The Front Porch presents the Cheick Hamala Diabate Band with longtime collaborator Corey Harris. This special event is a fundraiser for Cheick's music school in Mali and proceeds from ticket sales go to support the fundraising effort.

Cheick Hamala Diabate is a West African historian in the Jeli (Griot) tradition, and a world-recognized master of the ngoni, a Malian traditional instrument. Born in Kita, Mali, into the family Diabate with a Jeli tradition dating back over 800 years, Cheick Hamala Diabate is recognized as one of the most famous ngoni Jelis in both the Malian and international communities. 

Corey Harris is a guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, and band leader who has carved out his own niche in the blues. A powerful singer and accomplished guitarist, he has appeared at venues throughout North America, Europe, Brazil, the Caribbean, West Africa, Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

This is the first concert in our 2026 Global Roots series, an ongoing global music showcase at The Front Porch. Stay tuned for more upcoming events!

This is a seated indoor show. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, check out our FAQs!