Jazz Protege Kaidi Akinnibi on the power of local venues

Kaidi Akinnibi is a London-based musician whose work spans composition, production, and performance. In this short documentary, filmed in Wandsworth, he talks through his early experiences with music—from learning piano at school to discovering the saxophone and developing his sound across jazz and hip hop. The film also highlights Kaidi’s involvement with World Heartbeat, a community music space in Nine Elms. Originally introduced to the venue as a student, he now runs masterclasses for young musicians, offering practical guidance on technique, performance, and building a career in music. Set against the backdrop of a changing local area, the documentary offers a snapshot of creative work happening in community-led spaces. It focuses on how places like Heartbeat support emerging talent and create opportunities for people to connect through shared interests. Straightforward and reflective, this film captures how one musician’s journey continues to evolve—and how it intersects with wider efforts to make music more accessible in London.

Produced by Chocolate Films

This film was created and produced by the team at the South London video production company Chocolate Films. For more information just visit www.chocolatefilms.com