Monthly Archives: June 2010

We have a winner!

Last week’s Xeex Sibbiru (Fight Malaria) Song Contest final concert was astounding! It began with an incredibly skilled drumming troupe followed by dancers and traditional singers, and featured performances by Youssou Ndour, Viviane, Carlou D, Philipe Monteiro, other Senegalese artists, and of course the talented Xeex Sibbiru Song Contest finalists.
To my surprise, I arrived to [...]

Behind the scenes at Yengoulene

Here are two videos showcasing some of the finalists rehearsing on Monday and Tuesday night at Club Yengoulene (”shake youselves”). We’re gearing up for tonight’s show, which I predict will an incredible night!
Xeex on,

Adam Horowitz
Peace Corps Volunteer
Dakar, Senegal

Finally, the finale!

Well, it’s 3:30 a.m. here in Dakar and I just got home from the second long night of rehearsals. It’s been great fun but exhausting for all involved. I didn’t get home last night until 5 o’clock! Tomorrow (or, well, later today) is the final concert!
After I get some sleep, I’ll upload a video [...]

Meet the Finalists!

The finalists are here! They arrived in Dakar last week, and they’re currently training at Bouba Ndour’s house for the final contest which will take place this Wednesday evening. I’ve been hanging out with the contestants and recording some interviews and impromptu jam sessions at Bouba’s house. Check out this video for a taste of [...]