Corporate Function•Reviewed on August 19, 2023•From West Springfield, MA
John was highlight of our event. John besides being incredibly talented musician.is a true professional. The moment I heard the first notes form his Kora before booking I knew John would be perfect and exceeded. all of our expectations. I have received so raving comment about John and his music form our guests. i was looking for a unique, emotional, up lifting., and joyful. experience and John more than delivered. I will book John again in the future. Reposting as noticed 4.5 - I would rate John 100 Star if allowed as he elevated our event. to highest level.
Community Event•Reviewed on September 17, 2019•From Stillwater, NY
John is amazing. He takes the time to explain what a Kora is, how he came to play one, and the history of the music he performs. He plays both traditional and original music. It is equally impressive that he makes his own instruments and shares that process with the audience. From relaxing to upbeat, John's music will leave you wanting more.
Corporate Function•Reviewed on December 6, 2017•From Toronto, ON
John is a talented performer who brings the beauty of the Kora to life. He made my event one to remember with the enchanting sounds of this unique instrument. His presence generated curiosity in West African musical tradition and started conversations around diverse forms of musical entertainment. I am so glad that I hired John, as he was so gracious and a pleasure to work with. I look forward to working with him again.
Wedding•Reviewed on September 27, 2016•From Kensington, NH
We hired John for a wedding this September. It was a beautiful day and the music that John provided to our ceremony and reception was exceptional. Many people attending asked me where I found him and commented on how wonderful he played and blended with the ceremony. I will hire him again in an instant, he was prompt, self sufficient in setting up and an overall pleasure to have at our family home for the wedding.
Private Party•Reviewed on August 11, 2016•From Little Compton, RI
John's music was a fabulous enhancement to our party. The kora was beautiful to listen to but also proved to be a great source of conversation among our guests. In addition to playing exquisitely, John was professional and accommodating. We couldn't have been more pleased.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on September 21, 2015•From Clifton Park, NY
I can't express enough how incredibly awesome you made our party!! The sound that comes from the Kora is absolutely beautiful and you play it perfectly!! I wish I could have you here every Sunday morning to play in the background while I make my family breakfast!! Thank you so much for giving us the best musical experience we could ever imagine!! You are such a nice guy, too!! I would recommend mend you a thousand times over and will certainly use you again when the venue arrives!! Thank you, thank you!!