Griots are West Africa's living history books
Griots, West Africa's revered oral historians, rhythmically preserve ancient epics and cultural wisdom through mesmerizing musical performances, influencing global music genres.
Griots are traditional West African oral historians and musicians who rhythmically recite their communities' past. These skilled performers, found in countries like Mali and Senegal, are living repositories of genealogies, legends, and historical events. They use instruments like the kora (a 21-stringed harp-lute) or the balafon (a wooden xylophone) to accompany their dynamic performances.
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