Mozambican musician Stewart Sukuma revealed his contribution to the international artist residency. “"Resisting in Order to Exist"” It was the composition of a song, in partnership with Nelton Miranda, based on lyrics by Mia Couto. The work seeks to translate the desire for overcoming challenges and to value the cultural identity of the seven countries involved in the project.
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During the press conference, Sukuma highlighted the creative diversity brought together in the project, mentioning names like Xixel Langa, among other participating artists. "It was an incredible job, and above all, working again with Milton Miranda, who has always been my partner in these musical endeavors, is very rewarding," he stated.
The composition is based on marrabenta, an emblematic genre of Mozambique, but it incorporates musical influences from other Portuguese-speaking countries, such as Portugal, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, East Timor, Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe, becoming a mosaic of sounds and identities.
“I think you’ll have the opportunity to listen to the music and draw your own conclusions. I’m happy with it, and also with everyone’s participation,” Sukuma added.
The initiative is part of the project “"Resistance and Cultural Affirmation"”, coordinated by Scala Cultural Association in partnership with Khuzula, with support from PROCULTURE. Funded by European Union and co-financed by Camões, IP., The project brings together young creators from PALOP-TL and Portugal in music, dance, theater and performance workshops, recreating artistic expressions inspired by liberation struggles and anti-fascist movements.
