Koni Coumare was a renowned Malian vocalist, known for her contributions to Bambara folklore music. She frequently collaborated with her husband, Fotiqui Diabate, a skilled guitarist. Together, they created authentic recordings that captured the essence of traditional Malian music, blending her powerful vocals with his mastery of the ngoni (a traditional string instrument). Their joint work is exemplified in albums like Folklore Bambara (1974), which highlighted their deep connection to Mali’s cultural heritage
Koni Coumare
