Maurice, orchestra, music and the swamp

A lot has been said about Ugandan music this year. Some claim it has lost its essence, while others, such as artist A-Pass, have stated that local music is dead.

It is understandable, especially when you consider the context of his reasoning. However, while this is happening, underground artists, away from the mainstream industry, are striving to innovate, challenge themselves and attract new audiences.

And that is probably the story of the Orchestra in the City, a jazz-soul concert that took place at the Kampala Golf Club, last Saturday. It was a night of experimentation, both…