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JULY 2021
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Final Call for Artists: Sauti za Busara 2022 |
Barnaba Classic Tanzania Audiences at Sauti za Busara 2021 photo by Lorenzo Maccotta
Sauti za Busara 2022 |
Sauti za Busara is a pan-African music festival centred in Stone Town, Zanzibar each year during February, attracting thousands of music-lovers from near and far. Organisers are preparing the 19th edition, to take place during 11th - 13th February 2022.
We encourage all artists playing unique music connected to the African Continent and diaspora, the Arab World or Indian Ocean regions to apply to participate.
The initial line up will be announced in October. Highlights will broadcast live on TV and online platforms.
In the meantime, we are closely monitoring the pandemic situation at home and abroad. Our foremost priority is the health and safety of all local people and visitors.
Vitali Maembe Tanzania Audiences at SzB 2021 (by Link Reuben)
Sauti za Busara 2021 audience (photo Lorenzo Maccotta)
Dulla Makabila Tanzania Audiences at SzB 2021 photo (by Link Reuben)
Final Call for Artists |
Sauti za Busara showcases quality live and original music from the African Continent and diaspora. Artists from the Arab World and Indian Ocean region are also welcome to apply.
Preference is given to:
Original music connected to Africa, the Arab World and Indian Ocean
Women artists, or groups led by women
Young, new and emerging talents
Music with messages that are positive, relevant and useful to society
Music that is performed '100% live'!
The deadline to receive completed artists' applications is 31 July 2021 (midnight EAT). For more information and link to application form, see https://www.busaramusic.org/call-for-artists-2022.
Please ensure your application includes a recent biography, audio recordings (MP3), live performance video (MP4), quality photos and/or link to your Music in Africa profile. The festival selection committee will carefully consider all complete submissions received by 31 July 2021.
Festival Tickets & Passes |
Early Bird Supersaver Tickets will soon be available online, with special rates for Tanzanian citizens, East Africa Residents and all African passport holders.
Zanzibar International Film Festival (ZIFF) |
Get ready for a fantastic selection of films, performances, workshops and more. Taking place in Stone Town, Zanzibar during 21 - 25 July 2021, the theme for the 24th edition is 'Sharing Our Heritage'. Urithi Huu Ni Wetu Sote!
For more information visit: www.ziff.or.tz
Call for Applications, ACCES 2021 |
The Music In Africa Conference for Collaborations, Exchange and Showcases (ACCES) invites African musicians based on the continent to apply for an opportunity to showcase at ACCES 2021 in Johannesburg, South Africa, from 25 to 27 November.
The application deadline is 25 July 2021 (midnight CAT).
For more information and link to application form, see https://www.musicinafrica.net/acces
Donors & Sponsors |
Sauti za Busara festival is only possible thanks to core funding support for Busara Promotions organisation throughout the year, as generously provided by the Norwegian Embassy in Dar es Salaam.
Generous branding and a wide range of sponsorship benefits are assured for all donors and sponsors. Please contact us if you are interested to partner with Sauti za Busara 2022.
Contact Busara |
Busara Promotions
P O Box 3635
Stone Town
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Find us off the airport road, Maisara
Tel: +255 242 232 423
or +255 773 822 294
Follow us @sautizabusara
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