Yé Lassina Coulibaly

Yé Lassina Coulibaly is a Burkinabé musician, composer, performer, and music therapist, born in 1966 in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso. He is known for his work with the ensemble Yan Kadi Faso, which focuses on contemporary Afro-jazz. Coulibaly has released several albums, including "Musiques Du Burkina Faso & Du Mali," "Burkina Faso - Mali: Musiques Actuelles," "Djembé," "Bamanankan," and "Burkina Faso: Farafina Djembe." He has also collaborated with André Serre-Milan on projects like "IDO attitude" and "Duo Frissonore." In addition to his musical career, Coulibaly is involved in musicothérapie and has been recognized with the Chevalier de l'ordre du Mérite des lettres et de la Communication du Burkina Faso for his contributions to music and dance.

Coulibaly's music often reflects his cultural heritage, drawing from the rich traditions of the Bamanan civilization. His work combines elements of sound, rhythm, melody, movement, and harmony to create a unique form of expression that resonates with his audience. In 2023, he published a book on musicothérapie, further highlighting his commitment to the therapeutic aspects of music. Through his music and writings, Coulibaly aims to promote peace and understanding, reflecting the deep cultural significance of music in his community.

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