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Available to perform a full concert as a soloist or with the Balla Kouyate Band. As a soloist, Balla plays multiple instruments, including the balafon and the calabash, and uses a looper to create a full band sound. High-energy, melodic and percussive World Music/Afro-Pop Performance with traditional, African instruments and singing. Acoustic Trio and Duos upon request. Lecture/Demonstrations and Residencies. Role of the Djeli (Griot) in Mandé Music - the Sosso bala (Kouyaté family instrument and legacy - 800 year-old UNESCO-protected cultural artifact) - traditional instruments and their history - Pentatonic vs. Diatonic music - audience participation (instruments, song and dance). Please call to discuss other options for lectures.
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Performing Group
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Commercial / For profit - Corporation
Year Founded:
1990
Institution/Business Type:
Performing Group
Legal Status:
Commercial / For profit - Corporation
Year Founded:
1990
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Music - Ethnic / WorldAdditional Disciplines:
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$500 - $5,000Teaching Settings:
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$500 - $5,000NEST Eligible Artist
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$500 - $10,000State of Residence:
MassachusettsMinimum Number of Performers:
1Maximum Number of Performers:
6