Kora Melodies from the Republic of the Gambia, West Africa

Alhaji Bai Konte

Release Date: 01 Jan 1973
Label: ROUNDER
Genre: POP & ROCK

CAT # 11661-5001-2

1. Alla l'aa ke 5:35

2. Cewe lenkele wecho 2:08

3. Cedo 6:06

4. Kelefa ba 2:09

5. Baa to toto 4:52

6. Jato 6:19

7. Alhaji Bamba Bojang 2:57

8. Fayunkunko 2:32

9. Dalua 4:23

10. Jula Jekere 5:02

11. Tara 6:51

12. Jato 5:34

13. Tuning Kora

14. Simbomba 15:54

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Bai Konte is a virtuoso performer on the kora, the 21-stringed African harp. He gets a sweet sound from the harp, and the flowing chords, shifting rhythmic patterns, and spirited runs create a quiet, meditative atmosphere. Since its release in 1973, this album's gentle, transcendant charms have captivated thousands of listeners -- you don't have to be an African music fan to love it.

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