Who’s on stage
RNS Moves, an inclusive ensemble made up of disabled musicians and non-disabled members of Royal Northern Sinfonia, with special guest Rapasa Nyatrapasa Otieno. Rapasa is a singer, songwriter, and virtuoso of the nyatiti, a traditional eight-string lyre from the shores of Nam Lolwe (Kenya’s Lake Victoria).
What they’re playing
A fusion of sounds and cultures from across the world. Rapasa Nyatrapasa Otieno introduces us to the nyatti and his compositions, deeply rooted in traditional storytelling from the Lüo community in western Kenya. You’ll also hear music by African composers Ayo Bankole and Tunde Jegede, Welsh harpist Robert Ap Huw, Antonín Dvořák and Jessie Montgomery.
What you’ll hear
The programme will include:
Tunde Jegede Dancing in the Spirit
Ayo Bankole Variations for little Ayo
Jessie Montgomery Break Away: III. Smoke
Antonín Dvořák Bagatelles Op. 47: No. 1 – Allegretto
Robert Ap Huw selection arranged for RNS Moves and Rapasa
Rapasa Nyatrapasa Otieno original compositions
Tickets £15 (inc. 50p booking fee) free for under 16s
