Ugandan Art Speaks Out: Recent Episodes
Omuti Kreativ
Ugandan Art Speaks Out is a conversation that goes way beyond the story. Here we get know that the Ugandan Artists are shameless with their experiences and instead expounds the tips, tricks, tactics priest of the invisible used to bring art to life.
Welcome to the incredible world of Peter Kagayi, a truly gifted performance poet and one of Uganda's finest artistic talents! Born in Jinja District and educated at Makerere University, Kagayi has risen to prominence as one of the most captivating and compelling poets in the country. He has performed with The Lantern Meet of Poets and held numerous solo performances that have left audiences spellbound. As the founder and curator of "The Poetry Shrine", a widely popular poetry platform held at the National Theatre in Kampala, Kagayi has made a significant contribution to the growth of the arts community in Uganda. His book, "The headline that morning and other poems", is a stunning collection of insightful and thought-provoking works that showcase his unique perspective on the world. Kagayi is also a member of Kitara Nation, a talented group of writers and performers based in Kampala, which includes notable Ugandan poets such as Daniel Omara, Fahima Babirye, Hawa Nanjobe, Andrew Tuusah, and Begumya Rushongoza. With his powerful words and mesmerizing performances, Peter Kagayi is a force to be reckoned with in the world of poetry. Don't miss the opportunity to experience his artistry firsthand - contact us today to book Peter Kagayi for your next event!
Welcome to the incredible world of Peter Kagayi, a truly gifted performance poet and one of Uganda's finest artistic talents! Born in Jinja District and educated at Makerere University, Kagayi has risen to prominence as one of the most captivating and compelling poets in the country. He has performed with The Lantern Meet of Poets and held numerous solo performances that have left audiences spellbound. As the founder and curator of "The Poetry Shrine", a widely popular poetry platform held at the National Theatre in Kampala, Kagayi has made a significant contribution to the growth of the arts community in Uganda. His book, "The headline that morning and other poems", is a stunning collection of insightful and thought-provoking works that showcase his unique perspective on the world. Kagayi is also a member of Kitara Nation, a talented group of writers and performers based in Kampala, which includes notable Ugandan poets such as Daniel Omara, Fahima Babirye, Hawa Nanjobe, Andrew Tuusah, and Begumya Rushongoza. With his powerful words and mesmerizing performances, Peter Kagayi is a force to be reckoned with in the world of poetry. Don't miss the opportunity to experience his artistry firsthand - contact us today to book Peter Kagayi for your next event!
Welcome to the incredible world of Peter Kagayi, a truly gifted performance poet and one of Uganda's finest artistic talents! Born in Jinja District and educated at Makerere University, Kagayi has risen to prominence as one of the most captivating and compelling poets in the country. He has performed with The Lantern Meet of Poets and held numerous solo performances that have left audiences spellbound. As the founder and curator of "The Poetry Shrine", a widely popular poetry platform held at the National Theatre in Kampala, Kagayi has made a significant contribution to the growth of the arts community in Uganda. His book, "The headline that morning and other poems", is a stunning collection of insightful and thought-provoking works that showcase his unique perspective on the world. Kagayi is also a member of Kitara Nation, a talented group of writers and performers based in Kampala, which includes notable Ugandan poets such as Daniel Omara, Fahima Babirye, Hawa Nanjobe, Andrew Tuusah, and Begumya Rushongoza. With his powerful words and mesmerizing performances, Peter Kagayi is a force to be reckoned with in the world of poetry. Don't miss the opportunity to experience his artistry firsthand - contact us today to book Peter Kagayi for your next event!
Kagayi was born in Jinja District in Uganda, to Alimwingiza David and Namusobya Ruth. He graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from Makerere University. He is one of the leading performance poets in Uganda. He has performed with The Lantern Meet of Poets and held a solo poetry performance, "The audience must say Amen". He is the founder and curator of a poetry platform, "The Poetry Shrine", held at the National Theatre in Kampala. His book, The headline that morning and other poems, was published in 2016. Kagayi also writes and performs as part of Kitara Nation, a group of writers and performers based in Kampala. Ugandan poets Daniel Omara, Fahima Babirye, Hawa Nanjobe, Andrew Tuusah and Begumya Rushongoza are also part of the group. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Kagayi
Kagayi was born in Jinja District in Uganda, to Alimwingiza David and Namusobya Ruth. He graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from Makerere University. He is one of the leading performance poets in Uganda. He has performed with The Lantern Meet of Poets and held a solo poetry performance, "The audience must say Amen". He is the founder and curator of a poetry platform, "The Poetry Shrine", held at the National Theatre in Kampala. His book, The headline that morning and other poems, was published in 2016. Kagayi also writes and performs as part of Kitara Nation, a group of writers and performers based in Kampala. Ugandan poets Daniel Omara, Fahima Babirye, Hawa Nanjobe, Andrew Tuusah and Begumya Rushongoza are also part of the group. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Kagayi
Busuulwa Brian is a Ugandan performer, a music composer, an arranger and instructor.
He is a recommendable pianist and vocalist with a lengthy pitch range. He has worked with bands such as the Mile’s band, Abaaza and currently with Mseto Nation. He has composed personal songs such as You should know, Naaka sooka ojje, ongambanga, Siri mwetegefu to mention but a few. Busuulwa works as the head of performing arts department at St. Andrew Kaggwa Gombe High Kawaala, a music teacher at TwinBrook international school Kiteezi- Bamba and a music instructor at Buganda Road Primary school. He plays western instruments such as Piano, drums, guitar and Bass guitar. Busuulwa is a professional stage and screen actor, a commercial face as seen in the famous Bosco advert, a sound engineer, stage lights designer, music producer and a film editor who attained his degree honor of performing arts in Drama and Film at Makereere University.
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Andereya Baguma is an Afro-fusion/alternative musician from Uganda.
The former Penda Uganda Song Contest winner’s music career began at the age of 13. He went on to pursue a Bachelors Degree of Arts in Music from Makerere University. Today, he is a professional acoustic guitarist and songwriter. He boasts of a music album titled ‘Andereya’ which was released at Uganda National Cultural Centre in a live exquisite music album organised by Nze Music’ – an A&R, booking and management firm that he founded. Andereya is the number one fan of his music. He believes that the music he creates speaks to him first; the reason he founded a unique sound of music that he refers to as Nze Music (Me Music). He finds inspiration to create this ‘Nze Music’ by listening to notable musicians like Maurice Kirya, the late Mowzey Radio, Asa, Richard Bona and the late Oliver Mtukudzi.
Andereya has performed his ‘Nze Music’ on both local and international platforms such as Sofar Sounds Kampala, Pearl Rhythm Festival, YES Uganda Virtual Academy, American Music Abroad virtual Academy, Jamafest 2016, Kenya Music Festival and Ethno Music in Malawi in 2021. He has also performed with sensational bands like Msetonation Band, Baximba Waves Jazz Band and Akadope, among others.
Andereya Baguma is an Afro-fusion/alternative musician from Uganda.
The former Penda Uganda Song Contest winner’s music career began at the age of 13. He went on to pursue a Bachelors Degree of Arts in Music from Makerere University. Today, he is a professional acoustic guitarist and songwriter. He boasts of a music album titled ‘Andereya’ which was released at Uganda National Cultural Centre in a live exquisite music album organised by Nze Music’ – an A&R, booking and management firm that he founded. Andereya is the number one fan of his music. He believes that the music he creates speaks to him first; the reason he founded a unique sound of music that he refers to as Nze Music (Me Music). He finds inspiration to create this ‘Nze Music’ by listening to notable musicians like Maurice Kirya, the late Mowzey Radio, Asa, Richard Bona and the late Oliver Mtukudzi.
Andereya has performed his ‘Nze Music’ on both local and international platforms such as Sofar Sounds Kampala, Pearl Rhythm Festival, YES Uganda Virtual Academy, American Music Abroad virtual Academy, Jamafest 2016, Kenya Music Festival and Ethno Music in Malawi in 2021. He has also performed with sensational bands like Msetonation Band, Baximba Waves Jazz Band and Akadope, among others.
Andereya Baguma is an Afro-fusion/alternative musician from Uganda.
The former Penda Uganda Song Contest winner’s music career began at the age of 13. He went on to pursue a Bachelors Degree of Arts in Music from Makerere University. Today, he is a professional acoustic guitarist and songwriter. He boasts of a music album titled ‘Andereya’ which was released at Uganda National Cultural Centre in a live exquisite music album organised by Nze Music’ – an A&R, booking and management firm that he founded. Andereya is the number one fan of his music. He believes that the music he creates speaks to him first; the reason he founded a unique sound of music that he refers to as Nze Music (Me Music). He finds inspiration to create this ‘Nze Music’ by listening to notable musicians like Maurice Kirya, the late Mowzey Radio, Asa, Richard Bona and the late Oliver Mtukudzi.
Andereya has performed his ‘Nze Music’ on both local and international platforms such as Sofar Sounds Kampala, Pearl Rhythm Festival, YES Uganda Virtual Academy, American Music Abroad virtual Academy, Jamafest 2016, Kenya Music Festival and Ethno Music in Malawi in 2021. He has also performed with sensational bands like Msetonation Band, Baximba Waves Jazz Band and Akadope, among others.
Adnan Ssenkumba is the rare, prolific Sound
Man from Uganda who fluidly moves between
sound recording and sound design for film. After
3 years of training, school, workshop, and
personal efforts Adnan made a stunning entry into
the Ugandan film industry with BLACK HALL A
Maishia film lab short film (2010) where he
worked as sound man. Originally trained as an
actor at the Department of performing Arts and
film Makerere University Kampala, Uganda
(2008-2011), Adnan draw his inspiration from
some of the world’s best sound designers VIVEC
SACHIDANAND (Dubbing engineer and
assistant sound Designer SLUM DOG
MILLIONAIRE) and KAI TEBBEL (Post
production sound designer DARK KNIGHT),
who enabled him to attain various skills in sound
Recording and Design. Adnan’s abilities are
manifested in various Uganda’s big film projects.
In 2014 Adnan designed and recorded sound for;
Reform (Feature film by Zenken filmz), Mira
Nair’s Short Documentary A Fork, plate and
Knight, UNDP Radio and TV Documentaries in
South Sudan, Barbed wire (sit-com), Makerere
University student Films projects, Africa
Interactive Documentaries, Kyosiga’s Dream
among others. Known for sensitive and Inspire to
tell story’s with sound Adnan’s imagination and
ideas inspire those he works with.
Andereya Baguma is an Afro-fusion/alternative musician from Uganda.
The former Penda Uganda Song Contest winner’s music career began at the age of 13. He went on to pursue a Bachelors Degree of Arts in Music from Makerere University. Today, he is a professional acoustic guitarist and songwriter. He boasts of a music album titled ‘Andereya’ which was released at Uganda National Cultural Centre in a live exquisite music album organised by Nze Music’ – an A&R, booking and management firm that he founded. Andereya is the number one fan of his music. He believes that the music he creates speaks to him first; the reason he founded a unique sound of music that he refers to as Nze Music (Me Music). He finds inspiration to create this ‘Nze Music’ by listening to notable musicians like Maurice Kirya, the late Mowzey Radio, Asa, Richard Bona and the late Oliver Mtukudzi.
Andereya has performed his ‘Nze Music’ on both local and international platforms such as Sofar Sounds Kampala, Pearl Rhythm Festival, YES Uganda Virtual Academy, American Music Abroad virtual Academy, Jamafest 2016, Kenya Music Festival and Ethno Music in Malawi in 2021. He has also performed with sensational bands like Msetonation Band, Baximba Waves Jazz Band and Akadope, among others.
Adnan Ssenkumba is the rare, prolific Sound
Man from Uganda who fluidly moves between
sound recording and sound design for film. After
3 years of training, school, workshop, and
personal efforts Adnan made a stunning entry into
the Ugandan film industry with BLACK HALL A
Maishia film lab short film (2010) where he
worked as sound man. Originally trained as an
actor at the Department of performing Arts and
film Makerere University Kampala, Uganda
(2008-2011), Adnan draw his inspiration from
some of the world’s best sound designers VIVEC
SACHIDANAND (Dubbing engineer and
assistant sound Designer SLUM DOG
MILLIONAIRE) and KAI TEBBEL (Post
production sound designer DARK KNIGHT),
who enabled him to attain various skills in sound
Recording and Design. Adnan’s abilities are
manifested in various Uganda’s big film projects.
In 2014 Adnan designed and recorded sound for;
Reform (Feature film by Zenken filmz), Mira
Nair’s Short Documentary A Fork, plate and
Knight, UNDP Radio and TV Documentaries in
South Sudan, Barbed wire (sit-com), Makerere
University student Films projects, Africa
Interactive Documentaries, Kyosiga’s Dream
among others. Known for sensitive and Inspire to
tell story’s with sound Adnan’s imagination and
ideas inspire those he works with.