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Eastman Presents: Sona Jobarteh: Kora Trailblazer

Eastman Presents: Sona Jobarteh: Kora Trailblazer

Eastman School of Music

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Internationally renowned kora player Sona Jobarteh grew up steeped in West African musical tradition. Born into one of Gambia’s foremost griot families, she broke the mold by becoming the first female kora player ever to perform professionally. Known for “blending traditional music, blues, and Afropop to impressive effect,” and for her “virtuoso musicianship, charming stories and intriguing ideas” (The Guardian), Sona Jobarteh brings her singula...

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Sona Jobarteh

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Eastman School of Music

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1 dates (21 Mar - 21 Mar)

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21

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3:00 pm

University of Rochester

Rochester, United States

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