MIM: Grammy winner Toumani Diabaté is a performer of truly exceptional virtuosity and creativity - he shows that the kora, a unique 21-string harp, can rival the world's greatest instruments.
What a unique instrument!! Mr Diabaté was a very unique concert, and my first exposure to the kora. He demonstrated how he played the guitar/harp instrument with only his thumbs and index fingers and yet it sounded like a full ensemble. In total, he played only 4 songs - each about 20 minutes a piece and each primarily his improvisation. The melodies were very soothing. It was a lovely, calming mid-week show.
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