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Giovanni Kiyingi was a stand-out entry in NPR Music's Tiny Desk Contest this year. Originally from Uganda but now living in Phoenix, Arizona, his song "Bukunja" blends East and West African styles.
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Ugandan folk musician Giovanni Kiyingi can play a variety of traditional African and western instruments, including the kalimba, xylophone medina, ngoni, flute, drums — and more.
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BAMUTURAKI MUSINGUZI - The East African

His performance for Pope Francis in 2015 in Uganda and for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu in 2017 stands out.
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Giovanni Kiyingi - Welcome to my World of Music

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Giovanni Kiyingi and Friends -  Kama Dudu   (Butterfly ) - NPR Tiny Desk Entry

Giovanni Kiyingi and Friends - Kama Dudu (Butterfly ) - NPR Tiny Desk Entry

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Giovani Kiyingi Performs "nkwesuunga" Live At Mim Theater

Giovani Kiyingi Performs "nkwesuunga" Live At Mim Theater

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Giovanni Kiyingi - Bukunja - (Live At MIM Theater)

Giovanni Kiyingi - Bukunja - (Live At MIM Theater)

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Giovanni Kiyingi - Nsaba Neggame - (Live At MIM Theater)

Giovanni Kiyingi - Nsaba Neggame - (Live At MIM Theater)

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Munya; a tribute to Nelson Mandela.

Giovanni Kiyingi, the talented Ugandan folk singer-songwriter and world music artist, captivates audiences worldwide with his extraordinary skills as a multi-instrumentalist. His mastery of diverse instruments such as the local Ugandan Endingidi, Akogo, Adungu, Endere, Djembe, Embuutu, Calabash, Congas, and more, sets him apart in the music industry.

 

Kiyingi's mesmerizing performances and soulful vocals have earned him prestigious invitations to share the stage with renowned artists at major music festivals and cooperative events across Uganda and the globe. Notably, he has showcased his artistry alongside luminaries like Tanzania's Alikiba at the illustrious 2016 Blankets and Wine festival, the enchanting Suzan Kerunen and Herbert Kinobe at the Pearl Rhythm Festival 2012, as well as the exceptional talents of Okello Lawrence and Joel Sebunjo at the remarkable DOADOA 2014.

 

Kiyingi's presence infuses these events with a vibrant blend of cultural richness and musical brilliance, leaving audiences spellbound and yearning for more.

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CONTACT ME

MANAGEMENT | jerryrray@icloud.com, 602-689-6516

 

BOOKING | eka.artistsmanager@gmail.com, 602-349-5636

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