About this episode
This episode celebrates the life and music of Toumani Diabaté, a renowned kora player who passed away shortly before his 59th birthday.
Toumani Diabaté, the most celebrated kora player of his time, passed away in July, 2024, just days before his 59thbirthday. Afropop Worldwide was blessed to call Toumani a friend for over 30 years and to interview him some 15 times, often at his home in Bamako, Mali. In this episode we celebrate a life of massive virtuosity, creativity and innovation. Toumani overcame daunting obstacles and extended the global reach of this venerable West African harp as no one else has ever done. We hear the voice and music of Toumani at many points in his storied career, along with commentary from his longtime producer and friend, Lucy Durán. Produced by Banning Eyre. APWW #879
People in this episode
Host: Afropop Worldwide
Topics covered
- Toumani Diabaté
- kora music
- West African music
- musical innovation
- celebration of life
Keywords
- Toumani Diabaté
- kora
- Afropop Worldwide
- music
- Bamako
- West Africa
- musical virtuosity
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Bamako
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