Meklit Hadero
Ethiopian-born, San Francisco–based singer-songwriter and Ethio-jazz composer who reimagines Ethiopian folk songs and leads live performances; creator of the album A Piece of Infinity and organizer of immigrant-music projects.
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Jan 23, 2026 • 55min
Meklit Hadero Reimagines Ethiopian Folk Songs: Live in Studio
Meklit Hadero, an Ethiopian-born, San Francisco–based singer-songwriter and Ethio-jazz composer, reimagines folk songs with modern arrangements. She performs live with her band, explores Ethiopian scales and the krar, and reflects on diaspora, musical continuity, and creating the Immigrant Orchestra. The session blends tradition, jazz influence, and joyful communal singing.
