École de Musique de Kirina

30/03/2026

Here we go! Ecole de Musique de Kirina, Mali is very happy to let you all know that we recorded Mahamadou Sidiki Diabaté and his band "FOLI BLON" in our new studio last Saturday, March, 28, 2026.
Now we invite all the musicians of Mali, Africa and the world to come and record in our studio "TOUMANI DIABATE" of Kirina.
We remain grateful to Damon Albarn, Playing For Change Foundation and all the partners

18/03/2026

We started a collaboration with a French Nonprofit “Chante ta Nature” on an educational project about the Global Citizenship and sustainable Some of our teachers participated and demonstrated how music can impact people’s life in this world. They also mentioned that the musical instrument they played are made out of dry wood not green wood. Cause this earth is what we all have in common so we must protect it in a sustainable way. Our musical creations can be done without destroying the environment.
So we believe that music is the key to the sustainable development in the world
We are Playing for Change

"Chante ta Nature"
Nous menons actuellement ce projet d'Education à la Citoyenneté Mondiale at au Développement Durable à travers la création musicale.

Une vingtaine de jeunes de l'école CERENE-Education de Lille Fives et de l'école de musique de Kirina se joignent pour explorer une vision du monde désirable et propice à l'épanouissement de tous.

Au programme, création d'instruments de musiques à partir de matières naturelles locales, écriture de textes et mise en musique permettant un croisement des regards sur le changement climatique ici et en Afrique.

A l'issue du projet, un enregistrement de l'oeuvre musicale actuellement en co-création.

Projet soutenu par Lianes coopération, porté par Terre et Vents des 5 continents

23/02/2026

Music and culture are the keys to unit the world

17/02/2026

Music is the Key to the connection of different cultures in the world

Music is more than a song, it’s a lifeline. 🎶🌍

At Playing For Change Foundation, we believe music and culture are powerful forces that unite communities and create real solutions to the world’s greatest challenges. Since 2007, we’ve worked alongside inspiring local leaders in marginalized communities across the globe, turning cultural wealth into educational and social opportunity for youth who deserve it most.

Through music and arts education, we create safe spaces, cross-cultural connections, and pathways to sustainable change.

✨ When you donate, you’re not just supporting a program, you’re empowering a generation.

Join us in building a more connected, compassionate world.
🎵 Give today. Be part of the change.
www.playingforchange.org/donate

10/02/2026

Percussion class at Ecole de Musique de Kirina, keeping the tradition ALIVE!

Playing For Change Foundation

09/02/2026

Cila Rocha, the young Brazilian lady is still with us. We are sharing our cultural backgrounds with each other. We learnt much of the Brazilian culture from her and she learnt a lot of the Malian ones from us.
We are planning to building a cultural bridge between Ecole de Musique de Kirina and Brazil
Music is the key to the connection
Thanks a lot Playing for Change Foundation and all the partners

30/10/2025

Music is the Key to the kids personal growth and the improvement of their learning skills
We are Playing For Change

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🎶 did you know? Exposure to music can reduce stress and anxiety in children, promoting overall well-being.

📚 Source: Humanium

06/09/2025

Hi all,
We are very sad to let you know about the death of Kalilou Kouyate, one of our first balafon students in Kirina today.
Kalilou Kouyate started to attend our program since its opening in 2010. We would like you all to join us and pray for him to rest in peace.
You will be always missed Kalilou

28/08/2025

We can see this with our own eyes here in Kirina. The students who attend regularly Ecole de Musique de Kirina are definitely among the best students at the public school of Kirina.

Music is the Key

🎶 Did you know?

Learning to play an instrument rewires the brain, increasing the size of the corpus callosum (the bridge between the brain’s hemispheres) by up to 25% in children. 🧠✨

This enhanced connectivity improves problem-solving, memory, and emotional regulation, skills that last a lifetime.

24/08/2025

Music is the Key

African Strings is an album showcasing the richness and diversity of stringed instruments spanning five countries on the continent. These range from traditional instruments that have been played and preserved for centuries, to modern electric guitar sounds that are unique to the Sahara Desert. All o...

12/08/2025

L’École de Musique de Kirina believes in the power of music to change lives.

We use music as a tool for cultural preservation, education, and community development. Since 2010, we’re working with incredible musicians, teachers, and community members to ignite positive change and keep alive cultural knowledge that traces back centuries.

Thank you for your support!

Learn more at www.playingforchange.org/ecole-de-musique-de-kirina