Learn the history of the kora, how it is built, who typically plays it and the types of events at which it is often utilized.
Sean Gaskell features songs on the kora - a 21-stringed West African harp. The kora is traditionally played by oral historians known as Griots. Many songs featured on the kora preserve an 800 year history dating back to the founding of the Mande empire. Learn the history of the kora, how it is built, who typically plays it and the types of events at which it is often utilized.
Gaskell studied under the extensive instruction of Moriba Kuyateh and the late Malamini Jobarteh in Gambia, and both Youssoupha Cissokho and Mamadou Cissokho in Senegal. He will also share some personal experiences while studying in West Africa and being hosted by the family of his teachers
Open to Adults and children ages 10 & up. Registration is not required but space is limited to 45 seats. Please plan to arrive on time, as attendance in the program will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information on Sean Gaskell, please visit his website https://www.seangaskell.com/
