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“I saw my 77-year-old dad, and it cemented my decision to stay back, not only for my dad but for all
the young boys and girls in Fiji whom I’m happy to impart my knowledge to,” Loga reiterated.
His group, Pasifika Prima Voce, has performed at fashion shows, charitable, diplomatic and corpo-
rate events, and even kava barrel nights. Loga has judged a few local music and talent competitions,
including the recent Domo Vou Talei competition.
“I’m also currently preparing for a few productions coming on later this year,” he confided.
Loga teaches vocal lessons at the University of South Pacific’s Oceania Centre (home of the re-
nowned Pasifika Voices group), and takes private lessons.
“Just after a few months of mentoring here in Fiji, I have seen the need for education in music,” he
said.
The vocalist credits pioneers in the Fiji music industry: Vude Queen Laisa Vulakoro, Seru Serevi,
Saimoni Vuatalevu and Georgina Ledua, to name a few, who have paved the way for artists. While the
music industry has grown exponentially from bands, vocalists, chorale, church music and musician-
ship as a whole, Loga says there’s always room for more growth: “It is my hope and prayer that musi-
cians in Fiji will continue to learn as they grow.”
And while he is now offering classes, his conditions for taking on students is clear.
“I will only take classes for those who are serious about learning music. You will perform for me and
I will determine whether you truly have the passion for this or you just want to fill in your pastime,”
he said.
Given his own fight for success and recognition, and the deep commitment he has to his art, this
condition is no surprise.

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