Ruddy Boa : À la découverte de Gwo-Ka

To the sound of voices, the rhythm of drums, and the ardor of dance, it expresses the deepest essence of this archipelago and its people. To discuss its history, its evolution, and its traditional and modern practice, Ruddy Boa invites us to a panel discussion hosted by Franck Salin (journalist, director, and writer) in the presence of a panel of passionate artists.

Led by pianist Ruddy Boa, this project is an invitation to discover or rediscover Gwo-Ka, an emblematic rhythm of Guadeloupe, in a new light. Following "Tribute to Lockel & GwoKa Modèn", this concert continues a musical adventure that began in 1969, when Gérard Lockel brought the Ka drum onto the stage of the Cinéma-Théâtre Le Plaza. A revolution: GwoKa thus left its traditional setting to become an unlimited source of inspiration.

With "Echoes of the Plaza : GwoKa Resonance", Ruddy Boa and his musicians push the boundaries even further. Between original compositions and tributes to major figures such as Robert Oumaou (GwaKaSonné) or Kafé, this project blends GwoKa with other musical universes: the contemporary jazz of Kris Davis, Vijay Iyer, or Danilo Pérez.

A rare moment to also (re)discover the Karuka, a unique instrument designed by Ruddy Boa in tribute to Gérard Lockel's Gwadlouka. A vibrant experience where tradition and modernity meet to create an unforgettable resonance.