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CHAMINUKA: MUSIC OF ZIMBABWE
Dumisani Maraire
This recording is a mixture of contemporary and traditional music from Zimbabwe. In addition to traditional Mbira tunes, this album also highlights three marimba pieces performed by Dumisani and Minanzi III. This pulsating music is played on seven sets of wooden marimbas, with shakers, drums and vocals.

AFRICAN ODYSSEY VOLUME 2
Various Artists

African Odyssey takes an exciting journey through the traditional sounds of East, West and Southern Africa. Artists are Dumisani Maraire (mbira, voice - Zimbabwe); Djimo Kouyate (kora, vocals - Senegal); and Seleshe Damessae (krar, vocals - Ethiopia). The music styles from these areas are distinct, and each has its own special allure. Together they create a blend of music that reflects ancient legacies from across the African continent. (MOW 119)

TABARA: GAMBIAN KORA MUSIC
Amadu Bansang Jobarteh
Amadu Bansang Jaborteh embodies the wisdom of a grand master, and is one of the oldest and most respected kora players of our time. The kora is a 21-stringed harp from West Africa, and this recording features eight tracks of traditional melodies played on kora, with occasional vocals. (MOW 129)

I REMEMBER: JUJU MUSIC FROM NIGERIA
I.K. Dairo And His Blue Spots
For many years, I.K. Dairo has been a motivating force in the music of Nigeria and has made a lasting impression on musicians from that country and from other parts of Africa. On this recording "the father of Juju" reunited with the Blue Spots after a 15 year break - the result is an inspired and invigorating set. (MOW 210)