The Center for World Music's Global Stage 2026 Passport Concert Series kicks off with a concert by the Zimbawean group Mbira Bhururu.
Experience the rich cultural and musical heritage of Zimbabwe through the traditional sounds of the mbira (Zimbabwean “thumb piano”), accompanied by the rhythmic pulse of hosho shakers. Played for over a thousand years, the mbira has been central to Shona spiritual ceremonies, storytelling, and community gatherings. The ensemble Mbira Bhururu offers audiences an exploration of the instrument’s intricate layered melodies, the interplay between rhythm and tune, and the ways music fosters cultural continuity and connection to ancestry. During the audience Q&A following the concert, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with the musicians, learning about Zimbabwean musical traditions and the ways these artists carry forward a centuries-old cultural legacy.
Admission/Cost: $35 - $55
Location:
La Jolla Community Center
6811 La Jolla Blvd
La Jolla, CA
Friday, January 16 - 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
