Nzango Artist Residency

Based in Mozambique 🇲🇿

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About Nzango Art Residency

Built between 2008 and 2012, having officially started its activities in March 2013 in the Southern African region, the Nzango Artistic Residency is a vibrant exchange platform for artists from Mozambique and neighboring countries. Our structure allows for sustainable partnerships through artistic exchange, music production, album recording and audiovisual content, as well as the progression of academic research into traditional African music and the preservation of local Bantu cultures within and outside Mozambique .

The focus of our projects is to enable research and documentation of an older generation of traditional musicians and their sounds. We also work on musical creation, technical studio workshops to train local musicians and those from the southern region and in the circulation of new music from these meetings, through the recording of CDs as well as the dissemination of work on digital platforms. Visiting artists enjoy a safe space for the independent, non-governmental and autonomous realization of their projects and have the chance to further develop their artistic work. Over the years, cooperation with artists from across the African continent and other parts of the world has consolidated and paved the way for new collaborations, increasing the visibility and international projection of Mozambican and African music.

 With regard to the internal context of Mozambique, the Nzango Artist Residency is one of the few cultural institutions in the country that provides adequate infrastructure for artistic residencies with food and accommodation, professional recording studio, space for rehearsals and shows, as well as services such as transport management and social communications. Furthermore, the geographic location of the Nzango Artist Residency in Matola, a city neighboring the capital Maputo, is of crucial importance, as at the same time as we remain connected to central urban flows, we expand them to peripheral areas, streamlining them and increasing the reach of our projects for the Mozambican and global community.

About construction and repair of traditional Mozambican instruments

Our traditional Mozambican instrument building and repair space is a vibrant center of cultural preservation, dedicated to the art of creating and restoring instruments such as the timbila, marimba and mbira. Here, experienced artisans pass on their knowledge and skills, ensuring that these ancient practices are kept alive for future generations. In addition to serving as a place for learning and production, the space promotes a deep respect and appreciation for Mozambique’s rich musical heritage, celebrating its traditions and inspiring new musical creations.
Our traditional Mozambican instrument building and repair workshop offers an authentic and culturally rich experience, where participants have the opportunity to learn the ancient artisanal techniques used to create and maintain iconic instruments such as the timbila, marimba and mbira. Guided by master craftsmen, participants not only develop practical skills, but also delve into the history and musical traditions of Mozambique, preserving and celebrating the country’s cultural legacy.

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