Kane Mathis - Musician
Performing on the 21-string Mandinka Harp and
the Turkish Oud, Kane Mathis renders compelling
interpretations of these traditional musics. Years
of study with generous masters have given Kane a
rare opportunity to share these traditions with
other cultures.
Kane began taking trips to The Gambia, West Africa
in 1997 and has continued rigorous study of the Mandinka
Kora. Over the past ten years his performances have
earned him recognition by the Gambian president, The
Gambian minister of culture, and both national television
and radio of The Gambia.
Kanes primary kora teachers are Malamini Jobarteh of
Brikama, The Gambia and Moriba Kouyate of The Gambia.
The Jobarteh family remain one of The Gambias most
important musical legacies. Tata Din din Jobarteh, Pa
Bobo Jobarteh, and Siffai Jobarteh are the families
current most visible exponents touring the world.
Kanes Oud study began with Mutlu Torun of the I.T.U.
conservatory in Istanbul and continued with 5 and a
half years of courses with Oud virtuoso Mnir Nurttin Beken.
For more information about Mr. Mathis, please visit his
website.
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