Jali Bakary Konteh

About Jali Bakary Konteh

Jali Bakary Konteh is the son of Dembo Konte and Alhaji Bai Konte's grandson, two of the best known Gambian kora players ever.
Like his forefathers, his exceptional talent gives him both flexibility and musical originality Jali Bakary Konteh is a master of traditional Gambian folk songs with the unique and special Gambian line, which is not heard much these days, because most internationally known Kora players have not learned Kora in the traditional way, surrounded by musicians on a family compound in Africa. He likes to add his own modern twists and improvisation to his arrangements, which gives his music a fresh but familiar feel.
As a Griot, Jali Bakary Konteh is also a teacher of music and Griot culture, and an historian, he weaves all these talents into his performance to make it a spellbinding, satisfying and fulfilling experience.