The Mother Africa Salon Tickets

The Mother Africa Salon is a Somi Kakoma–led season-long residency that fuses original material with reimagined African-classic repertoire. Headquartered in New York City, this project brings together a rotating collective of acclaimed artists to explore the richness of African and diaspora musical traditions through intimate performances and studio-style collaborations. Keep an eye on this page for updates on the residency, new collaborations, and live dates in major venues.

In 2025, the Salon returns to the Frederick P. Rose Hall, Rose Theater at Jazz at Lincoln Center in NYC, delivering multi-night performances with a dynamic lineup that highlights Somi on vocals alongside a stellar group of collaborators. The project continues with planned 2026 dates in the same venue complex, continuing the mission to illuminate African musical storytelling on a grand stage.

Securing your seats for The Mother Africa Salon means tapping into a thoughtful, artist-led experience. We’ve got you covered with reliable access to tickets, venue details, and up-to-date tour information. For a direct connection to Somi’s official presence, follow her on social media: Instagram and X (Twitter) @somimusic, plus other official pages. If you’re exploring the broader discography, Somi’s seven albums (2007–2022) showcase a wide arc from Red Soil in My Eyes to Zenzile: The Reimagination of Miriam Makeba, each a testament to her expansive artistry.

Upcoming dates to watch for include the 2025 residency in NYC (September 18–20) at Jazz at Lincoln Center, with a lineup featuring Toru Dodo (piano), Sheldon Thwaites (drums), Mazz Swift (violin), Dara Hankins (cello), Michael Olatuja (bass on 9/18), Ben Williams (bass on 9/19–9/20), and Youba Cissokho (kora on 9/18). The residency is planned to continue in 2026 with March and June sessions, always at the same venue complex to ensure a consistent listening environment and a focused concert experience.