MY PORTFOLIO
My name is Blasio Kavuma. I am a classically trained composer collaborating with artists and ensembles to create music at the intersection of western classical and black music.
Soundclash
A new work for cello and electronics, bringing together EDM, dub and classical
Spirit Level
An award-winning dance collaboration exploring spirituality through classical and Afro-diasporic music.
Root Jam
A piece for string quartet, featuring the grooves of rhumba and the intensity of Bartok.
Signification | for orchestra
An orchestral work exploring the idea of ‘signifyin(g)’ in African-american rhetoric.
Signification ii
For violin duo. Comissioned by Listenpony for their 2022 summer concert.
The Separating Line
A ground-breaking new work for string orchestra and gospel choir.
Antigone
An orchestral work exploring the idea of ‘signifyin(g)’ in African-american rhetoric.
Call:Response
For flexible percussion ensemble, this work takes a unique approach to collaboration with the ensemble, and provides a structure for performers to incorporate their own ideas and improvisations.
Land of Hope and Glory
A work for viol consort and electronics celebrating the influence of Caribbean musical culture on Britain.
What’s for Dinner?
A flexible piece aimed at young string learners, but adaptable to any age and ability
Gods of the Game
An comic opera about a corrupt World Cup boss and a plucky heroine football player
Talk to Me
hello@blasiokavuma.com