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Arya Primary School students perform an African Chant at the music festival. [George Orido, Standard]

On the fourth day of the 96th Kenya Music Festival, youthful and graceful Taarab performances stood out as primary schools stepped back, making way for secondary schools.

Tuesday featured only girls' schools performing original Taarab songs by renowned coastal artists, focusing on talent and creativity.

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