2 December @ 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Cape Town‘s live music scene is set for an intimate musical experience as GRAMMY-nominated vocalist and composer Somi brings her Africa in Bloom series to Youngblood Gallery on Wednesday, 2 December 2026.
Joining her on stage will be acclaimed South African jazz pianist Bokani Dyer for a special duo performance celebrating African musical expression, storytelling and creative collaboration.
The performance also marks Somi’s return to Cape Town after several years, giving local audiences an opportunity to reconnect with an artist whose music moves between jazz, soul and African musical traditions.
Music, Identity and the Meaning of Belonging
More than a conventional concert, Africa in Bloom creates intimate spaces where music and conversation encourage deeper connections between artists and audiences.
The series takes its inspiration from Somi’s latest album, What Does It Take to Bloom?, an introspective project exploring transformation, uncertainty, loss and the search for belonging.
Written and recorded across Dakar, Lagos, Paris and New York City, the album reflects Somi’s experiences of navigating different places while searching for a sense of home.
Through this initiative, she is extending those themes beyond the recording studio, bringing people together through shared musical experiences across the African continent.
A Meeting of African Jazz Perspectives
The collaboration with Bokani Dyer adds a distinctly South African dimension to the Cape Town performance.
Known for his contemporary approach to jazz piano, Dyer brings his own musical perspective to Somi’s blend of jazz, soul and African influences.
Their duo format offers an opportunity to experience the musicianship and storytelling at the heart of the Africa in Bloom concept, without the distractions of a large-scale production.
For Cape Town‘s music lovers, the evening promises an intimate celebration of artistic expression and the connections that make African music so distinctive.
As Africa in Bloom continues its journey through South Africa, Somi’s Cape Town appearance reinforces the importance of creating spaces where African artists can share ideas, celebrate their roots and explore new creative possibilities.
For more information and tour updates, visit Somi’s official website.
