Described as a cross between a harp, a lute, and a guitar, the kora is part of a musical tradition that dates back to the 13th century Mali Empire, which stretched across much of West Africa. The kora is a unique harp-like instrument from West Africa, played by griots. Its 21 strings and cowhide-covered resonator produce enchanting sounds, and it's often used for storytelling and historical narratives. Contemporary artists have recently incorporated the kora into various genres, creating a fusio
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Master kora player Yacouba Diabaté performing the beautiful West African song “Alla-Lakait” on Harp-lute (kora) in Boston. This kora was handmade by Idrissa Coulibay in Bamako, Mali. Video via Museum of Fine Arts, Boston | African Drumming
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The Kora isn't just an instrument-it's a portal to history. Played for centuries by West African griots, this 21-string harp-lute weaves intricate, flowing melodies with both hands working in perfect polyrhythmic harmony. Traditionally tuned with rawhide rings, modern koras often use guitar-style machine heads for precision. Some say the first kora belonged to a mystical river spirit before being passed to musicians. From Mali to the world, it now bridges tradition with jazz, classical, and even
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Sona Jobarteh is the first female virtuoso player of the kora, a traditional African instrument. Now one of the world's foremost kora players, her mastery is made more remarkable when considering how complex the instrument is. https://cbsn.ws/3AheyTQ | 60 Minutes
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KORA🌍❤️ 🇲🇱 🇸🇳 🇬🇲 The kora is a traditional West African stringed instrument, commonly associated with the Manding peoples of countries like Mali, Senegal, and Gambia. It combines features of both a harp and a lute. The kora has a large gourd body with a long neck and 21 strings that are typically made from fishing line. The strings are arranged in two parallel rows, and the instrument is played by plucking the strings with the fingers. The kora produces a rich, resonant sound and is often
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