750K views · 24K reactions | Sona Jobarteh is the first female virtuoso player of the kora, a traditional African instrument. Now one of the world's foremost kora players, her mastery is made more remarkable when considering how complex the instrument is. https://cbsn.ws/3AheyTQ | 60 Minutes | Facebook

The kora, with its 21 strings, weaves the stories of a people and a land, each note a bridge between the past and the present, echoing the soul of West Africa through its timeless melodies. Video Credit: @horsnorme4real (Instagram) #africamatters #africa #westafricamusic #koramusic #music #instrumentals #africa #viral #reels #tuesday #musically | Africa Matters

The kora is described as a cross between a harp, lute and guitar. It's part of a musical tradition passed down exclusively from father to son in a special set of families in West Africa. Sunday, Lesley Stahl speaks with Sona Jobarteh the first female virtuoso player. https://cbsn.ws/3hxkpxS | 60 Minutes

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The kora is a stringed instrument used extensively in West Africa. A kora typically has 21 strings, which are played by plucking with the fingers. It combines features of the lute and harp. 🇲🇱🇸🇳🇬🇳🇬🇲🇬🇼 🎥 @visualsbyponzio 🤴🏿 @moussa9083 #OhAfrika #PocaTribe | Oh Afrika

2.7K views · 39 reactions | Exploring the sounds of the kora, a 21-stringed West African instrument with deep cultural roots. Played by griots, it tells stories of tradition and history ✨歹 Credit @mamidiarraofficiel | We Are Africa | Facebook