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OverviewAcross a century of colonial encounters, cultural awakenings, and political revolutions, Ugandan musicians blended diverse traditions to create a sound as expansive as the Equator itself. Echoes of the Pearl follows the fascinating journey of Uganda's music, from the Kabaka's royal courts to rumba nightclubs, from pealing cathedral hymns to the gritty grooves of Kampala's streets. Through changing times, musicians fused heritage and innovation, crafting melodies that carried the hopes, joys, and dreams of generations. Meet the bands and artists who reimagined foreign sounds and wove them into indigenous traditions, giving rise to a distinctive musical identity and anthems that lit up dancefloors and stirred a young nation's imagination. This is more than a history of songs; it is a love letter to a nation's heartbeat. ""A remarkable history of Uganda's musical imagination. Robert Bwire captures the rhythms, encounters, and cultural exchanges that shaped a nation's sound."" - Michiel van Oosterhout, author of The Soul of Uganda Through Song Full Product DetailsAuthor: Robert BwirePublisher: Kiira River Press Imprint: Kiira River Press Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.80cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.658kg ISBN: 9798995248101Pages: 498 Publication Date: 23 April 2026 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Available To Order We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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