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Mamady Keïta

Mamady Keïta (1950–2021) was a musician, percussionist and drummer.

Mamady Keïta

Mamady Keïta is a master drummer from the West African nation of Guinea. He specializes in the goblet-shaped hand drum called djembe.

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Born
1950 · Balandougou.
Died
2021 · Brussels.
Nationality
Guinea
Occupation
musician · percussionist · drummer
Languages
French

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  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Archives and collections
  3. 03Notes, references and evidence

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