Introduction
A member of an internationally appreciated Senegalese musician family, Cheick Cissokho has received the traditional "jali" musician's education since an early age. His father Solo Cissokho was among the highest ranked kora-harp virtuosos in the world. The Cissokho family has been dedicated to practicing the art of kora since the 13th century.
In Finland, Cheick is known both as a kora player and a percussionist. He has studied djembe rhythms with the world famous Mamady Keita in Guinea. In addition to performing, Cheick teaches both kora and djembe both privately and in various educational institutions and intensive courses (e.g. University of Arts /Sibelius Academy, Kassandra ry / Kulttuuriyhdistämö Interkult).
Cheick plays in several bands both in Finland and abroad, such as Sila Fato, Maarika & the Frocodiles, Afro Chamber Sakari kukko Music, Mama Africa, Cheick Trio, Badinkunda. During 2024, is new album "Koulouro" will be released.
Technical information
The length of the performance and the technical needs should be discussed case-by-case.