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Ablaye Cissoko
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Ablaye Cissoko, born Kimintang Mahamadou Cissoko into a Griot family in Senegal, is a celebrated musician, singer, and kora virtuoso. His musical journey began at age 12, leading him to the Conservatoire of Music in Dakar. Cissoko's talent has graced stages worldwide, with performances spanning Portugal, France, and Belgium. Notably, he collaborated with trumpeter Volker Goetze, resulting in three acclaimed albums, including "Amanké Dionti" (2012) and "Djaliya" (2014). "Sira" (2008) from this collaboration even reached the top 10 on the world music radio charts. Cissoko also explored traditional Persian music in collaboration with the Constantinople ensemble. His commitment to preserving the Kora tradition is depicted in the 2011 documentary "Griot," where he envisions a cultural center for educating children about their heritage.
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