Jaliba Kuyateh and The Kumareh Band June 29, 2012

Jaliba Kuyateh is widely regarded as Gambia's greatest master of the Kora - one of Africa's most beautiful and complex instruments. With a wonderful sound - loosely resembling that of a harp - it features 21 strings (traditionally played with both hands in a style similar to flamenco and delta blues guitar techniques) - its joyous and hypnotic sound is the signature of many West African musics. Performing here with the Kumerah Band, this is an unmissable night in the company of one of West Africa's most admired artists.

Presented by Band on the Wall in association with We Face Forward - a season of contemporary art and music from West Africa, celebrated across Manchester as part of the London 2012 Festival www.wefaceforward.org

Official Website: http://crd.fm/vH