Santuri East Africa is a community-focussed music innovation hub based in Nairobi, Kenya.

We exist to bring about a more equitable, authentic  and diverse music industry.




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Kilele is back for 2025!




Watch our new documentary here ︎ This was premiered at Le Guess Who? as a part of the COSMOS Embassies program in Utrecht, Nov 9th, 2024.


 












Award-winning music education in Nairobi 

Studios, Santuri Salon workshop space, gear hire and more 
The region’s first music tech and innovation summit

Artist development, events, bookings and more

Incubating creative enterprises 





What do we do?



︎︎︎We specialize in providing progressive, globally-focussed music education for producers and DJs through the Santuri Electronic Music Academy (SEMA).


︎︎︎We connect artists to knowledge, music technology, production & recording facilities, and cultural dialogues at our Santuri Salon space.
 


︎︎︎We create opportunities for sonic artists through showcase events, residencies and collaborations

︎︎︎We provide an environment that lives our commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion
   
︎︎︎We build partnerships and develop networks globally to support artists and creatives

︎︎︎We host an annual music tech and innovation summit - Kilele

















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East Africa’s music tech and innovation summit is back


The 2nd edition of Kilele will land February 18th to 22nd, 2025. Here’s what you need to know.


Kilele is a space for adventurous music and culture.

With a rich mix of showcases, panels, workshops and installations, Kilele’s purpose is to spark conversations, collaborations and innovations. It’s for musicians, producers, DJs, technologists, activists, academics and anyone interested in the future of East African (and global) music. We bring everyone from international music brands to underground collectives together, and celebrate music and culture in an open and inclusive space. 





 

Programme

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Find out about last edition here. 















When and where is it happening?




February 18th to 22nd 2025 in Nairobi, Kenya.


Most of the events will happen at our homebase, The Mall, in Westlands.

We’re also planning some additional (still secret) locations for special events,
so keep an eye out for the full program.

Tickets on sale now



What’s On?


 

This year we are grouping our programme into distinct thematic areas, which are namely;









After a year marked by ever increasing climate-related crises in Kenya and the world at large, how are artists and the music industry responding and relating to the issues of climate justice?


Our program at Kilele will include a wide range of responses to this question, from community activism within affected neighbourhoods, workshops on sustainability and creative recycling, as well as focussed sessions connecting and listening to the natural world.










“Everything sounds somehow Western—very mechanical, not organic like the rough tones and raw drums I heard growing up in Nairobi. Even as I try to break away from the loops and the 1-2-3-4 drive of these music tools, I always end up back there somehow.” - Slickback

At Kilele 2024 we heard Astrid Bin’s comparison of the musical interfaces (midi controllers etc) with ultra processed food - generic, functional and predictable. This year we are diving into instrument creation from another direction. What can instrument builders learn from local creators, and what forms of hybridity are possible and desirable in the instruments of the future?








Over the past decades community as a concept has been drained of its meaning, co-opted by corporations, governments, state institutions. In our own context around the industry of culture, we paradoxically see the emergence of true social communities that share values, connections, and ways of living, and the unseemly competition for resources, opportunities and recognition.

At Kilele we welcome Sound Communities from outside the mainstream - local, regional and global -  to participate, collaborate, and share their passions, seeking new ways to reject polarization and foster understanding.






PERFORMERS


(click the images to step through the aritsts’ bios / socials)
























 

and more to be announced.



Panels, presentations and workshops by:





 
Mina








Sam Achola / Usanii

Adam Yawe



Mashariki Vibes

Afrikaan Kodo







Tech Workshops:





FL Studio  

Focusrite / Novation  

Ableton

ADAM Audio
Elektron

Orchestral Tools













Instrument Makers Lab



This year we are delighted to debut the Instrument Makers Lab - for the duration of the Summit
we’ll have a space dedicated to the creation of instruments - building, crafting, coding,
programming and recycling - anything goes. We can’t wait to hear what comes out of this,
and will be presenting as much as possible during Kilele week. 









Curators



Over 50% of the Kilele programme is sourced by you, our community. 
We received scores of proposals and pitches from around the world,
from which a mix of talks, performances, panels and installations were selected. 
The full programme will be out in January.

The programme is curated by a collective of artists and cultural practitioners, including; 

Nyokabi Kariũki

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Bernt Isak Wærstad

Santuri Culture




Collaborators:


The Clearing w/ Bizi Bingi, TCHNO, BYT, COSMOS / Le Guess Who?, Kibera Creative Arts (Kica), Mathare Social Justice Center, Creatives Garage, C&, The Mist, Petriole, Unseen Nairobi, and many more! 






Live streaming and sound art from around the festival by Calotropis












Tickets on sale now!








Contact:

kilele@santuri.org










KILELE 2025 OFFICIAL PROGRAMME

















                                           


Sound Communities - Increasing pan-African participation at Kilele 2025






This year we welcome a new partner, the legendary Roskilde Festival, along with their partners Africa Express. Their support for Kilele 2025 is focussed on increasing participation at Kilele from across the continent. Thanks to this support, we have secured the following artists, speakers and facilitators.    




Sisonke Papu (South Africa)





Sisonke Papu is a multi-disciplinary artist, breathwork facilitator, iGqirha (traditional healer), and founder of NgoMa Technologies. Hailing from Mthatha in the Eastern Cape, South Africa, Sisonke bridges the ancient and the modern, blending indigenous knowledge, African healing traditions, and contemporary sound technologies to explore the power of vibration in healing and consciousness. Self-taught in sound and instrument-building, he crafts instruments like the uhadi, xitende, nyatiti, adungu and n'goni and reimagines them for modern therapeutic applications.

https://www.instagram.com/sisonkepapu/?hl=en



Nana and Zai (Tanzania) 





Singeli comes to Kilele with the duo Nana and Zai, also known as the Golden Girl$$.  

Nana and Zai have been an energetic DJ/MC duo since last year. The pair have performed at: 

Nyege Nyege (UG)
CTM (DE)
Roskilde Festival (DA)
Afropollination (UG & DE)
Humboldt Forum (DE)

and many more. 

Joshua Madalitso Chiundiza (Zimbabwe)





Joshua Madalitso Chiundiza is a music producer, artist development strategist, audiovisual artist and music researcher from Zimbabwe. Crafting unique music brand identities, Joshua has created and scaled local music concepts internationally, signing off projects with acclaimed record labels, touring and publishing houses such as BBE Music (UK), Parma Recordings (US), Nyami Nyami Records (FR) and Bi:pole Productions (FR). His latest project, Bantu Spaceship has garnered significant attention from reputable music and media platforms such as the BBC, Pan African Magazine, Radio Nova, Soho Radio London, Le Monde, Africa Is A Country and KEXP’s live music sessions. He has also given lectures, workshops and keynote talks on the creative and music business at events and institutions like Webster University Geneva, Playable City Future Leaders Lab International, Music Crossroads, the Music Imbizo and Fame Week Africa. Joshua is the founder of Husikisiki, a music and artist development agency.

KEXP Live Performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=howPAQkG4Bs&t=359s

Radio Nova: https://www.nova.fr/news/bantu-spaceship-lavenir-de-la-musique-du-zimbabwe-253098-02-04-2024/







Sounds of Renewal (Uganda) 







Nilotika Cultural Ensemble will showcase an environmental Recycling Music project called Sounds of Renewal.


The ensemble reimagine the ancient Ugandan practice of cleaning and clearing grounds as an environmental care instruction (Bulunji Bwansi). This age-old tradition of removing waste materials is revitalized through creativity and sustainability. The Ensemble members repurpose collected waste into innovative musical instruments, reflecting their commitment to both cultural heritage and environmental stewardship. These unique instruments, embodying the spirit of renewal, are then used in vibrant performances, showcases, transforming discarded materials into sounds that celebrate the resilience and ingenuity of the culture.





Sophia Mitiku (Ethiopia / Korea)









Sophia Mitiku is a Korean-Ethiopian singer, song-writer and sound artist. Her work delves into a wide range of post-genre exploration, resulting in contemporary productions of RnB, pop, trip hop, and electronic music. Through experimentation of voice, performance, and installation Mitiku creates immersive sonic worlds through both digital and physical mediums. 


As she works on her sophomore album ‘all sickness is homesickness’ Sophia studies folklore in contemporary music practices, pulsating between the interplay of tradition and modernity as they shape and redefine cultural landscapes. Her music explores our relationships between emotional and terrestrial landscapes through themes of migration, memory, and change - bridging the reverie of nostalgia and futurism.

SPOTIFY

BANDCAMP
IG: @sophiamitiku









Panels / Talks / Presentations



Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday 

Opening remarks  w/ Nyokabi Kariũki  11.00 to 11.30 Tuesday 18th - Creatives Garage)





Occupy Kilele! Music and activism in 2025 (11.30 to 12.30 Tuesday 18th - Creatives Garage)

In June 2024 Kenya saw an unprecedented uprising against the government which was a leaderless, youth-powered revolt for a fairer society. Dubbed the ‘Gen-Z’ uprising, many of the people on the streets across the country were creatives, deeply frustrated by rising costs of living, more taxes, and repressive policing. Beyond the street demos, activists in Kenya have used the arts to protest against climate change, femicide and many other injustices. In this opening panel of Kilele 2025, we look at some of the ways art and activism coalesce, and seek ideas and inspiration for 2025.

Moderator: Gregg Mwendwa 
Panelists:
           Njeri (MSJC)
           Mwanase Ahmed
           Bizi Bingi 


Cracks and Hacks - Music Technology and its Role in shaping African Electronic Music (13.30 to 14.30 Tuesday 18th - Creatives Garage)



In the digital era, music production tools proliferated at an unimaginable rate - making and releasing music on the continent (and around the world) was no longer the preserve of big studios and well- funded labels. Digital Audio Workstations and other software were cracked and shared, sample libraries amassed and passed on, and tips and techniques codified broadly into genres or movements. How exactly did some of these tools end up creating the wildly diverse sounds we celebrate now? And what's the role of music tech in the region going forward?


Moderator: Mars Maasai
Panelists:  Lukorito   
            MPhilo 
            Cee Schwanz (Ableton)
            Blinky Bill 
                      


Outside the Grid: Decolonizing Music Tech (14.30 to 15.30 Tuesday 18th - Creatives Garage)



“Everything sounds somehow Western—very mechanical, not organic like the rough tones and raw drums I heard growing up in Nairobi. Even as I try to break away from the loops and the 1-2-3-4 drive of these music tools, I always end up back there somehow.” - Slickback on Digital Audio Workstations

At Kilele 2024 we heard Astrid Bin’s comparison of the musical interfaces (midi controllers etc) with ultra processed food - generic, functional and predictable. This year we are diving into instrument creation from another direction. What can digital instrument makers learn from local creators, and what forms of hybridity are possible and desirable in the instruments of the future?

Moderator: Astrid Bin 
Panelists: Sam Kaguru 
           Basile Huguenin-Virchaux
           DJ Rph 
           Monrhea 



Culture, Capital and Community: Arts Funding in East Africa (16.00 to 17.00 Tuesday 18th - Creatives Garage)



With little to no state funding available for arts and culture, arts organisations in Kenya play a precarious game of chasing the same limited, short-term resources. Some find success pivoting to business models, many others fall by the wayside unable to compete in the marketplace. The funding that is available is dominated by international institutions and platforms, the bar to entry too high for many creatives and collectives not versed in European funding models and challenging reporting requirements. Brands, investors and redevelopment projects offer alternatives, but what are the pros and cons of these relationships? We’ll look into the reality of the current situation, and seek ideas for better futures.

Moderated by: April Zhu
Panelists:    Brian Harris (TO Foundation)
              Dr. Akati Khasiani  (HEVA Fund) 
              Shamina Rajab (The Mist / Wana Wake)
              Biki Kangwana (The Mall) 
           

Independent Label Networking and Sundowner (Tuesday 17.00 - Basecamp)



As major streaming platforms continue to dominate music sales and their questionable business practices squeeze and marginalize independent music makers - why and how should we release music in 2025?

Co-curated with Africa Rising Music Conference, will assemble a wide range of practitioners - label owners, self-releasing artists, global distributors and others - to meet and exchange on the rooftop. This will be a chance for artists and managers to connect with professionals and dreamers, and come away with new ideas and practical networks.


Participants to include;

Ralph Boege (Paradise Worldwide),  Auntie Flo, Pwani Tapes, Mina,  Endre Dalen,  Jane Arnison,  Luca Jacob,  Tamasha, and more.


Instrument Makers Lab 



Workshop Tuesday - Friday 


At Kilele 2024 we heard Astrid Bin’s comparison of the musical interfaces (midi controllers etc) with ultra processed food - generic, functional and predictable. This year we are diving into instrument creation from another direction. What can digital instrument makers learn from local creators, and what forms of hybridity are possible and desirable in the instruments of the future?

The nexus of this stream lies in the Instrument Makers Lab - a five day workshop involving creators of kalimbas, nyatitis, xylophones and other ‘traditional’ instruments, as well as programmers, technologists and representatives from music technology partners. A flagship project supported by Pro Helvetia will see Samuel Karugu and Basile Huguenin-Virchaux create new hybrid digital-physical instruments inspired by polyrhythms and micro tonalities common in African music. The instruments created during Kilele will be showcased with a series of performances on Friday evening.

Read more here!

Supported by Elektron. 


Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday



Breathe to Sound - Justin Pflughaupt (USA) (11am - 11.30am  - Creatives Garage)


An introduction to electronic wind instruments (also known as wind synths) and an overview of using breath to control MIDI. This presentation will discuss how to use MIDI to enhance the artistry of a performance by controlling parameters for an audio track as well as touching on more experimental techniques.

Justin Pflughaupt is a producer, deejay and performing artist from Houston, Texas, who creates and spins music that spans the sonic spectrum. He specialises in electronic wind instruments to add a unique touch to his compositions and performances.


Pararira - Adam Yawe (KE) (11.30am - 12.00pm  - Creatives Garage)



Adam has designed and prototyped a musical instrument using the musical horn systems used in Nairobi's Matatus. Bombarded by the sounds of vehicle horns when traversing Nairobi's cityscape; Adam wonders what it might mean to reclaim agency by not only producing these sounds, but also composing our own sonic patterns with them. This presentation will focus on conceptualising, designing and prototyping the instrument and play some videos of artists using the instrument while it was presented during the Sonic Mass exhibition at Munyu space in the mall.

Adam Yawe is a 3D artist and product designer based in Kenya. Adam’s practice focuses on urban material culture and the objects we encounter on our everyday journeys, where they come from, why they exist, and how they may be reimagined.



Stories in Scapes and Spaces - Muha (Mozambique) (12.00pm - 12.30pm  - Creatives Garage)



Sound is one of our earliest connections to the world, and yet, in today's visually dominated cultures, we often overlook its immense power. In this talk, Muha will explore how sound can be a profound medium for storytelling, transporting us to the heart of environments we may never physically visit. Drawing on ongoing work in Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique, supported by National Geographic, I’ll discuss how we can use soundscapes and technology to create immersive narratives that allow us to experience the dynamic changes of a landscape through sound.


Dércio Gomate (Muha) is a composer, aural collector, diver and storyteller from Maputo, Mozambique. As a NEWF Fellow and NatGeo Explorer, his world of sound is rich. Scoring for film, collecting soundscapes and storytelling are just some of his passions. Muha is placing sound at the centerstage of his aural narratives.



A new approach to Qaraami Music - Sven Kacirek (DE) (13.00pm - 14.00pm  - Creatives Garage)



Qaraami: The etymology of the word is Qaram, from the Arabic word, love. Somalis used qaram or qaraami to describe the oldest modern music composition, mainly from late forties to mid sixties. The word became a synonym of “old good days music”, or for young people just “old music”. In fact, today Qaraami sometimes is confused by the young generation who use to describe any type of old music (relatively to their age) like even 1980ies.

Sven Kacirek has been working to transcribe the melodies of 30 songs, providing scores and creating midi files to give these songs new avenues for reinterpretation and recognition.

He has collaborated with musicians from different music cultures on several occasions for more than 15 years. His highly praised album “The Kenya Sessions” won the “award of the German Record Critics”. His album “Songs From Okinawa” was nominated for the VIA music award. Furthermore he has closely collaborated with Kenyan singer Ogoya Nengo for several years.                
           

Workshop   



iNgoMa Liyeza: Exploring Indigenous Instruments as Technologies for Vibrational Healing with Sisonke Papu (SA) (14.00 - 16.30 Santuri Salon)



This workshop is designed to create a sacred space for deep connection through breath, sound, and movement, using African indigenous instruments as advanced technologies for healing. We aim to showcase how instruments like the adungu harp, marimba, and mbira are not just tools of sound but vibrational technologies grounded in ancient cosmology and quantum principles. Participants will be guided through breath awareness and grounding exercises, followed by a sonic journey with these instruments, each uniquely tuned to different vibrational frequencies.

The workshop will also delve into the mythology, ecology, and cosmology surrounding these instruments, offering participants a multi-sensory experience that opens pathways to healing, balance, and reconnection with the natural world. We believe this is a vital contribution to reimagining how ancient wisdom can interface with contemporary technological approaches for holistic well-being.

Sisonke Papu is a multi-disciplinary artist, breathwork facilitator, iGqirha (traditional healer), and founder of NgoMa Technologies. Hailing from Mthatha in the Eastern Cape, South Africa, Sisonke bridges the ancient and the modern, blending indigenous knowledge, African healing traditions, and contemporary sound technologies to explore the power of vibration in healing and consciousness. Self-taught in sound and instrument-building, he crafts instruments like the uhadi, xitende, nyatiti, adungu and n'goni and reimagines them for modern therapeutic applications.


Navigating the PR and Promotional Landscape w/ Naila Aroni and Anyiko (KE) (14.00 - 15.00 Creatives Garage -  Wednesday)



An educational workshop focused on PR and digital marketing for emerging musicians. This session complements Kilele’s mission by equipping emerging artists with actionable skills by providing emerging artists with the tools and insights they need to effectively promote their music in today's digital landscape.


Naila Aroni will be drawing on four years of experience as a PR and communications specialist in music journalism in Kenya. At the end of the session, Naila will share a valuable asset directory with contacts for music magazines, playlists, and digital platforms so attendees have practical tools to continue their PR journey after the session.


FEMX - Breaking Barriers in Music Production (15.30 - 17.00 Creatives Garage - Wednesday)




Panel Description: Despite emergent conversations about women in the music industry, the spotlight often falls on DJs and producers, leaving out the critical roles women play in music tech. This panel sheds light on the often-overlooked contributions of women who get us moving, on and off the dancefloor, whether it be with live sound engineering, lighting design, graphic production, or mixing.

Join us for a compelling discussion with leading women in the industry as they share their experiences, challenges, and successes in male-dominated fields. From the technical aspects to the broader systemic barriers, this session will explore the realities of working in the industry and strategies for creating a more inclusive and supportive environment.

Featuring a diverse lineup of live sound engineers, lighting designers, graphic producers, and mix engineers, this session will highlight the depth of talent and expertise women bring to the field. Whether you’re in the industry or simply interested in the intersection of technology and music, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Panel

Moderator: Sonic Griot
Panelists:
  • Sound engineer - Joy Ndinda
  • Light engineer - Mwitikia
  • Graphics engineer - Mary Beth
  • Sound engineer - Daisy Nduta

 



SOUND COMMUNITIES - screenings at Unseen Nairobi (18.00 - 23.00)



Short music documentaries from different communities around the world. Screening and then after party.

COSMOS Embassy Film: Karachi, Pakistan
Discussion
6SENSE
Discussion
PAM presents: Off the Map | Steve Happi, Freedom beats from Douala (Jail Time Records)
Discussion
Come Dance With Me by nwao


DJ set by nwao



Thursday Thursday Thursday Thursday

 

Ubuntu in the contemporary music scene.   (11.30am - 13.00pm Santuri Salon)



Wycee Wagithi is a multidisciplinary artist based in Nairobi, Kenya. Armed with her Bachelor’s degree in Music from Kenyatta Universtiy, she is a multi-instrumentalist, Cultural Practitioner, Researcher and Music Educator. She is also an underground Dj championing African and Afro-diasporic Electronic Music.

Wagithi is actively involved in both the contemporary and traditional music scene; playing with African ensembles, performing with an all-female metal band, Nova and her energetic Dj sets as Hasira Hasara.

She will be accompanied by The Weavers to share insight on the interconnectedness of the two musical scenes.



Signal Flow 2.0: Global Connections and Opportunities (in partnership with ARMC) (11.00am - 12.30pm Creatives Garage)



Last year we kicked off Kilele with a truly insightful panel on some of the ways artists can connect with different organisations, opportunities, funding, and events. This year we bring this session back with a new set of perspectives. How can artists build effective networks, find like-minded collaborators and build global communities?

Moderator: Sisian
Guests:
       
        Muthoni The Drummer Queen (Goodtimes Africa / Blankets and Wine)
        Luca Jacob (Piranha Arts)
        Mina (Funding with Mina)
        Nyokabi Kariũki 
        SJ Nicholson (ARMC)
       


Speed Talks.   (14.00pm - 16.00pm Creatives Garage Thursday)



Harnessing Data Science and Technology to Enhance Music Experiences - (KE)



A talk/presentation featuring Tish Mwendwa, Urbanus Kathitu, and Risa Okech, on how data science and tech can enhance both the creative and commercial aspects of music.


Sustaining Art Through Connection: The Future of Community-Based Monetization



Usanii’s Sam Achola will give a talk on the art of community building and monetization options for artists in Kenya.

Surround sound and immersive technology for music performance

Victor Munyaysa will speak on the utilisation of free immersive audio technology as a stepping stone for local production and live performances.



Surround sound and immersive technology for music performance 



A presentation on the utilisation of free immersive audio technology as a stepping stone for local production and live performances by Munyasya.  




Workshop:



Not In The Manual 2.0 w/ DJ Rph (14.00pm - 15.30pm classroom) 




Crossover: women in folk music / take control. (15.30pm - 17.00pm Santuri Salon)



Labdi Ommes will talk to women in folk music and give them some insights on the market - ie production etc and to crossover between playing live /acoustic and how to get into more production.




FRIDAY FRIDAY FRIDAY FRIDAY FRIDAY  



How to start a DIY Club - w/ Mina, Raph and guests (UK / KE)  (11.00am - 13.00pm Creatives Garage)


Join Mina, curator, event promoter and DJ, and Raph, co-founder of the Mist for a workshop on running DIY spaces and events. Following a research trip to the UK where they visited a variety of DIY spaces, Mina and Raph will share case studies and findings from the trip, and insights from their experience working in grassroots venues in the UK and Kenya. Following this, there will be an open forum for participants to share ideas and insights with each other.





Climate Convos - Past versus present perspectives on Climate Change   (11.00am - 13.00pm Santuri Salon)



Mashariki Vibes, a newly formed East African collective dedicated to creating music with a purpose will host a 2-hour workshop that combines a short skit, an engaging panel discussion, and a live music performance, all focused on the pressing issue of climate change.

The panel will feature Kenyan climate experts, who will enlighten the audience on traditional methods of conserving the environment alongside contemporary solutions being applied today. To close the workshop, Mashariki Vibes will perform original music which delivers powerful messages about climate change while engaging youth through captivating beats and melodies.


Mixing in Flow w/ Jane Arnison (Australia). (14.00pm - 15.30pm Creatives Garage)



This session will see Jane Arnsion expand on her recently released book ‘Mixing in Flow’ through a talk and practical demonstration of her philosophy of mixing. Not to be missed!


Jane is a multi-disciplinary artist and technician. She divides her time between working on her own artistic projects, working commercially as a composer, engineer or producer as well as offering her expertise as a university lecturer in music.
Jane has finished writing a book on Mixing Sound signed by publisher Routledge/Taylor & Francis that is slated for release in early 2025.


New Jit Wave w/ Joshua Madalitso Chiundiza (Zimbabwe).  (15.30am - 17.00pm Creatives Garage)



A talk/listening session on New Jit Wave, a new Zimbabwean electronic music genre, that has strong connections with Kenyan Benga music. New Jit Wave pays homage to the Zimbabwean traditional and contemporary sounds of Chimurenga, Jiti and Sungura music. Jiti and Sungura music in particular, claim the closest link to Benga music and the late great Kenyan music producer Phares Oluchi Kanindo. The Sungura genre took its name from a famous Kenyan music label and Benga music is ultimately known as Kanindo in Zimbabwe and is a sub-genre of sungura.


Joshua Madalitso Chiundiza is a music producer, artist development strategist, audiovisual artist and music researcher from Zimbabwe. Crafting unique music brand identities, Joshua has created and scaled local music concepts internationally, signing off projects with acclaimed record labels, touring and publishing houses such as BBE Music (UK), Parma Recordings (US), Nyami Nyami Records (FR) and Bi:pole Productions (FR).



Plant Music with Brian d’Souza (UK). (14.00pm - 17.00pm Santuri Salon)


Brian d’Souza’s compositions fuse field recording from around the globe with electro-acoustic production techniques to create ‘acoustic ecologies’ that are centred on exploring the psychological and physical benefits of sound. Join us in the Salon for this unmissable workshop and performance!

A State Of Flo - his blog and record label is an exploration into the biological and ecological basis for music. It achieves this by releasing music which incorporates sounds from the natural world with cutting edge technology and new formats. A State Of Flo supports the environmental charity Earth Percent. Its first release, Mycorrhizal Fungi, incorporated the sounds of various fungi and was featured on the BBC, New Scientist, Glastonbury Festival, Tate Modern and more.


 

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