As the event ended, I was approached by gentleman I had never met before. He introduced himself as Paul Mwema. Paul, originally from Lubumbashi, has lived in Richmond for a number of years and he has called me on the telephone during Ambiance Congo radio programs many times to comment and to make requests for songs. It has always been a joy to speak with him.
It was my pleasure to meet Paul face to face. We chatted briefly, and then he reached into a small bag he was carrying and handed me this plaque:
It hangs in the hallway at WRIR, just outside the studio.
Every time I see this plaque, Paul, I remember that you had this made on your own initiative, with your own resources and on your own time. I remember your kindness and good spirit. You have had an impact upon my life, sir.
Thank you, again, Paul Mwema.
You truly deserve this plaque. You have done so much to propagate and popularize Congolese music. Thank you. Apurva from Pune, India.
ReplyDeleteIt's a reminder of the kindness of others. We all need that from time to time.
ReplyDeleteThank you very much.
ReplyDeleteCan you only post in the coming days a selection of songs from PAPA WEMBA & VIVA LA MUSICA.I am looking for the following songs:
MUANAN'GO(PAPA WEMBA & VIVA)
YA GIBIER(DINDO YOGO & VIVA)
AMITIE(DJODJO & VIVA)
RYTHM MOLOKAI(PAPA WEMBA & VIVA)
AMISI(BIPOLI & VIVA)
MBONGWANA(ESPERANT & VIVA 1980)
ELU SHARUFA(PAPA WEMBA & VIVA)
I can add these to my request list and I'll work the ones I have into future programs. They're all good songs!
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