Uasuf Gueye is a dynamic multi-instrumentalist, playing six instruments including the West African xylophone known as Bala, a skillful performer, composer, and recording artist, as well as a captivating educator and teaching artist. Uasuf Gueye creates, teaches, and plays music that appeals to listeners from any age or background and is guaranteed to leave you wanting more.
Book Uasuf Gueye for a culturally enriching and unforgettable experience!
2 reviews
Toyin O.
August 29, 2023Usuaf is a reliable professional. He came in and performed just as we expected and was extremely positive to work with.
Hired as: Multi-Instrumentalist
Thomas D.
May 2, 2023Uasuf was a excellent for our event. He had a nice combination of music and background. It was a very well rounded performance and everyone was very engaged in his performance. We would definitely hire him again for our event. Could be better with communication leading up to event, but all in all a really great experience.
Hired as: African Entertainment, World Music
Price range: $250 and up
Languages: English, Wolof
Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes
Uasuf Gueye tailors his performance depending on the type of event and the environment. Performance options include:
1. Solo artist performance as background or ambiance music and/or special features to formal events
2. 3 to 6-piece band of musicians live set – drumset, keyboard/piano, guitar, bass, brass/woodwind, singer
3. The Beauty of African Rhythm: An Introduction to Traditional West African Instruments: This is an interactive and educational lecture demonstration that introduces participants to different instruments that belong to the Manding culture of West Africa.
4. Traditional African instrument workshop packages are available for educational programs (available for schools and companies): This is a more hands-on experience where participants will learn the basic techniques for playing instruments like djembe, dun dun, bala, etc.
Uasuf Gueye, of Washington, DC, is a nationally acclaimed musician and artist. He belongs to a family of Nguewel/Diali, or oral historians and musicians. He began his study and performance of Manding and Wolof music at a very young age.
Uasuf is a dynamic djembe and dundun drummer as well as a skilled instrument craftsman. He also plays the 21-key Bala, which he learned from master artists of the Manding tradition of West Africa.
Uasuf has dedicated his life to the task of becoming an ambassador of African culture to the world. The catalyst for such a responsibility is the passion he has for reconnecting those of the African Diaspora to one another. His repertoire as a recording and performing artist ranges from traditional songs from the 13th century to contemporary original compositions incorporating hip-hop, blues and jazz riffs.
Professional work and accomplishments include:
• Lead Musician for bands Uasuf Gueye & Urban Virtuosos and the Uasuf Gueye Trio
• (phone number hidden)8 Strathmore Artist in Residence
• Musician/Performing Artist for Alex Martin Music, Proper SKANKS, Africa Unplugged and others
• Guest Artist and Lecturer for American University, Berklee College of Music, and various D.C.-Maryland-Virginia area K-12 schools
• Music Accompanist for Kankouran African Dance, Coyaba Dance Theater, and more
Requirements that are needed:
- DI Plug/Amp or sound system
- Microphones
- Chairs
Saturday
Festival
4:00pm - 4:30pm
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Owings Mills, MD
Friday
Dinner Party
8:00pm - 8:15pm
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College Park, MD
Uasuf Gueye plays traditional music from the Manding repertoire as well as his own original compositions that mixes traditional music with jazz, R&B, and blues. Some examples might include:
1. Sundiata
2. Searching
3. My Favorite Things
4. Higher
5. Paya paya
Please contact for details
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