Kalumba (pronounced KA-LOOM-BA) performs sacred music, a hybrid blend of traditional and contemporary music from Uganda, Guinea, Mali and the many worlds of spirit. All tracks are original compsitions utilizing traditonal instruments from Uganda, East Africa and Mali and Guinea, West Africa. Instruments include the Akogo (Ugandan Thump Piano), the Karimba, (Congolese Thumb Piano), the Adungu (Ugandan Harp), the Djembe and Dunun (Malian and Guinean Drums). The Ensemble is directed by Martin Klabunde, who plays with various musicians who have a similiar intention with music.

"We all have a cosmic dream to remember and integrate into this human body and we all have a mission on this earth. Music is a direct connection to the stars, where we meet our true self and begin the journey. Music is the food that nurtures our soul and give us strength and courage to be humble and have compassion for all beings."

Martin Klabunde

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES

November 12, 2009: Martin Klabunde and friends perform at The World Care International Partner Projects of East Africa. 5:30 - 7:30 PM at World Care, 3538 E. Elington Place, TUcson, AZ, 85713. $20 Entry Donation More info: 520-975-5112 and www.worldcare.org

November 24, 2009: Martin Klabunde and friends perform at Tucson International Airport as part of the TIA Cultural Music Program. 7:30 - 8:30 PM. FREE. Location: Welcome Lounge A near Concourse A

DECEMBER 5, 2009: The Dambe Drum Ensemble performs at a benefit at The Ranch. More info to come.

January 16, 2009: Martin Klabunde and friends perform at The Valencia Pima County Public Library from 1:00 - 2:00 PM. FREE. 202 West Valencia in Tucson.

PAST PERFORMANCES

October 30, 2009: The Dambe Drum Ensemble performs with Flam Chen at Tohono Chul's Park after Dark. 5:00 - 7:00 PM. FREE. 7366 N Paseo Del Norte, Tucson, AZ 85704-4415

October 31, 2009: The Kalumba Ensemble performs at the First Annual Refugee Health Fair. The Martha Cooper Librabry, 1377 N Catalina Ave. 12 Noon. FREE.

"Trio Corona"
Martin Klabunde, Randy Granger and Stephen Cumberworth perfrom original music using native american flute, the hang drum, djembe and percussion. A very unique experience. This is a small, intimate performance and space limitations require us to limit the number of people to 30.

Kalumba
"Path of Light"

Kalumba (pronounced KA-LOOM-BA) performs sacred music, a hybrid blend of traditional and contemporary music from Uganda, Guinea, Mali and the many worlds of spirit. All tracks are original compsitions utilizing traditonal instruments from Uganda, East Africa and Mali and Guinea, West Africa. Instruments include the Akogo (Ugandan Thump Piano), the Karimba, (Congolese Thumb Piano), the Adungu (Ugandan Harp), the Djembe and Dunun (Malian and Guinean Drums).

This CD is a collaboration with KINOBE from Uganda, East Africa. Kinobe is currently on tour in the US with his band Soul Beat Africa. Check them out, they are awesome!

Cost: $15.00

Track 1. Vision 
Track 2. Sigala 
Track 3. Dembe  

We are available for both ceremonial and secular events.
For more information contact Martin at 520-245-4547 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .