The Kora Player III

This stunning surreal painting is of an African musician playing a traditional musical instrument in Central Africa is 3 feet square and powerful.

This painting is a beautiful and evocative work of art that captures the beauty and power of African music. The musician is surrounded by a swirling vortex of blue, which seems to be emanating from the instrument itself. It is sure to inspire and uplift all who see it. It is a perfect addition to any home or office, and it is sure to bring joy to anyone who sees it.

The kora is a string instrument used extensively in West Africa. A kora typically has 21 strings, which are played by plucking with the fingers. It combines features of the lute and harp. It is a very versatile instrument that can be used to play a variety of music, from traditional African music to modern jazz. The kora is also a very important part of African culture, and it is often used to accompany storytelling and other forms of oral tradition.

The Kora Player III is a powerful and moving depiction of the power of music. It shows us that music can transport us to other worlds, and that it can connect us to something larger than ourselves.

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The Monks Who Took the Kora to Church ⇒

Sixty years ago, a Senegalese monastery gave up the organ for the kora, a traditional calabash harp. The monks’ innovations brought the instrument to the world stage—and transformed sacred music. See article at New Yorker magazine ⇒