IBRAHIMA ‘IBRO’ DIOUBATE

Traditional West African Percussionist (Guinea Conakry)

Ibrahima is an African Yeli, and is internationally celebrated for his supreme artistry and mastery of his craft. Anyone who has heard and seen Ibro perform knows they have witnessed something incredible and unique! He is the best of the best!!

A Yeli is a ‘living archive’ of the African people's traditions. A Yeli learns traditional music and dance from their parents and elders and are recognized as storytellers and keepers of knowledge that has been passed down through countless generations.

As a member of AfricaNashville, Ibro has performed/recorded with global musical legends such as Victor Wooten, Cory Wong, Nate Smith, Jeff Coffin, Rakalam Bob Moses, Moussa "Bolokada" Conde, Tony Hall, Danny Gottlieb, Daru Jones, Leo Genovese, and many others.

3 or 6 lesson packages, as well as workshops in West African percussion & dance, are available by contacting AfricaNashville@gmail.com

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Testimonials:

My little brother Ibro…I love him! Thank you Ibro! - Bolokada Conde (Master West African Drummer)

Having Ibro Dioubate here in Nashville has opened the opportunity to learn and keep developing my technique and the general knowledge of West African music and the Malinke culture. The classes are taught in a way that anybody can participate regardless of their skill level and experience playing djembe or dunun. - Carlos Duran (Director of West African Music Ensemble, University School of Nashville)

I have had the pleasure of learning from the amazing Ibro Dioubate. He is kind, patient and has a wealth of knowledge that he generously shares with his Nashville community. We are lucky to have such a master in the drum and dance community, not only for advanced drummers like myself, but students from all backgrounds to learn the incredible rhythms of Guinea, West Africa.
- Sarah Budeski (Percussionist with 18 years of traditional West African, folk, and bluegrass drumming experience)

Ibro’s mastery of playing and teaching knows no boundaries! - Jeff Coffin (Dave Matthews Band)