About the Pan African Choir
The Soul Behind It All
From Uganda’s vibrant heart to the United States and beyond stages around the world, the Pan African Choir is where African voices soar.
Beyond choral music—we are a movement, a connection, and a celebration.
Every melody carries a story, every harmony pulses with culture, and together we create moments that linger long after the last chord fades.
Our Story
It began with a quiet, resolute dream. After 12 years of shaping young musicians as CEO of Kampala Music School, Simon Yiga stood at the threshold of retirement—but not of purpose. What started as a plan to step back became a calling to go deeper, to continue impacting lives through choral music in a way that would reach far beyond the classroom.
From that moment, the Pan African Choir was born—not just as an ensemble, but as a living vision. A space where voices could rise, stories could travel, and African choral music could find its place on the global stage.
Today, that dream sings across continents—carried by every performance, every cultural exchange program, and every life impacted along the way.
Step Closer. Listen. Feel.
This is the soul behind it all—a celebration of African artistry, community, and the magic of voices joined together.
Our Mission
Is to open doors for African choral music—through performance, education, and global collaboration—so that every voice we nurture has an opportunity to shine.
Our Vision
Is a world where African voices are celebrated on every stage, in every city, in every language, and in every heart. Where culture, rhythm, and story come together to unite, inspire, and empower.
The Rhythm That Guides Us
At the heart of everything we do is a rhythm—a way of being that shapes our sound and our journey.
We pursue artistic excellence, creating music that moves, inspires, and lingers long after the final note fades.
We honor cultural integrity, carrying the wealth of our heritage in every story we sing. Through collaboration, we bring voices and ideas together, amplifying both our impact and our joy.
We believe in access and opportunity, opening doors for young voices to rise, grow, and shine. And through global connection, our music travels beyond borders, bridging continents and spirits.