by: BlueStem Jazz
Production: Cafe CODA
*Limited quantity of early bird tickets are available at a discounted price at cafecoda.club/buy-tickets
**Do I need to print my ticket?
No, but will help. Due to different systems, some people might not get the second email of tickets with QR codes.
You can either print your email receipts or simply show them on your phone upon arrival.
***Please check our FB page for announcements and cancellations.

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