Guest Artists

Integral to Forè-Foté, these extraordinary artists often work recording, performing, and/or instructing for us while managing their own successful careers

Prince Diabaté is a Griot, or keeper of the oral tradition in Guinea, and one of the world's premier Kora players and singers. He has been featured on several Fonti Musicali releases and has toured the world over. Sometimes referred to as the "Jimmy Hendrix of the Kora ", Prince is not only an amazing musician, but an incredible performer and truly one of Guinea's and the world's most treasured talents. Prince can be heard on the new "Wonbéré" CD and often performs with Forè-Foté at larger shows.

Check out Prince's new website at http://www.princediabate.com


Nikola Clay is a music and dance specialist in the San Diego area and creator of "Global Child", multicultural enrichment programs which provide workshops and assemblies for children of all ages. Her field of expertise is West African Dance. Nikola has trained with many great artists in the U.S. and Europe including members of Les Ballets Africains. Her primary teacher since 1992 has been dancer Abdoulaye Camara of Guinea, West Africa. Nikola conducts ongoing workshops in West African Dance in the southern California area and has also led workshops in other U.S. cities. Recently, Nikola co-produced with Jason Hann a CD of West African rhythms entitled, "Guinée Fare".

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