Inauguration

Musician Chmba Ellen Chilemba ’17 talks on grief, gratitude, President Holley’s inauguration and reflects on her time spent at Mount Holyoke

Musician Chmba Ellen Chilemba ’17 talks on grief, gratitude, President Holley’s inauguration and reflects on her time spent at Mount Holyoke

Today, many on campus know Chmba Ellen Chilemba ’17, better known by her stage name CHMBA, as the DJ who performed at President Danielle R. Holley’s 90s-themed inauguration party. The talented musician has opened for musicians like American pop star Madonna and Benenise singer-songwriter Angelique Kidjo. Her second EP, “Okongola Caucus,” came out earlier this year.