Sona Jobarteh

In the organizer's words:

SONA JOBARTEH - Africa's first female griot kora virtuoso

The spirit of Sona Jobarteh's musical work stands on the mighty shoulders of the West African griot tradition. She is a living archive of the Gambian people. With one ear on the historical reputation of her family and the other on the important future heritage, and with her heart in both places, she is today preparing a place for the next generation. Her singing and her kora playing as the frontwoman of her band spring directly from this tradition. The extent of her recognition today is demonstrated by more than 10 million views on YouTube and a significant number on other digital platforms. All this despite singing in her native languages and making her own way in the music industry.

Sona's commitment to spreading important humanitarian messages through her songs and stage performances makes her much more than just a musician. She is an active advocate for social change and leads by example. Sona single-handedly founded The Gambia Academy, a pioneering institution working for educational reform across the African continent.

Sona Jobarteh preserves her musical past and champions innovative ideas for a more humanitarian future.

Price information:

The reduced price is available on presentation of valid proof: schoolchildren, trainees, students (up to the age of 30), military and civilian service, holders of the Bavarian Volunteer Card, holders of the Würzburg Welcome Card, welfare recipients, unemployed persons, severely disabled persons. Children up to and including the age of 6 have free admission and therefore do not require a ticket.