Travel Pick: Pop Culture and Cinema in United States
Salif Keita

Salif Keita UNITED STATES BERKELEY, CALIFORNIA  •  Zellerbach Hall B  •  Ongoing   Salif Keita A key founder of modern Afro-pop, Keita commands attention with his unforgettable live performances, soaring vocals, and emotion-packed songs.  Keita is a direct descendent of the warrior king who founded the Malian empire in the 13th century.) Since then, his work has blended the traditional griot music of his childhood with other West African influences from Guinea, the Ivory Coast, and Senegal, along with the music of Spain, Portugal, and Cuba. CalPerformances Web Site Detailed schedule information: 8:00 pm Contact: University of California Zellerbach Hall Berkeley, CA, 94720-4800 Tel: (1) 510 642 99 88 email this item to a friend