Our Mission

The Kenya International Chamber Music Festival- KICF- is centered around 5 main goals:

  • Raising the caliber of string playing in East Africa

  • Developing an approach that integrates the rhythms of language, enthusiasm, vitality, and discipline. 

  • Actively nurturing community engagement

  • Cultivating new audiences

  • Creating sustainable and viable career paths for young musicians in East Africa.

  • Supporting KICF apprenticeship in connection with the Eugenia String Project

  • Fostering Partnerships