Siama's Congo Roots
Feel-good music from the Heart of Africa
If you're here because we sang at your school, Mbote, Moninga! ("hello, my friend"). I hope you're singing and making music. Tokomonana! ("See you again")
If you're a Minnesota teacher or administrator, use this link to book Siama's fun cultural music program at your school for FREE(!), much thanks to Classical MPR's "Class Notes Concerts".
Back in Africa, Siama Matuzungidi (see-AHH-maw) became a soukous legend, recording his intricate guitar on hundreds of songs and touring the world with popular artists. Now in Minneapolis, his catchy, upbeat songs and musicianship have earned him a McKnight Fellowship, numerous grants and a Parents' Choice Parent Approved award. He and his wife Dallas Johnson (singer/narrator) love performing special concerts and events and sharing his happy music with kids and families. In addition to singing and guitar, Siama plays traditional African instruments like Mbira (thumb piano), Lokole (tone drum) and Balafon (marimba) and he's a mean beatboxer.
“When we listen to Siama's, "Land of Yangalele" we hear home, Mama Africa. This is very beautiful music everyone can enjoy.”
— Ladysmith Black Mambazo
“We dig it! A great addition to the family music mosaic! Outstanding rhythms and performances. ”
— Joe and Justin - The Okee Dokee Brothers
Previous events
Siama's Afrobilly returns to our favorite downtown brunch spot! Siama and Dallas love playing here with Mikkel Beckmen on hand drums, washboard and other old timey delights. Come for the music, stay for the gorgeous food and bloody mary bar. https://www.hellskitcheninc.com/
We're so excited to bring our program to Winsted!
Siama co-bill with Maria Isa & Wannablanca
Backyard of Palmer's Bar, 500 Cedar Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55454
Hosted by KFAI. Very special show & our only public show for a while so don't miss it!