Diali Cissokho
Griot Korist, Percussionist, & Songwriter
Drum Classes & Educational Programs
"Diali shared the joy of music through the drums...His music is contagious; it makes you want to pick up a drum and join him or kick up your heels to the lively rhythms."
- Christene Vaughn, Music Teacher
Current Class Schedule
Sundays 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Contact for details (dialicissokhomusic@gmail.com)
No experience necessary. Drums provided. All levels welcome! If you are interested in joining a beginner or intermediate class, negotiating a new class, or arranging private lessons, please contact.
Educational Programs
Diali offers assemblies, workshops, residencies, and cultural arts presentations for students of all ages, including school aged children and youth, university students, and life long learners in our community. Contact us using the contact tab above to tailor and schedule a program for your school or community event.
Diali is currently a featured artist in the CAPS (Creative Arts in Public and Private Schools) Program offered through the Durham Arts Council. If you're interested in more information about the CAPS program contact Shana Adams, CAPS manager, at sadams@durhamarts.org, or check out the CAPS website here!
Drum Repairs
Diali repairs, reheads, tunes, and maintains djembes. Please contact him with the size of your drum and the nature of repairs needed for a quote. He can repair your drum for your, or teach you how to keep it tuned and well maintained on your own!