KANAK (India/SA) & The Nomadic Orchestra Live

Get ready to groove! This electrifying event brings together two incredible acts for a night of unforgettable music at Trenchtown, Observatory. KANAK: KANAK, an Indo-African fusion ensemble led by Vishnu R (India), Sean Sanby (South Africa), and Lilavan Gangen (South Africa). This performance falls within their international residency in Cape Town, where they will explore the intersections of Cape Jazz, Carnatic music, and African traditional music. Expect a rich tapestry of sound as they weave together musical traditions from India and South Africa. About Vishnu R: Vishnu R is a pioneering Indian musician, inventor of the unique 9-string ‘NAVTAR’ instrument, and a OneBeat Virtual 2 alumnus. His mastery of Indian Ragas and Western harmony has earned him international acclaim, including collaborations with Grammy winners Snarky Puppy and Angelique Kidjo. Learn more at www.vishnunavtar.com/ Nomadic Orchestra: "We are Nomadic Orchestra! We play brass music, we play dance music, we play intelligent music, and we play dumb music. We play whatever music we want to play and that’s okay because you come anyway.” This Cape Town-based collective of music nerds, affectionately known as "The Nomads," blends hip hop, afrobeat, ghoema, samba, ska, klezmer, and more into a high-energy, dance-inducing experience. With three albums under their belt and a history of sharing stages with giants like Gogol Bordello and Freshly Ground, The Nomads are guaranteed to get you moving. Event Details: Venue: Trenchtown, Observatory Doors open : 4pm KANAK: 5pm Nomadic Orchestra: 6pm Tickets: R100 online x R150 at the door