The Living Music Foundation Staff
Disan kato – Director
“Meet Disan Kato, a husband, father and a gospel musician who overcome incredible adversity to become a beacon of hope and inspiration. Despite being orphaned at a young age due to HIV, Disan’s life was forever changed by the kindness of strangers who supported him through school. It was there that his remarkable musical talents were discovered and nurtured. Today Disan is a multi-instrumentalist, playing piano, keyboard, guitars and drums with skills and passion. His soulful voice has captured audiences and his music has become a balm to those seeking comfort and solace. With heartful of gratitude and spirit of generosity has dedicated his life to transforming lives of others through music he composes songs, trains young people to play instruments, sing and performs with his band; “The Vessels” to spread hope and joy”.
tashobya Innocent – Basist
A talented musician and sound engineer who has overcome remarkable challenges to find success through music. Despite he never knew their father had struggled for them to stay in school after their mother’s passing, Innocent persevered with the support of his mother’s relatives. However it was music that truly transformed his life. Bass guitar was introduced to him by a friend, Disan Kato, director of LMF, where he discovered a passion that has driven him to perform on various venues, develop sound engineering skills, and share his expertise with others at LMF .Today Innocent is a testament to the power of music to overcome adversity and shining example of resilience and determination. With deep love of music and sound, Innocent continues to inspire others, proving that no matter what challenges we face, we all have the potential to create a brighter future for ourselves and those around us” as team “LMF”.
Petra Atujuna – vocalist
Get ready to be captivated by Petra, vibrant individual who’s sure to brighten your day with a passion for life. She enjoys singing, dancing, swimming and travelling with strong IT background, she excels in digital world. However, music and dance are true loves, earning her numerous connections and recognition. She shares her talents through teaching and performing with her church choir. Petra is grateful for organizations like LMF which make music accessible to all, fostering personal growth and joy. For her, music is a way of life, providing creative expression, therapy and transformation
Franklin kashera – Drums
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Although I am talented in music my status bars me and family from formal employment. Living Music foundation helped me to volunteer in the band where I trained for necessary skills, that assisted me to be placed in The Vessels Band as an assistant drummer and percussionist ultimately assuming a full band Drummer position.
I currently double as a band drummer and instructor at LMF , where I earns income to support myself as well as supporting my whole family back in the camp.
Joliot Kasamoy – Guitars
A Pharmacist by profession, Joliot now a refugee in Uganda attached to Kyaaka refugee camp, narrowly escaped from the war torn Congo, together with his family.
Equally a highly skilled musician Joliot popularly known as Jojo loves guitars, and has a strong passion for kids with whom he shares his skills a lot.
When Jojo came to Mbarara, he took advantage of available opportunities at LMF, that he has since served as an instructor at LMF and a lead guitarist at Vessels Band, from which he earns a living as well as supporting his family in the camp.
