Kweku Sumbry

Performer

Mar 29

Grounded in the traditions of the Djembe Orchestra, Kweku Sumbry is a multi-percussionist from Washington, DC. With the djembe, drumset, and a multitude of West African Percussion instruments, Kweku is bringing forth a new sound to the jazz world.

Music has allowed Kweku to travel to Guinea, Ghana, Australia, And France to name a few countries. At the age of 24, Kweku has already graced the stage with Ambrose Akinmusire, Yosvany Terry, Cyrus Chestnut, Solange, Shabaka Hutchings, and Reggie Workman, to name a few. A true global citizen, Kweku continues to travel the world, building upon his knowledge of world music traditions and cultures.

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