Celebrating Uganda's Finest Jazz Artists
Instrument: Saxophone
Style: Smooth jazz, Afro-jazz
Isaiah Katumwa is one of Uganda’s most recognizable jazz figures. His style blends African rhythms with smooth saxophone melodies, creating a unique Afro-jazz sound. He has performed globally and is known for organizing annual jazz festivals in Uganda.
This international jazz band performed in Uganda during a cultural exchange, blending global jazz traditions and receiving a warm reception for their collaboration with Ugandan musicians.
Instrument: Keyboard
Style: Jazz fusion, contemporary jazz
Godfrey Lubuulwa is known for his powerful yet elegant keyboard performance. His compositions reflect Ugandan culture and jazz harmony, creating a rich fusion sound.
Instrument: Kora
Style: Afro-fusion, world music
Joel Sebunjo is a Ugandan artist specializing in the kora, a West African harp. His music blends Manding traditions with East African rhythms, and he’s performed widely across Africa and Europe.
Instrument: Guitar
Style: Tuku Music (Zimbabwean fusion)
The late Oliver Mtukudzi influenced African music since 1978. Known for his husky voice and guitar playing, he sang about human rights, love, and justice. He also collaborated with Ugandan artists to strengthen regional musical ties.