GLOBAL IMPACT MUSICIAN

A TUITION-FREE LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

GLOBAL IMPACT MUSICIAN (GIM) ELIMINATES BARRIERS BY EQUIPPING ARTISTS WITH THE TOOLS, MINDSET, AND SUPPORT THEY NEED TO THRIVE AS LEADERS AND INNOVATORS ON A GLOBAL STAGE

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

WE WELCOME YOUNG, VIBRANT, AND DEDICATED MUSICIANS WHO ARE COMMITTED TO PERSONAL, PROFESSIONAL, AND ARTISTIC GROWTH

Global Impact Musician is a leadership and professional development fellowship program designed to support and equip emerging artists and community leaders from Africa with the skills and global opportunities needed to advance their craft and drive innovation in their local initiatives.

Over the course of two years, participants engage in online workshops and mentorship sessions focused on personal growth, professional development, and entrepreneurial success. In addition, the program offers targeted support to help artists elevate their ideas and bring their creative and entrepreneurial visions to life.

  • BUILD VERSATILE SKILLSETS

    Support artists and community leaders in developing essential skills across personal growth, creative practice, education, and entrepreneurship—equipping them to thrive in today’s interconnected and evolving cultural landscape.

    BRIDGE CREATIVITY AND ENTERPRISE

    Provide practical tools and knowledge to navigate the business side of creative work, including self-promotion, project management, financial sustainability, and community engagement.


    LEADERSHIP AND INNOVATION

    Cultivate critical thinking, initiative, and creative problem-solving to empower participants as changemakers—driving forward impactful work within their communities and across global networks.

    CROSS-CULTURAL COLLABORATION

    Build the skills to engage across cultures with curiosity, respect, and openness, enabling participants to learn from diverse perspectives and work together toward shared global impact.

    CROSS-SECTOR ENGAGEMENT

    Use music as a platform to connect with diverse sectors, opening dialogue across disciplines and communities while exploring how the arts can advance learning, collaboration, and social impact.

  • ACCESS TO GLOBAL NETWORKS

    Gain direct access to a worldwide community of artists, entrepreneurs, and changemakers—building lasting connections that extend far beyond the program.

    PERSONALIZED MENTORSHIP & GUIDANCE
    Receive one-on-one mentorship from experienced professionals in the fields of art, leadership, and innovation—tailored to each participant’s unique goals and challenges.

    Monthly meet-up sessions focused on collaborative music-making. Participants will connect, play, and perform in a supportive space that celebrates creativity and community through shared musical experiences.

    GROWTH THROUGH COLLABORATION
    Participate in supportive, cross-cultural and cross-sector environments that foster collaboration, innovation, shared learning, and mutual inspiration among peers from across Africa and beyond.

  • CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

    • Official recognition from Global Impact Circle Inc.

    • Credential for resumes and other professional portfolios

    PERSONALIZED CAREER PLAN

    • Goal-oriented roadmap for artistic and professional growth

    • Clear next steps for entrepreneurship, performance, or academia

    • A five-year actionable personal and career development plan

    INDUSTRY READY MATERIALS

    • Professional bio, resume, and CV tailored for artistic careers

    • Website & social media strategy (if applicable)

    • Mock interview feedback for real-world preparation

    FINAL PROJECT PORTFOLIO

    • Completed capstone project showcasing learned skills (for selected participants)

    • A detailed project proposal, development strategy, budget and financial model

    NETWORK OPPORTUNITIES

    • Access to mentors, industry professionals, and fellow participants

    • Alumni connections & ongoing career support

THE 2026-2028

PROGRAM TIMELINE

Welcome to Cohort 2.

This two-year fellowship program bridges the gap between artistic excellence and industry readiness success—empowering musicians to build sustainable, innovative careers with skill, confidence, and purpose.

Through structured learning and hands-on application, participants consolidate their skills into a cohesive action plan tailored to their individual goals. Participants are selected through a multi-stage process, including an application and interview, followed by a comprehensive program of mentorship and community engagement.

STAGE 1 — APPLICATION & ADMISSION

Applications open: May 11th, 2026

Application deadline: July 1st, 2026

Finalist Interview Round: August 1st - 19th, 2026

GIM Cohort 2 Announced: August 24th, 2026

STAGE 2 — THE FELLOWSHIP

Fellowship key dates:
Year 1: September 14th, 2026 – June 7th, 2027

  • Weekly online sessions take place on Zoom every Monday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM East Africa Time, excluding certain holidays.

  • Monthly in-person check-ins and music-making sessions with our Africa-based team

  • One-on-one mentorship sessions with an assigned mentor

  • Potential KOFISI performances, dates TBD

‍ ‍- MID-YEAR BREAK -

Year 2: September 13th 2027 – June 5th 2028

  • Weekly online sessions take place on Zoom every Monday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM East Africa Time, excluding certain holidays.

  • Monthly in-person check-ins and music-making sessions with our Africa-based team

  • One-on-one mentorship sessions with an assigned mentor

  • Potential KOFISI performances, dates TBD

Final Fellowship Date: June 5th, 2028

Final Showcase: TBD

STAGE 3 — EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR

(By Invitation only*)

Participants demonstrating high levels of effort and growth will be invited to an advanced seminar at the University of Wisconsin Madison.

  • Interview invitations sent: October 4th, 2027

  • Decisions announced: November 1st, 2027

  • Seminar Dates: July 2028 TBD

*Final approval and availability of seminar positions are subject to confirmation by the University of Wisconsin–Madison and contingent upon forthcoming program development.

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CURRICULUM - COHORT 1

At the heart of it all: a program that equips musicians with the tools, mindset, and support to thrive—as artists, leaders, and innovators.

  • THE ART OF SELF-DEVELOPMENT

    • Orientation, personal growth strategies, and individual goal setting.

  • THE PROFESSIONAL GROWTH BLUEPRINT

    • Career mapping, branding, and foundational tools for professional development.

  • MUSICIANS AS EDUCATORS – SKILLS FOR QUALITY IMPACT

    • Pedagogical strategies, workshop facilitation, and creative leadership.

  • PROJECT DEVELOPMENT & MANAGEMENT

    • Practical planning, budgeting, fundraising, and partnership building.

  • FINAL PROJECT – SELF-GUIDED WITH MENTORSHIP

    • Participants develop and refine their final projects with individual mentor support.

GLOBAL IMPACT MUSICIAN SEMINAR

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ON-SITE SEMINAR

  • A two-week educational seminar consisting of workshops, lectures, panel discussions, roundtables, and guided group discussions at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Mead Witter School of Music

  • Collaboration with UW-Madison faculty, industry experts, community, and peers

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CROSS-DISCIPLINARY EXPERIENCE

  • Cross-disciplinary seminar workshops in music & technology, education, business, media, and health sciences

  • Subjects include music therapy research, AI, 3D printing, cross-genre compositions, multimedia installations, and community engagement initiatives

  • Live presentations, discussions, and feedback sessions

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CROSS-CULTURAL CONNECTIONS

  • Cross-cultural exchange of ideas

  • Exploration of artistic practices

  • Cross-cultural educational dialogues

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SEMINAR COLLABORATORS & PARTNERS

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FOUNDERS & FACULTY

The Global Impact Musician Program is led by a distinguished international faculty whose diverse expertise reflects a shared commitment to artistic excellence, inclusive education, and global impact.

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    Dr. Zeynep Alpan

    Global Impact Musician Co-Founder

    Violinist, Youth Orchestra of St. Luke’s Symphony Conductor Chair, Faculty member in New York Philharmonic and Lincoln Center, Board Member of American Friends of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

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    Taya König-Tarasevich

    Global Impact Musician Co-Founder

    Flutist, VERITÀ BAROQUE Ensemble Co-Founder, Faculty Member at the University of Wisconsin–Madison

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    Levi Wataka

    Global Impact Musician Co-Founder

    Conductor Nairobi Orchestra and Director at Ekuota Africa, Musical Director of the National Youth Orchestra of Kenya and Assistant Music Director of the Safaricom Youth Orchestra

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MENTORS

Students are working with a diverse pool of experienced mentors who offer personalized guidance, feedback, and career insight. Mentors support each student’s artistic and professional goals, helping them refine ideas and navigate their projects with clarity and confidence.

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In-person Mentorship Session with Wanjiku Mwotia and Taya König-Tarasevich st KOFISI (August 22nd, 2024)

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Q&A Session with Paul Odera, Zeynep Alpan at KOFISI (August 20th, 2024)

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    Paul Odera

    Director of Rugby and Pathway Manager

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    Emma Morton

    Ekuota Africa - Educational Consultant, EM Mentor

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    Karest Lewela

    Global Products and Services Procurement Director at Publicis Groupe

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    Matthew H. Brown

    Associate Professor in African Cultural Studies at University of Wisconsin-Madison, Author of Indirect Subjects: Nollywood’s Local Address

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    Harry Kiiru

    PhD Candidate for African Cultural Studies, EM Mentor

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    Philip Sheegog

    Co-Founder and Cellist of ARKAI, EM Mentor

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    Aaron Greer

    Professor of Film at UW-Madison, EM Mentor

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    David Lee Freeman II

    General Manager at Equinox,
    Founder of Orchestra Auditions, EM Mentor

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    Anotonina Sterina

    Soprano, Embodiment,
    Mentor & Coach, Somatic &
    Feldenkrais Practitioner

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    Eugenia Ottaviano

    Violinist Alinde Quartett, EM Mentor

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    Angela Lobato

    Cellist, actor, Founder of Thaleia
    and Chaconne Ensemble

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    Sol Dalia Armukarker

    Freelance Musician, EM Mentor

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    Luis Herrera Albertazzi

    Percussionist and Assistant Director of Concert Services, Boston Conservatory at Berklee

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    Dr. Wanjiku Mwotia

    Educator

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    Humphrey Sipalla

    Editor-in-Chief, Kabarak University Press

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    Elina Medvedeva

    Business Owner, Finance Specialist

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    Joshua Cockream

    Lawyer

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    Dr. Geissy Araújo

    Neuroscientist

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    Jeremy Weiss

    Baritone, Performer, Creator

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    Dr. Kevin Riordan

    Counseling Psychologist and Educator

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    Ilana Schroeder

    Violist and Musicologist at University of Wisconsin-Madison

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    Lea König

    Psychologist and Pianist

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    Ana Silvestru

    Music Producer and Educator

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    Dr. Elio König-Tarasevich

    Physicist and Professor at University of Wisconsin

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    Ehren Valmé

    Arts and Finance Professional

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    Scott Ordway

    Composer

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    Ashley Stanley

    Educator, Flutist, Athlete

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    Nanjala Antonia

    Kenyan Pianist

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    Eric Wainaina

    Kenyan Singer

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    Judah Onesimus

    Kenyan Jazz Musician, Trumpeter, Composer, Arranger, Believer

COHORT #1 STUDENTS

Our student cohort brings together a group of highly motivated, talented individuals from Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia and Tanzania. Their backgrounds span a rich spectrum of disciplines, including music education, technical practice, science, entrepreneurship, performance, and folklore traditions. Each participant contributes a unique perspective and a shared dedication to creative and interdisciplinary exploration. We take great pride in the cohort’s continual growth and are excited to celebrate the milestones they achieve throughout—and beyond—the program.

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    IBRAHIM ABDI

    FRENCH HORN, KENYA

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    IAN AKHUYO

    ACOUSTIC GUITAR, KENYA

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    KABUUBI AKRAM

    AFRICAN DRUMS, UGANDA

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    IRENE SOPHIE AKULLU

    GUITAR, UGANDA

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    FRANCIS ANYWAR

    AFRICAN DRUMS, UGANDA

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    HANIFA CHELAGAT

    ALTO SAXOPHONE, KENYA

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    NAKIBUULE CLAIRE

    SAXOPHONE, UGANDA

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    MUGISHA CONFIDENCE

    TRUMPET, UGANDA

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    CYRUS EDARU

    PERCUSSION, UGANDA

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    TANA GACHOKA

    VOICE, KENYA

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    TIGIST GETAHUN

    VIOLIN, ETHIOPIA

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    EYUEL GETANEH

    TROMBONE, ETHIOPIA

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    THIERRY HENRY ISHIMWE

    PIANO, RWANDA

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    MPIINDI JAMES

    TRUMPET, UGANDA

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    SHARON JEWRENCE

    CELLO, KENYA

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    KILANDE NATASHA JOY

    TENOR HORN, UGANDA

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    TONNY KAMARACHI

    TUBA, UGANDA

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    BRIAN KIDEGA

    TENOR HORN, UGANDA

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    MERCY KIMANZI

    PERCUSSION, KENYA

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    MUMBERE KISAMBI

    BASS GUITAR, UGANDA

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    LEMECK KWENA

    PERCUSSION, KENYA

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    DANIEL KYAMA

    KEYBOARD, KENYA

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    HAROLD LUKYAMUZI

    CORNET, UGANDA

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    BARRACK LWANGA

    PERCUSSION, KENYA

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    JOSEPH MAKANDA

    OBOE, KENYA

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    ESTHER MAUKA

    BASS GUITAR, KENYA

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    HOPE MKIWA

    PIANO, KENYA

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    MUSHAGA FREED

    GUITAR, UGANDA

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    NARA JA MUSTS

    AFRICAN DRUMS, UGANDA

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    MUHONJA MUJEGA

    VOICE, KENYA

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    ERIC MUNGUFENI ADROA

    GUITAR, UGANDA

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    DIEUDONNE MURENGEZI

    PIANO, RWANDA

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    ISAAC MWANZIA

    PIANO, VOICE

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    FLORENCE NAKACHWA

    EUPHONIUM, UGANDA

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    SHUKRA NAMBWERE

    GUITAR, UGANDA

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    EVERTON NDIAWO

    CLARINET, KENYA

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    SONIA NG'ANG'A

    VIOLIN, KENYA

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    URSULA NYAVVEYA

    CELLO, KENYA

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    GLORY NYANGUSI

    SONGWRITER, TANZANIA

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    MARLINE OCHIENG

    VOICE, KENYA

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    JULIUS OCHIENG

    VIOLA, KENYA

  • A young man holding a small trumpet, smiling, standing in front of a colorful wall with a large letter 'S' and other abstract shapes.

    ENOCK OKECHA MUKISA

    TRUMPET, UGANDA

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    JULIUS OKELLO

    DOUBLE BASS, KENYA

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    JOHNSON OLOO

    PERCUSSION, KENYA

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    ANN OMOLLO

    FRENCH HORN, KENYA

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    WILTON ONYANGO

    FLUTE, KENYA

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    DAVID OTIENO

    VIOLIN, KENYA

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    WYCLIFE OTIENO

    BASSOON, KENYA

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    JOY OTIENO

    GUITAR, KENYA

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    DILAN OTIENO

    VIOLIN, KENYA

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    ELVIS OTIENO

    SAXAPHONE & FLUTE, KENYA

  • A young woman holding a yellow recorder in front of her face outdoors, smiling, with braided hair decorated with pink beads, wearing a black denim jacket and colorful bracelets.

    SOPHIA OTIENO

    CLARINET, KENYA

  • A young man with short hair and a mustache, wearing a black blazer over a red shirt, standing outdoors in front of a black water tank.

    JOSEPH JUMA

    PIANO, KENYA

  • A woman with dark hair styled in a bun, smiling, wearing a color-blocked black and blue dress, standing outdoors on a city sidewalk near a white car and a tree, with buildings in the background.

    LEWINSKY ATIENO OWINO

    CLARINET, KENYA

  • A man playing a trombone indoors, with others in the background, in a setting with wooden walls.

    MOURIS SEKIRANDA

    TROMBONE, UGANDA

  • A young woman in graduation attire with a black cap with a red tassel, a black gown with red and green accents, and a blue sash, holding a stack of books against a plain gray background.

    JEAN SIIMA

    VOICE, UGANDA

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    TRACY SITATI

    CLARINET, KENYA

  • A young man sitting indoors, playing a green and gold clarinet, wearing a black shirt and green pants, with a focused expression.

    MICHAEL SPENCER

    CLARINET, KENYA

  • A man wearing sunglasses, a Louis Vuitton T-shirt, and a wristwatch plays an orange electric guitar in front of a microphone, with a blurred outdoor background.

    ISAAC WANDEMBA

    GUITAR, UGANDA

  • A man with a beard and short curly hair wearing a white dress shirt, sitting indoors, looking at the camera.

    JOEL WATATUA

    TRUMPET, KENYA

  • A woman playing a brass instrument, possibly a tuba, with a focus on her face and the instrument's valves.

    BARBRA WERE

    TUBA, UGANDA

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Global Impact Musician Weekly Snapshot No.9

GIM Cohort 2 applications are now open. In Snapshot No. 9, we celebrate Cohort 1’s momentum, including new collaborations, awards, jobs, income growth, and expanded networks, while inviting our community to the June 12 Final Concert in Nairobi and online.

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Global Impact Musician Weekly Snapshot No.8
Global Impact Musician Weekly Snapshot No.8

This week’s snapshot introduces Antonina Sterina, Global Impact Musician’s embodiment coach, and explores how embodiment practice helps students build awareness, presence, and confidence through movement, consistency, and self-reflection.

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KICK-OFF WEEK AND INAUGURAL CONCERT

AUGUST 2025

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OUR PARTNERS

University of Wisconsin-Madison

The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Music Education program is internationally recognized for its excellence in teaching and research. Faculty explore diverse areas such as educational policy, equity and inclusion, music history, popular culture, and philosophy. The program is dedicated to promoting inclusive, socially conscious, and globally relevant music education.

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KOFISI Centres Africa

KOFISI Centres is a leading network of premium flexible workspaces across Africa, designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and productivity. With thoughtfully curated interiors and state-of-the-art amenities, KOFISI is dedicated to redefining the modern workplace through design excellence, community engagement, and a commitment to sustainable, human-centered growth across the continent.

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APPLICATIONS FOR COHORT 2 ARE OPEN

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