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SUMMARY:Blessing Bled Chimanga
DESCRIPTION:Blessing Chimanga is an internationally celebrated Zimbabwean musician renowned for his extraordinary talent as a marimba player\, singer\, songwriter\, and percussionist. As a cultural ambassador for Zimbabwe\, he has captivated audiences across Asia\, Europe\, North and South America\, and Africa. \nBlessing’s music is distinguished by its energetic African rhythms and his virtuosic marimba performances\, complemented by his magnetic stage presence and engaging entertainment skills.\n​\nHe has graced prestigious festivals worldwide\, including the Harare International Festival of the Arts (HIFA) in Zimbabwe\, the Global Isai Festival in India\, and the Iguazú en Concierto in Argentina. Blessing has collaborated with iconic musicians such as Oliver Mtukudzi (Zimbabwe)\, Sona Jobarteh (Gambia)\, Freshlyground (South Africa)\, and Eric Wainaina (Kenya).\n​\nBlessing has travelled to 20+ Countries as a performer\, workshop facilitator and leadership speaker.\n​\n​His influence extends beyond performances to cultural diplomacy. Notably\, he represented Zimbabwe at the OneBeat arts residency in the USA (2014) and served as the Music Director of HIFA in 2018. As a passionate advocate for marimba music\, he has coached bands in Zimbabwe and internationally\, including touring Argentina four times with the Winad Marimba Band. \nSunday\, March 15 | Doors at 4:00 pm | Show at 5:00 pm | $15 presale + fees | $20 at door | All ages
URL:https://pressplaysalem.com/calendar/blessing-bled-chimanga/
LOCATION:Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre\, 187 High St NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert + live music
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