Fode S Sissoko

About the Artist

Fode Sissoko is the grandson of the king of the kora, Soundioulou Cissokho, of Senegal. Sissoko, who carries on that ancestral wisdom in Los Angeles, has been playing the kora instrument, and other Mande instruments for over 40 years. He has toured globally with renowned companies including Ballet Bugarabu and with Baba Olatunji. Sissoko also leads kora and drum lessons in L.A.’s Leimert Park and across the city.

Master Fode Sissoko West African jaily. The grandson of the king of the West African harps, the kora. Master Fode Sissoko is African teacher and performer. Between Africa and U.S.A and Europe Fode is all different levels of teaching and multiple talents living in LA California.