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Outta Africa: Griots, or “jali”, are West Africa’s revered oral historians, poets, and musicians who have been entrusted for centuries with preserving the histories and traditions of their people. Often born into this role, griots are responsible for safeguarding the genealogies, legends, and cultural memories of communities, passing them down through performance. Central to their art is the *kora*, a 21-stringed lute-bridge harp made from a large calabash. The kora’s unique, resonant sound i... Mali Africa, Poetry Music, Vibe Tribe, Human Voice, Digital Art Beginner, African Fashion Traditional, Art Research, African Music, Generation To Generation

Outta Africa: Griots, or “jali”, are West Africa’s revered oral historians, poets, and musicians who have been entrusted for centuries with preserving the histories and traditions of their people. Often born into this role, griots are responsible for safeguarding the genealogies, legends, and cultural memories of communities, passing them down through performance. Central to their art is the *kora*, a 21-stringed lute-bridge harp made from a large calabash. The kora’s unique, resonant sound…

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