Samite

As a very young boy, Samite was taught by his grandfather to play the African flute.

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By 12 Samite was given a Western flute, becoming one of the best flutists in East Africa.

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As a result, Samite fled to Kenya, where his professional music life began.

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But more importantly, Samite says he'll continue sharing his love of music with needy people worldwide.

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Yet it's not the fame and prestige that drives Samite.

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ELIAS: Samite has also visited underprivileged children in various African countries, including Rwanda, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Kenya and Uganda.

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And when we return, famed Uganda musician Samite takes on a journey of musical healing.

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And it's young victims like these that Uganda musician Samite wants to help, but his outreach goes far beyond Africa.

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Now an accomplished artist, Samite has released eight albums.

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Teroh grabbed a nearby Samite by the shoulder and said,

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