Kuimba

In the artist’s words: Describe one of your earliest musical memories in detail. Lark remembers hearing the Forest People sing and dance on full moon nights in the Ituri Rainforest in the Democratic Republic of Congo. What are your top 3 all-time favorite albums on Apple Music, and why? Why did you choose these three albums in particular? Baka Beyond, Spirit of the Forest Various Artists, Mbuti Pygmies of the Ituri Rainforest Various Artists, Music of the Rain Forest Pygmies Lark says: This is the music I often heard growing up in the Ituri Rainforest. The Wambuti, the name I know them by, would pass by regularly through our village. What an incredibly special experience to have! Find a song of yours on Apple Music that you love and tell us what makes it special. Tell us why you chose this song. “Crickets” This piece of instrumental music is exotic with the combination of the tenor recorder and the Celtic harp. It takes the listener on a journey into the forest. What’s one of the most memorable moments in your career so far? Performing for children. They are so fun and open to our music — singing along, clapping, and even dancing!