Jazz Articles about Strings Tradition

Strings Tradition: Strings Tradition

by Eyal Hareuveni
March 28, 2008

Binding the ancient but still thriving string tradition of the kora (a 21-string West African harp), the Northern Indian Hindustani tradition of the sitar and the Southern Indian Carnatic tradition of the violin is really a brilliant idea. the debut release of Strings Tradition brings together five versatile and resourceful musicians who, rather than just finding a common musical language, possess a true timbral affinity and intimacy.

New-York-based Malian kora master Mamadou Diabate comes from a ...