Nathalie Joachim's Ki Moun ou Ye is a hypnotic, sonic journey into self-discovery. Joachim, born in Brooklyn to Haitian parents, seamlessly intertwines her familial musical heritage with contemporary and experimental sounds. She uses her potent voice and lyrics, intricate electronically sampled textures, beats, laughter, soothing melodies of an acoustic instrumental ensemble, and even her grandmother's voice.
The 75-minute performance is set on a remote Caribbean farmland cherished by Joachim's family for seven generations, adding a deep sense of history and connection to the music. Also released as an album in 2024, Ki Moun ou Ye invites the audience to delve into the richness of their voices, embracing them as vessels of DNA, ancestry, and personal identity.
Recommended for ages five and up.
The 75-minute performance is set on a remote Caribbean farmland cherished by Joachim's family for seven generations, adding a deep sense of history and connection to the music. Also released as an album in 2024, Ki Moun ou Ye invites the audience to delve into the richness of their voices, embracing them as vessels of DNA, ancestry, and personal identity.
Recommended for ages five and up.
Co-sponsored by the Department of Music.
