El Hadj Djeli Sory Kouyate - Hassiminka

El Hadj Djeli Sory Kouyate
Song Name: Hassiminka
By: El Hadj Djeli Sory Kouyate
Country: Guinea
Song Local Name: Not available
Album: Guinée : Anthologie Du Balafon Mandingue, Vol. 1
Link to buy: Discogs
Genre: folk music of Guinea , traditional music of Guinea , balafon
Date Added: 19 Jun 2017
John Koroma
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Possibly the world's greatest balafon player, El Hadj Djely Sory Kouyate didn't record his first album, Anthologie du Balafon Mandigue, Vol. 1, until he had reached his 73rd birthday. Despite his age, the album showcased his virtuosic playing and imaginative melodies.

Song: Hassiminka
Artist: El Hadj Djeli Sory Kouyate
Album: Guinée : Anthologie Du Balafon Mandingue, Vol. 1

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