Kelly Bado in concert with the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra

Kelly Bado will be in concert Sunday at the Franco-Manitobain Cultural Center (CCFM) with the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra.

It was during a summer show at Patio 340 in 2022 that the artistic director of the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra first heard Kelly Bado. Richard Gillis was touched by the power of her voice. This is how the concert project Hey Moma reference to the song of the same name released a few years ago on the album Hey Earth, was born.

It took two years to get there, but we’re happy to finally be able to collaborate with Kelly.

Kelly Bado will perform three songs (Le temps qu’on a, Bellesâmes and Typical) for the occasion. She will be accompanied by a brass ensemble and several musicians. The show will be centered on African Music, French ballads and gospel which is intended to be a way of crossing cultural barriers.

I’m glad they extended the invitation to me and I feel honoreddeclares Kelly Bado.

In recent months, Richard Gillis also participated in the artist’s new album by playing trumpet and helping with the composition.

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Originally from the Ivory Coast, Kelly Bado’s music draws inspiration from countries across West Africa and reflects her inspiring journey to the heart of the Canadian Prairies. She also sings in several languages ​​including French, English, Attie and Wolof.

Kelly’s striking voice, uplifting melodies and commitment to advocacy have earned her significant recognition, including a Juno, Francophone Artist of the Year and World Artist of the Year. year at the Western Canadian Music Awards in 2021, and the Art and Culture Prize during the Noir et Fier Gala in 2024.

Two performances of the show Mama He are planned at the Center Culturel franco-manitobain (CCFM) on Sunday, November 10 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.