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22 July 2024
Five Performances that Highlight Toumani Diabaté’s Greatness
Mali’s “King of Kora” passed away over the weekend, leaving behind his indelible imprint as a prolific creator, willing collaborator, and all-time great performer.
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17 March 2021
Listen to Toumani Diabaté's Neo-Classical Song 'Mamadou Kanda Keita'
The new single blends Diabaté's traditional Malian kora music with the classic sounds of the London Symphony Orchestra.
Music
24 July 2020
Toumani Diabaté & Oumou Sangaré Feature In Béla Fleck's Expansive 'Throw Down Your Heart' Sessions
Béla Fleck explores the roots of the banjo across West Africa.
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08 April 2014
Toumani & Sidiki Diabaté: Father And Son On Their Collaborative Kora LP
Watch kora master Toumani Diabaté & his son Sidiki speak on their griot legacy and upcoming collaborative album.
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01 August 2013
On West African Instrumentation
In this article we dive into the various instruments and sounds of West Africa.
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