Ball of Wax 68 Songs: Kora Karuna – “Kambuche”

Cambuche, according to Kora Karuna and the internet, is a Colombian term for an improvised dwelling. (The Kora Karuna folks are fond of using K’s in lieu of hard C’s.) An array of percussion and flute join in with the eponymous kora to invite us in to this homey little improvisation. A steady beat keeps us grounded and cozy in this musical space, while new sounds and melodies phase in and out, like friends or relatives popping in for a quick chat or a bit to eat, instruments from all over the world sharing space and breaking bread together in comfortable harmony. Even when the beat drops out altogether it’s still there, an invisible pulse holding it all together. “Kambuche,” like any day spent at home with friends or family – full of improvisations, adjustments, side conversations, and unexpected detours – leaves your mind buzzing with fleeting impressions and warm memories, ready for whatever comes next.