They perform with passion and precision, qualities that have earned them recognition for their musical excellence over the years. Through the harmonious sounds of their instruments, both during official functions and training sessions, the school bands have won the admiration of audiences. They have performed at public and private functions, entertaining guests while demonstrating the skill and coordination that set them apart. These are the bands from Radiance Academy in Free Area, Nakuru City, and Moi High and Senior School, Kabarak, in Rongai Constituency. Their expertise and coordination in handling musical instruments are so impressive that they could easily be…
Author: Ben Ahenda
Kanda Bongoman has remained one of the most recognisable figures in Congolese soukous, building a following that cuts across both Anglophone and Francophone Africa for more than three decades. Part of his appeal has always been his stage presence. The Congolese Kwasa Kwasa maestro became known for colourful suits, fedora hats and energetic dance moves, backed by a troupe of dancers whose performances added a strong visual element to his shows. Kanda, who speaks English and French in addition to his native Lingala and other Congolese languages, says his education in both Anglophone and Francophone countries helped him master the…
For 16 years, Orchestra Bana Mazembe has lived in the shadow of a legendary name. Now, like birds finally leaving the safety of the nest, the 12-member outfit is spreading its wings with its first-ever album, a milestone that has taken years of patience, resilience and determination. The journey has been anything but easy. There have been setbacks, changing musical tastes, demanding contracts and the inevitable challenges that confront bands trying to survive in an industry where many outfits formed at the turn of the century have struggled to stand the test of time. But Bana Mazembe endured. The band…