Akpé Motion brought together a French-Italian-Kenyan jazz fusion, offering a unique experience that was very much appreciated by the audience. The performance blended rhythms and melodies that transcend borders, evoking the European Union’s nature – which like a complex and vibrant symphony – has all its member states playing a unique role – unified by shared values and principles, and striving for a harmonious future. 

On the trumpet and drums – Alain Brunet and Pascal Bouterin both from France, on the bass guitar- Eddie Grey of Kenya and on the piano, Nico Morelli from Italy. 

While the language of Jazz is widely understood, the occasion marked the international celebration of the French language; one of the European Union’s official working languages.

The Akpé Motion Kenyan tour is happening thanks to the collaboration of our Team Europe EUNIC partners, the Alliance Française de Nairobi, the Instituto Italiano de Cultura and the Delegation of the European Union.  This weekend, two more concerts will take pace in Mombasa on Friday 21 March 2025 and Saturday 22 March 2025. 

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