Handmade in Africa - Senegalese Craftsman Makes Traditional Kora Musical Instrument from Scratch

Seydou Kane, a master instrument-maker working in Dakar, Senegal, makes a traditional goatskin kora from scratch. Koras carry huge cultural and historical significance across West Africa, and the ancient music of the 'griot' Kora masters lies at the root of much Western contemporary popular music today. Episode Two of Handmade in Africa (2020) Produced by Clearstory Productions for BBC 4 Shot and Directed by Tom Harrad All Copyright belongs to the BBC Series website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000... Statement from film-maker Tom Harrad: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/arti...