West African Kora

Key information

Date
Time
10:00 am to 5:30 pm
Venue
SOAS University of London
Room
TBC

About this event

Enjoy a captivating 1-day Kora course with Kadialy Kouyate.

The Mandinka kora is a unique instrument with 21 strings that classy people play. Although it sounds like a mix of lute and harp, its intricate playing style is closer to flamenco guitar.

About Kadialy

Kadialy Kouyate comes from the south of Senegal and belongs to the great line of Kouyate griots. He is a gifted performer but also highly regarded as a teacher, regularly teaching under- and postgraduate courses at SOAS.

Course Fee: £55 (Concessions £48)