Call for auditions: Traditional musicians and dancers in Kenya

The auditions will be held at the PPMC grounds in State House Road, Nairobi, on 4 November (8am EAT). 

To participate in the auditions, interested individuals must:

• Be above 18 years old.
• Be a Kenyan with a valid ID or passport.
• Be prepared with a repertoire not lasting more than one minute.
• Be committed to rehearsals and training.

Interested musicians should play any of the following instruments:

• Nyatiti
• Obokano
• Fiddle
• Karimba
• Traditional drums

Note: The jury will need to see the participant's showmanship in addition to their proficiency on an instrument. 

About Jamhuri Day

Jamhuri is Swahili for ‘republic’. Kenya gained its independence on 12 December 1963, and became a republic a year later, with the late Jomo Kenyatta elected as the country’s first president. Celebrations include feasts, political speeches, parades and music performances.

For more information, send an email to info@ppmc.go.ke.