Lansine Kouyate, Sissokho Yakhouba - Mali: Kora and Balafon
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Artist: Lansine Kouyate, Sissokho YakhoubaEdition: Music CD
CD Release Date: 2006-04-11
Music Label: Playasound
Soundtracks:
- Kaffo
- Bimba
- Fakoli
- Mamadou
- Aida
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Free Music Review: Kora + Balafon = Sheer audio bliss
Hit: 5 Stars
I bought this recording on a whim and have never regretted it. It consists entirely of instrumental tracks, duets between Sissoko's kora (21-stringed harp) and Kouyate's balafon (marimba). Usually I find instrumentals featuring either kora or balafon to be rather dry and not always inspiring. In this case, however, not only are the players incredibly gifted, but they have an unparalleled ability to listen to each other and blend the sounds of their instruments easily together. Sometimes one comes to the melodic fore while the other provides accompaniment; sometimes they intertwine their intricate melodies with intense energy. The final product is a beautiful work of art, and Sissokho and Kouyate deserve far more recognition than they've had for producing such masterful music.
Mali: Kora and Balafon Poster
The kora, a 21-string plucked harp-lute, is the most typical instrument of professional musicians of the Manding linguistic and cultural family. On this album, Sissokho Yakhouba's kora combines with Lansine Kouyate's lively balafon (xylophone) for a harmonious and peaceful journey into African tradition!International Music CDs
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