Nigerian Saxophonist Dayo Sax To Blend African, Western Sounds At UK Concert

Nigerian-born saxophonist Samuel Ogundapo, popularly known as Dayo Sax, is set to stage a concert in Bradford, United Kingdom, aimed at blending African musical traditions with Western influences.

The concert, tagged A Thousand Sound, is scheduled for Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 1pm to 5pm at Theatre in the Mill, University of Bradford.

Ogundapo said the event would use live music to celebrate African heritage and promote cultural exchange among people from different backgrounds.

The saxophonist, who is based in the United Kingdom, draws on his Nigerian roots and experiences abroad to combine African melodies with jazz improvisation and contemporary musical styles.

The concert is expected to feature live performances highlighting the intersection of African and Western sounds, while reflecting Bradford’s multicultural identity.

The event is being organised in collaboration with CHAC CIC and Theatre in the Mill, an arts venue at the University of Bradford.

According to the organisers, the concert is intended to create an avenue for audiences to engage with different musical traditions and encourage connections between communities through artistic expression.

Members of the public and music enthusiasts have been invited to attend the event.