Dancer Danser | Jigolle Group

A lively traditional performance from the Jigolle Group, bringing together Hausa singing, Gurmi, Kabangu, and the group's tradition of music and dance. 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.