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Discover a world of music from Africa to Texas
 Cora Connection DFW
Recently relocated from the New England area, Dave is now living in Fort Worth, Texas, where he is introducing the kora to new audiences and musicians in the Metroplex.

 Martin McCall: Congas & Percussion  David Gilden: Kora  Brady Mosher: Guitar

Cora Connection is a trio of musicians that blend all of the world's music in to one. This trio's name comes from the kora, a 21 string harp found throughout West Africa. Leader, David Gilden has traveled nine times to West Africa to study and document the Mandinka kora. He has performed at Ft. Worth's Main Street Arts Festival and Gallery Night.

Guitarist and composer, Brady Mosher brings a true Texas flavor, having grown up listening to and playing country music and R&B. His exquisite guitar playing has been featured in the studio and on stage.

Percussionist and drummer, Martin McCall has played his own style of drumming for over 2 decades here in the DFW area. He plays every imaginable style, from jazz fusion to Japanese Taiko Druming (with Kobushi). Currently he plays in the Irish group, Brothers 3 and several other local bands.

David Gilden's Cora Connection has performed at a wide variety of events including festivals, clubs, parties and coffee houses. He also offer unique educational programs appropriate for students ranging from elementary through college levels.

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"The guitar blends effortlessly into the traditional African folk music that is played on the kora. Of course the Tex-Mex blues element never disappears..."
Brady 'Mojine' Mosher

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