Kinshasa, a heroic symphony
Ten years of war and corruption have transformed "Kin la belle" into "Kin la poubelle". But nothing can diminish its reputation as Africa's musical capital. Renowned throughout the continent for its energy, its creativity and its music for dancing the night away, Kinshasa has also given birth to an astonishing musical line-up - the only black symphony orchestra in Africa.
June 2009