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BUSARA NEWSLETTER |
October 2008 |
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The sixth edition of the Sauti za Busara music festival will take place in Zanzibar, 12-17 February 2009; admission is free to all each day before sunset.
Sauti za Busara (Sounds of Wisdom) is an international festival celebrating East African music taking place around the second weekend of February each year in Zanzibar.
Featuring top-quality musical performances by more than 400 established and upcoming artists (40 groups in total), Sauti za Busara has already established itself as one of Africa’s leading music festivals. It’s an event that unites people in celebration. |
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We are proud to announce Samba Mapangala has just confirmed he will be performing with the legendary Orchestre Virunga. He is one of East Africa’s best-loved musicians, with a series of hits over the past 25 years, including Virunga, Ahmed Sabit, Vunja Mifupa, Sungura, Vidonge, Dunia Tuna Pita, and Nyama Choma. |
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Samba Mapangala & Orchestre Virunga (DRC/Kenya/USA), Msondo Ngoma Band (Tanzania), Omar Pene & le Super Diamono (Senegal), Mangala Camara (Mali), Nawal (Comoros/France), King Ayisoba (Ghana), TY (UK), Meta and the Cornerstones (Senegal/USA), The Moreira Project (South Africa), Comrade Fatso and Chabvondoka (Zimbabwe), Jagwa Music (Tanzania), AY (Tanzania), Joh Makini (Tanzania), Elemotho (Namibia), Segere Original (Tanzania), Best of WaPi (Pan Africa), Culture Musical Club (Zanzibar), Mohamed Ilyas & Nyota Zameremeta (Zanzibar), Bi Kidude (Zanzibar), Iddi Achien'g (Kenya), Khethi with Kibo Sounds (South Africa/Tanzania), Rachel Magoola (Uganda), Wahapahapa Band (Tanzania), Omega Bugembe Okello (Uganda/USA), Aron Nitunga (Burundi/Canada), Safar (Zanzibar), Kiumbizi (Pemba), Zinduka Ngoma (Zanzibar), Dj Side (Zanzibar), and more to be announced |
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A carnival and street parade kicks off festivities on Thursday 12th February, featuring a beni brass band, drummers, wanandege (umbrella women), dancers, stilt walkers and acrobats. The parade arrives at Forodhani around 5pm and continues into the Old Fort (our main venue).
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From Thursday through til Sunday, around ten groups perform each day. Big names rub shoulders with upcoming artists. Altogether we have thirty of the best groups of Zanzibar, Tanzania and around East Africa, traditional and modern, acoustic and electric. Plus, another ten groups, from Comoros, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Mali, Senegal, Ghana, Nigeria and UK. For latest news on festival artists and events check the website regularly, where you will find video-clips, photos, information and more.
All the music is performed live. Starting in the late afternoon, as the sunshine softens and shadows start to stretch out, and continuing virtually non-stop into the evening, with the final band taking to the stage around midnight. |
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The main stage of the festival is situated within Stone Town’s historic Old Fort (on the grassy side) under open skies. The venue is exploding with colour with around twenty stalls selling food and refreshments, African clothing, music and local handicrafts.
The venue is busy every day with locals and visitors of all ages and backgrounds. We see kids and families in the late afternoon, culture vultures through the evening and party people dancing into the night.
Everyone agrees the atmosphere is unique and special, and Sauti za Busara has a reputation as “the friendliest festival on the planet!” |
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Admission is free to everyone daily from 4pm until sunset. After that you need a ticket or pass. Prices vary for citizens, residents, and visitors. VIP tickets are available for those who prefer seating. |
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For information about organised tours, flights, accommodation and other useful advice for visitors - please check Visitor Info page - on our website. |
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On Tuesday 17 February, we leave town behind and head for Kendwa Rocks, a beautiful beach location on Zanzibar's north coast. Starting from 4pm, there'll be DJs, acrobats, and live performances evolving into a fantastic Festival Finalé Party - and dancing till dawn. |
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The week before the festival, invited musicians get together to explore common ground and new territories. As their contributions fuse, something special is born – watch out for the resulting performances.
In partnership with DCMA. |
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These workshops are open to East African artists & music industry professionals only. If this sounds like you, and then please contact us for further details. |
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This training is open to East African artists & music industry professionals only. If this sounds like you, and then please contact us for further details. |
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Hey, it's not just us. With so many people in town all sorts of fringe events, activities and performances are organised by hotels, restaurants and businesses. We call it “Busara Xtra” and we'll do our best to let you know what's happening. |
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If you have the opportunity to promote the Sauti za Busara festival we’d very much like your help. Maybe you have a mailing list, a website, a notice board or advertising space? A few words of recommendation and a link to our website will always be appreciated. In return, we can put you on our links page. We can supply you with artwork and posters if it’s not too expensive. |
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The festival would not be possible without the generous support of our donors and sponsors – both financial and 'in kind'.
To all potential donors and sponsors, we have prepared a sponsorship pack, including a list of “benefits for logo sponsors”, and a list of imaginative ways that your name can be seen as part of the Festival's success. For further details, please contact us. |
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Advertising space is limited, but placing an advert in the festival programme is another great way to show your support and be associated with this celebrated event. More information including tariff and sizes see website. |
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Showcasing traditional music and dance from Tanzania and beyond.
13 - 18 October 2008
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New World Cinema
10 - 30 October 2008
Screening Mon 20 October 18:45
AS OLD AS MY TONGUE
The myth and life of Bi Kidude
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Visa 2 Dance
Contemporary Dance festival with dance companies from Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, South Africa, Sweden, Germany, Italy and the USA.
Tickets in advance from Alliance Francaise and Mawazo Gallery.
22 - 24 October 2008, Diamond Jubilee VIP Hall, Dar es Salaam
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28 - 30 November 2008
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Makutano
Makutano Art & Craft Fairs are held bi-annually to bring together artists from all over Tanzania to sell and exhibit their crafts
21 - 22 November 2008, Diamond Jubilee, Dar es Salaam
www.makutanotz.com
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Fans of US Presidential candidate Barack Obama may be interested to hear headline artist Samba Mapangala has recorded Obama Ubarikiwe, a new song in Swahili voicing the support, sentiment and optimism of many East Africans. The song is available for free download at www.myspace.com/sambamapangala |
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www.womex.com |
Busara will be at WOMEX 2008 - the world’s biggest professional Conference, Trade Fair and Showcase for world, roots, and folk music.
With more than 3,000 delegates and 1,400 companies represented from ninety countries, it remains the best networking opportunity for anyone involved in international music. The 13th edition returns to Sevilla, Andalusia, Spain during 29 October – 2 November 2008.
Come and find Busara Promotions at Stand 1/ H14. |
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Festival organisers are pleased to acknowledge the faith, vision and generous support of our donors and sponsors, without whom Sauti za Busara would not be possible. At this stage of preparation, budgeting and planning are always a nightmare for us. We've received some promises and still need many more. So far, Festival 2009 is powered by: |
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Dhow Countries Music Academy, ZG Design, fROOTS Magazine, Zanlink, Mercury’s Restaurant, Archipelago Café & Restaurant, Stone Town Café, Kendwa Rocks, ScreenStation (UK), Tabasam Tours, Linear Velocity, Footcandles, and www.zanzibar.net
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www.busaramusic.org |
Busara Promotions,
PO Box 3635,
Zanzibar,
Tanzania
busara@zanlink.com
Tel: +255 24 223
2423 or +255 784 925 499 or +255 773 822 294
Find us in
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Town, between Africa House and Hotel
Serena, opposite Amore Mio. |
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