In the Heart of the Moon is a 2005 record by Malian musicians Ali Farka Touré on the guitar and providing vocals and Toumani Diabaté on the kora.

[7][8] It is the first in a three-part series released on World Circuit Records entitled "The Hotel Mandé Sessions" followed by Savane and Boulevard de l'Independence.

It was awarded a gold certification from the Independent Music Companies Association which indicated sales of at least 100,000 copies throughout Europe.

[10] * Traditional arrangement The fourth track on the album, Monsieur le Maire de Niafunké, was dedicated to Touré by Diabaté to congratulate the fact that shortly before the album was recorded Touré was made mayor of Niafunké.

Additionally, Diabaté wanted to express his appreciation for Touré, from whom he had learned a great deal.