The second edition of the Qwela Junction left many in awe
and confident about the future of Uganda’s Jazz music industry.
Happening at the Kampala Serena Hotel, the Jazz concert
dubbed as Qwela Junction and powered by Airtel Uganda, was part of the latest
move by the telecom giant to support the music industry. Having earlier had a
successful jazz concert with South African Jazz Legend, Hugh Masereka alongside
Isaiah Katumwa, Airtel partnered with Qwela Band to bring together the Old
School and New School of Uganda’s Jazz industry.
With Uganda’s Jazz legend, Moses Matovu celebrating over 40
years in the music industry, the show was as electrifying as had been expected.
First came Kenneth Mugabi, renowned music storyteller and
guitarist. And with his every verse came more cheers from the audience as he
scripted his music to fit the evening’s mood. Then came the new generation Jazz
artists; Brian Mugyenyi, Michael Kitanda, Mo Roots, Joseph Sax and Happy K.
Serenading the crowd with the ever soothing saxophone sounds with their latest
songs and collaborations. This had the crowd on their feet singing to the new
and old music where deceased legendary musician Elly Wamala was honored with a
couple of hits.
Isaiah Katumwa had a grand performance while collaborating
with the new generation Jazz artists in songs that awed everyone. Playing with
his mini saxophone, he entertained the audience to some of his latest and
greatest works.
Then came Moses Matovu, celebrating over 40 years in the
industry, he played his heart out and showed how far Uganda’s Jazz music has come. He performed alongside the new
generation artists and was full of praise of the way Jazz music is taking and
what Airtel has done to support the genre.
Speaking at the concert, Airtel Uganda Trade Marketing
Executive, Cissy Nakiwu, applauded the Sax Aces and congratulated Moses Matovu
on his disciplined and long music career.
“We are delighted to be part of this generation of Jazz
music. The genre has come a long way in Uganda and continues to grow. Airtel
will continue supporting the music genre with a series of partnerships with
local and international artists.” She said.
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