Harmony for Hope: Benefit Concert for Haitian Community Center of Greater Norwich
The Haitian Community Center of Greater Norwich
is pleased to present Harmony for Hope—an inspiring evening of Haitian music and cultural celebration. This special event will feature talented and distinguished artists performing kompa and other traditional Haitian music, highlighting the rich musical heritage of Haiti and its power to bring communities together. The concert promises to be a vibrant and memorable experience, blending energetic rhythms, soulful melodies, and heartfelt messages that reflect the values of hope, unity, and cultural pride.
KAÏ – The Haitian kompa music group formed by lead singer Richard Cavéis widely recognized for its influential sound and international tours. Cavé is best known for his work with the kompa group CARIMI. KAÏ, which means house in Haitian-Creole (but is spelled kay) was inspired both by the place Cavé embarked on his rebirth and its Japanese translation, which means “restoration and strength,
KATHIANNA – Kathianna Celestin is a Haitian native mixed ethnicity. At a tender age of 5 she came to the USA to live in Brooklyn, NY. She then relocated to New London, Connecticut where she started her roots of singing. Her diversity will change the world with her vocal abilities and style for years to come.
Ricky Alan Draughn might be new on the Smooth Jazz artist radar, but he’s been rated one of the hottest cutting-edge artists on the East Coast by virtue of his global performances.
SPONSORED BY:
Norwich Public Utilities, Mohegan Sun, Centreville Bank, United Community Family Services, Chelsea Groton Bank, Big Night Big Love, Sign Professionals, Jeremiah & Virginia Lowney Family Foundation
