Sunset Wednesdays: Djékady Trio

Djékady is a Mandinka phrase that means “coming together is good.” The result of the collaboration between Grammy-winning musicians Balla Kouyaté (balafon, vocals) and Mike Block (cello, vocals), along with Idrissa Koné (percussion, vocals), Djékady Trio puts Malian music into conversation with American folk and contemporary styles. The band’s energetic nature and deep appreciation for each other’s cultures create an unexpected and beautiful display of music without limitations. Djékady Trio draws danceable rhythms and energetic textures between each instrument through a trust of each other as bandmates that is palpable in the sound. Every song is a trust fall, with each musician leaping to wild and unexpected heights, trusting their bandmates to catch them.  

Sunset Wednesdays take place on the Great Lawn. Visitors may bring folding chairs and blankets. Picnicking is permitted on the Great Lawn beginning at 4PM. Glyndor Gallery, The Café and Shop are open until 7:30PM.  

Reservations are not required for the Great Lawn. In the event of inclement weather, this program will move indoors where capacity is limited. Pre-registered Rain or Shine tickets receive priority seating indoors and must be shown at the Front Gate at time of admission. Same-day, indoor tickets based on availability.   

Premium admission is in effect from 4PM to 8PM each Sunset Wednesday. Wave Hill Member-for-a-Day and Member Guest passes are accepted these evenings. All other discount passes will not be accepted starting at 4PM.   

The Great Lawn is a flat grassy area accessible via flat, paved paths. 

Questions? Please email us at information@wavehill.org or call 718.549.3200 x251.