Who is damascus kafumbe

From pre-colonial times through colonialism and into the postcolonial era, the Baganda people have used performances of the Kawuugulu Royal Performance Ensemble to articulate and negotiate a complex, sociopolitical hierarchy that interweaves and balances clan authority with the prerogatives of the king. These narratives make it possible for the ensemble to implicitly highlight the individual identities of all clans, implicitly unite these clans by representing them before the king, and explicitly bring the clans together.

In doing so, it sustains a social contract that remains alive as long as Kawuggulu performers drum, sing, and dance. Event details : pm — pm. MUSC does not fulfill any major course requirements and may not be taken more than once. Approval required ART. Music Ethnography In this course we will study various methods and techniques for conducting field research about musical phenomena.

Students will learn how to design feasible research projects, document musical activities in human communities, analyze collected data, and present their findings. Students may have the opportunity to do field research that will involve field equipment and editing software. Some background in reading or writing about music is recommended.

African Soundscapes This course will introduce students to musical cultures and practices from the African continent with a focus on particular regional styles. Through readings, lectures, discussions, film screenings, listening sessions, concerts, and hands-on activities, we will develop skills for analyzing and appreciating the diversity of African musical practices and their social, economic, and political value in traditional and contemporary contexts.

Some background in music may be necessary. African Music and Dance Performance This course will introduce students to various techniques of performing East African primarily Ugandan musical and dance traditions through regular rehearsals, culminating in an end-of-semester concert. Some background in performing music is recommended, but prior knowledge of performing African music and dance is not required.

Music in World Cultures In this course students will develop skills for analyzing a wide range of music styles and appreciating their social, economic, and political importance. We will explore selected case studies through readings, lectures, discussions, film screenings, listening sessions, workshops, concerts, and hands-on activities.

Topic is determined by the instructor - refer to section for the course description. Independent Study Admission by approval. Kafumbe holds a B. D , both in musicology, from Florida State University. Damascus Kafumbe is a gifted musician and composer from Uganda who delves into deep Ugandan musical traditions while creating unique and fresh musical expression on a variety of instruments.

He is an integral part of a new generation that is bringing about a revolution in Ugandan indigenous music.