The kora (Manding languages: ߞߐߙߊ kɔra [1]) is a stringed instrument used extensively in West Africa. [2] A kora typically has 21 strings, which are played by plucking with the fingers. It has features of the lute and harp.

2024年2月5日 · Ethnomusicologist Eric Parry explores the history and influence of the kora, an ancient instrument that’s a UNESCO site of intangible cultural heritage, as a new documentary follows award-winning musician Ballaké Sissoko tracing the origins of the instrument that would become his destiny.

2024年11月21日 · The kora, a 21-stringed instrument, holds a significant place in West African musical traditions, particularly among the Mandinka people. The kora combines elements of both harp and lute, producing a unique sound that has captivated audiences worldwide.

Kora, long-necked harp lute of the Malinke people of western Africa. The instrument’s body is composed of a long hardwood neck that passes through a calabash gourd resonator, itself covered by a leather soundboard.

2024年10月24日 · The African Kora, a captivating instrument with ancient roots, holds a place of honor in West African musical traditions. Its unique sound, resembling a blend of harp and lute, has captivated audiences for centuries, carrying stories, histories, and emotions through its enchanting melodies.

2023年11月9日 · Like generations before him, he plays the kora, a unique kind of harp that’s indigenous to the western African savannah. It has 21 strings and is played with four fingers. And it can create...

3 天之前 · The kora musical instrument is the African lute from the coast of West African. This special instrument belong to the chordophone family. It’s so much related to Harp and Lute but not the same as both.

2022年11月13日 · Sona Jobarteh is the first female virtuoso player of the kora, a traditional African instrument. Now one of the world's foremost kora players, her mastery is made more remarkable when considering...

2024年2月29日 · The kora is a traditional West African instrument, primarily found in countries like Mali, Senegal, and Guinea. A kora typically weighs between 4 to 7 kilograms (9 to 15 pounds), making it relatively light for its size.

2024年12月7日 · African Kora Music has captivated audiences worldwide for centuries. This unique instrument, a 21-stringed bridge-harp, produces a mesmerizing sound that blends West African traditions with a touch of modernity.