Muhamago is a at the forefront of a new wave of African composers, pushing the boundaries of traditional music. His compositions blend Mozambican folklore and instruments such as the Mbira Nyunga Nyunga with a contemporary, electronic aesthetic. He is also a member of Ti Kwenda composers group, the first cohort of the Compose Yourself Lab carried out by Africa Refocussed, a program in collaboration between NEWF and National Geographic Society.
Muhamago is a multi-talented musician who has been performing music for over a decade. His unique sound combines contrasting sounds, creating a new listening experience. Muhamago is part of several music projects and he has composed and performed music for contemporary dance pieces for multiple venues around the world. In addition, he has participated in numerous artistic residencies. He brings a fresh flavour to the scene, and his live performances are not to be missed.
Muhamago is a sound artist with a passion for exploring and creating music from the world around him. He takes his audio recorder everywhere he goes, collecting a wide range of ambient sounds. From the crashing waves of the beach to the chatter in the local markets, he tunes in and listens the music in everything. He then manipulates his recordings to create unique soundscapes that transport his audiences to new and interesting places. Recently, Muhamago has begun using Arc GIS to create dynamic interactive maps that bring his sounds to life by using a deft interplay of photography and location data.
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