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Sona Jobarteh

World Music, Traditional Mandinka, African

Burlington, Vermont

Sona Jobarteh is a Gambian musician and vocalist who specializes in playing the kora, a traditional West African stringed instrument. She performs traditional Mandinka music and has toured internationally at theaters and music venues.
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Upcoming Shows (1)

"AN EVENING WITH SONA JOBARTEH"
Wed, Mar 24, 20277:30 PM
Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech — Blacksburg, VA

The first professional female kora virtuoso, Sona Jobarteh and her band blend intricate kora playing, expressive vocals, and buoyant rhythms.

Venues

Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech — Blacksburg, VA