A Note from the Executive Director - Daniel Kumapayi

In this opening message, the Executive Director of Akojopo Music Foundation reflects on the vision, values, and purpose behind the podcast. This episode situates Akojopo’s work within a broader Pan-African cultural ecosystem, highlighting the importance of storytelling, collaboration, and artistic stewardship in preserving and advancing African art music across generations and geographies.Akojọpọ Podcasts are a new and engaging way to interact with the Foundation's mission of bringing Pan-African art music stories to larger audiences than ever before! Our podcasts feature a wide array of topics, ranging from narratives on the origins of African art music, to interviews on current African art music trends wit musicians, composers, administrators, etc.) from around the world. Make sure to go to Akojọpọ Music Foundation's website (akojopomf.org) to learn more about our goals and programs supporting Pan-African art music!