Composer, Singer of African and World Music

Born in Dakar, Senegal, singer and composer Alioune Guisse grew up in a family of African dancers and musicians.  Alioune sings and composes contemporary and traditional African music in his native language of Wolof Fula, as well as, English and French.  Alioune attended the Senegalese National School of the Arts majoring in African music.

In 1996, Alioune formed his first band, Tim Timol playing traditional African music fused with Hip Hop and Rap.  With Tim Timol, Alioune toured West Africa and Europe sponsored by the Belgian International Center for youth.  In 2000, Alioune relocated to New York, USA where he joined the traditional West African Dance and Music company called Maimouna Keita.  Alioune taught African music and songs for the company.