
Tchana | Jigolle Group
Niger
About this recording
A traditional Hausa song performed by the Jigolle Group, featuring the distinctive combination of Gurmi, Kabangu, vocals, and traditional Nigerien musical rhythms. Jigolle is a traditional Nigerien music group from the Hausa cultural tradition. Based in Niamey and led by Soumana Taro, known as Soumana Kokon Gurmi, the group brings together a singer and Gurmi player with a traditional Kabangu talking drum player. With nearly 30 years of musical experience, Soumana Taro and the group have performed across Niger, preserving and promoting traditional Hausa music, singing, and dance.

