AWOLI Africa Festival Artist 2026
Saf Sap New Generation
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The Sap Saf New Generation comes from a family of musicians from Mbour, a coastal town in Senegal. Their connection to music goes back generations. Dancing, singing and drumming have been in their cradle, and the stage has been their second home since childhood. Their aim is to share their culture. To this end, they organize djembe and dance workshops for schools, companies and private individuals. Isma Kouate, Nago Sene and Famara Manafa, members of a well-known griot family from Senegal, perform all over Europe. The focus is on fun .
Band:
Isma Kouate | Band Leader
Mactar Kouate | Percussionist
Nago Sene | Front drummer
Famara Manafa | dancer
Saliou Kouate | front drummer
Michael Tonfeld
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With his interactive children’s storytelling program “The long journey of a snail from Africa to Germany. ”, Michael Tonfeld has performed over 1000 times throughout the German-speaking world in the last 10 years. The giant agate snail Wa bibio tells of its adventurous journey from Africa to Germany.
Daniel Burley
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Daniel Burley has dedicated himself entirely to his career as an artist for a long time. He performs worldwide on television, at gala events and open air festivals. His show is a mixture of spontaneous and improvised acts where no one can be sure what will happen next. As a solo entertainer, he manages to enchant his audience not only with magic, but also with his facial expressions and body language. Daniel Burley also has a special music program in store.
Yvette Blum | Arabic dances from different regions of the Orient
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Yvette & her ensemble will take you on a dance journey through several countries of the Orient. Let yourself be carried away for a short time while dancing together to music from Morocco, Tunisia and Egypt!
Mystical and spirited rhythms, tradition and modernity combine to create earthy, graceful movements. Moroccan basket dance, Bedouin dance and flamenco-inspired gypsy group dances show different facets of the Orient.
Pure joie de vivre that swings to the rhythm!
Yvette Mimona Fatma Blum is a dance teacher with Moroccan roots.
ARABIC DANCE FROM TRADITION TO MODERNITY
DJ Sam
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DJ Sam is a dynamic and versatile DJ who specializes in an exciting mix of Makossa, Bikutsi, Azonto, Coupé-Décalé, Afrobeat and Reggae. With his passionate sets, he brings the energy and pulsating rhythm of the African music scene to every dance floor.
DJ Sam began his career in the lively clubs of Douala, where he quickly became known for his ability to wow the crowd with his unique style of music. His love for music and talent for seamlessly combining different genres has earned him a loyal fan base.
Makossa, the traditional music style from Cameroon, is masterfully integrated into his sets by DJ Sam, using the distinctive rhythms and melodies to add to the atmosphere. Azonto, the energetic dance style from Ghana and Afrobeats , are further highlights of his performances, mixing the latest hits and classic tracks to keep the dance floor moving.
DJ Sam is not only a master of his craft, but also a true music lover who shares his passion with every performance. His ability to weave different styles of music into a harmonious whole makes him a sought-after DJ at international festivals, exclusive events and in the best clubs worldwide. With DJ Sam on the decks, every party is an unforgettable experience that immerses guests in the diverse and rich world of African music.
One World Band
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Arno Haas has put together a band especially for the concert on September 1 to present music from different cultures. The musical results are eagerly awaited. Makossa meets funk, jazz and soul.
