Derek Gripper: Miniyamba - Toumani Diabaté / Sidiki Diabaté

The astonishing South African guitarist Derek Gripper transcribes works for the 21-string West African kora to six-string guitar. His 2012 album One Night on Earth: Music for the Strings of Mali has been extolled for its “depthless beauty” and “dream-like improvisatory nature.” Gripper’s studies of Indian music, Brazilian music, and the works of Steve Reich have colored his recordings and performances, and redefined the sound of South African guitar music.

[@mothibiphosa3664]

Indeed, imagine taking a 21-string West Afrikan classic and reducing it to a six-string guitar rendition with such aplomb and magnificence. Derek Gripper, you're really a phenomenal artist, and I'm glad I've witnessed your virtuosity live when you recently performed with Ballake Sissoko in Johannesburg!

[@irenelopezdecastro5795]

Wonderful version. You play it so well. I love the kora version and this is amazing too. Deep feelings. Congratulations ans thanks a lot.

[@souleymanedjire5746]

j'ai pas de mot pour qualifier ce genie, excellent !!! walay !!!

[@evazamonteiro2871]

Masha allah magnifique d’habitude on entend ce mélodie avec le kora 🙌 super 👍

[@djibrilseck2432]

Congratuations. From Dakar, SÉNÉGAL

[@feejsf]

Absolutely fantastic -- next one on the list!