Ballaké Sissoko Somerville Tickets - Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre

Ballaké Sissoko and Derek Gripper

Mar 27, 2024 at 7:30 PM · Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre, Somerville, MA Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre, Somerville, MA

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Derek Gripper

3 concerts

Derek Gripper, born in South Africa, is known for transcribing Malian compositions for guitar. His album "One Night on Earth" blends Western classical with West African traditions.

Ballaké Sissoko

2 concerts

Malian kora master Ballaké Sissoko is known for his innovative style and global collaborations. Rising to fame with Toumani Diabaté on 1999's "New Ancient Strings," he formed the group 3MA and frequently partnered with cellist Vincent Ségal. Notable albums include "Musique de Nuit" and "Les Egarés." Sissoko's diverse collaborations span genres from rock to classical, with artists like Ludovico Einaudi and Rokia Traoré.

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