Siama Matuzungidi 
(see-AHH-maw) 

Back in Africa, Siama formed his legacy by recording hundreds of songs and touring the world with popular Soukous artists. He's lived on four continents and performed for three presidents.

Now in Minneapolis, he charms audiences with catchy songs, intricate guitar, syncopated rhythms, spirited singing, and traditional instruments like the mbira, lokole, and balafon.

Awards

2026  McKnight Fellowship for Composers
2026  MRAC Creative Connections grant
2023  MRAC Arts Impact for Individual Artists grant
2019  MN State Arts Board Arts Tour grant
2017  Parents’ Choice Parent-Approved award 
2017  Creative Child award
2016  MRAC Next Step grant  
2015  MN State Arts Board Artist Initiative grant
2014  McKnight Fellowship for Musicians 
2009  African Global Roots Award