Sory Diabate

Originally from Bamako, Mali, Sory Diabate comes from a long line of Djelis (griots). Sory began drumming in the early 80s with Sidiki Camara. In Mali, Sory was a member of Troupe Pionna, and a principal drummer with Troupe Doumba, Troupe Districte de Bamako and Troupe Sewa. In 1997 he became Assistant Director of Troupe Sewa and traveled extensively throughout Mali, researching in depth the origins of traditional rhythms and dances whose authenticity is preserved in the smaller villages.