Renowned pianist and composer Amina Figarova pairs her stellar sextet with the Matsiko World Orphan Choir, an ensemble of orphaned and at-risk children from war-ravaged Liberia. Together, they will premiere music from their new recording, “Suite for Africa,” which some critics call Amina’s most significant work to date. Created under the auspices of the educational organization Matsiko Children International, the World Orphan Choir uses music in its mission to turn “the pain of loss, hunger, and hopelessness into personal empowerment.” The choir has performed at the White House under three different administrations, at the Rose Bowl and several major league sports stadiums across the US, and at Disneyland and Disney World. MCG Jazz is honored to present this important collaboration.