Come dance with us!
Kudana means to love one another in the Shona language of Zimbabwe. This is our essence: uniting people with the heart and spirit of Africa through our music.
Using seven marimbas, mbira, guitar, percussion, and vocalists, our energetic, visually engaging performances create an uplifting experience!
The melodic, spiritual music of Zimbabwe, first brought to the U.S. by Dumisani Maraire, inspired band founder Ong Kar Walen to form Kudana in 1987.
After the heartbreaking loss of Ong Kar Walen, Kudana continues to move forward by discovering deeper connections with the Zimbabwean sound. Our continued collaboration with Zimbabwean musicians such as dear friend Musekiwa Chingodza and the brilliant guitarist Gilbert Zvamaida has expanded our understanding of the music, enabling us to continue to “show the love,” as Ong Kar wished Kudana to do right from the start.
Music
Shows
Southern Oregon's premiere Arts & Crafts event. Over 130 booths, three stages of live entertainment and delicious food offerings provide a unique experience for all ages.
ZIMBABWEan marimba party! • 6 bands!
3rd Annual Benefit Show for HUMWE: The Cosmas Magaya Cultural Arts and Education Centre
• Mhondoro, Zimbabwe
• humwe.org
Celebrate the 4th with us!
As usual, Kudana will be performing at the Country Fair
• 12p at Monkey Palace in Chela Mela Meadow
• 6p at Kesey Stage in Energy Park
Back for our yearly show at the Market, this time in the summer heat!
Kudana continues to excite audiences of all ages throughout the Pacific Northwest, appearing at the Northwest Folklife Festival, Oregon Country Fair, Light of Liberty Celebration, Saturday Market, and many other events.
We are also available for private parties, and can offer a set of traditional Zimbabwean mbira music as part of our performances.
For more details about our group and setup, click Read More
Please contact us below!
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Contact
- Eugene, Oregon, USA
Contact us for bookings, to receive our occasional email list or just to say hi!