Three veteran performers/composers/recording artists join forces to create an enchanting blend of traditional and original West African melodies and rhythms. The heart of this dynamic and captivating ensemble are the indigenous instruments balafon (marimba), dun-dun (talking drum), and kora (harp), combined with alto flute, ukulele, melodica, djembe, djun-djuns, shekere, bells, tambourine, and vocals. The band's emotional range spans from the delicate and longing to the inspiring and ecstatic, w...
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daniel berkman
The Project: Stringed Instruments from Around the World
The Project explores Arabic, Turkish, Armenian, Eastern European, Celtic, Medieval, and West African music through original compositions and unexpected instrumentation, including tarhu duets.
FEATURING:
Daniel Berkman - kora, percussion
Gary Haggerty - oud, tarhu
Peter Maund - percussion
Sarah Michael - kanun, tarhu
Diana Rowan - harps
ABOUT THE ARTISTS:
Daniel Berkman is a San Francisco-based composer, multi-instrumentalist, accompanist, singer-songwriter, and electronic...
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