Vivendi

Salif Keita, Malian author-composer-performer and Universal Music Jazz France artist
(SDR 2005-2006)

« Mali has a wealth of talent, but if young people are to get involved in a musical career, they need assistance and support and a place where they can produce their albums, and they also need to be able to make a living from their music by receiving royalties from their work, which is why we have to fight piracy.
Until now my studio, Le Moffou, which is equipped with the newest technologies thanks to the support of Universal Music Jazz France, has lacked skilled personnel. The training program launched by Vivendi in partnership with UNESCO is an extraordinary opportunity. It will let young people learn the trade of sound engineer. Le Moffou will then be able to welcome a large number of artists and become a real cultural crossroads for West Africa.»