Barbara B. Smith World Series Presents | Sona Jobarteh

Internationally renowned kora player Sona Jobarteh grew up steeped in West African musical tradition. Born into one of Gambia’s foremost griot families, she broke the mold by becoming the first female kora player ever to perform professionally. Known for “blending traditional music, blues, and Afropop to impressive effect,” and for her “virtuoso musicianship, charming stories and intriguing ideas” (The Guardian), Sona Jobarteh brings her singular sensibilities to Eastman in what promises to be an enthralling debut.