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SUMMARY:African Music and Dance (AMD) Lunch Hour Concert
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Mhlazane Ngihambel’indlw’emnyama (The day I paid the Black community a visit): The Musical \n\n\n\nUKZN School of Arts\, African Music Project is once again exhilarated to showcase the African Music and Dance (AMD) ensembles in action. This semester’s edition is a musical chronicle of the African Indigenous people’s beliefs\, superstitions and the functionality of their music within daily lives. The repertoire features Amahubo songs\, Maskandi and story-telling\, as well as African dance. The performance skills ensembles are directed by Mr. Mfundiseni Ndwalane (Amahubo ensemble) and Ms. Nozuko Nguqu (Maskandi andIndigenous African Music composition ensembles) featuring Ingoma ensemble by Mr. Thabiso Zondo and Maskandi guitar by Mr. Matshitshi Ngema. \n\n\n\nFor our new audience this will be an introduction\, while it will be a nostalgic moment for those who have been following indigenous African musicians’ performance livelihoods. Do not miss this for any reason\, Walala wasala!! \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details  \n\n\n\nVenue: University of KwaZulu Natal\, Howard College Theatre \n\n\n\nTime: 12h15 – 1: 05 pm \n\n\n\nDate: 18th.May 2026 \n\n\n\nEntry: FREE!! \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact: \n\n\n\nDr. Opondo at Opondop@ukzn.ac.za\, Ms. Thulile Zama – 031-2603 385 or Ms. Nozuko Nguqu: +27 83 3289 509
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/african-music-and-dance-amd-lunch-hour-concert
CATEGORIES:Live,Press Release
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260608T180000
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SUMMARY:The Songbook Sessions Featuring Susan Barry
DESCRIPTION:THE SONGBOOK SESSIONS FEATURING SUSAN BARRY \n\n\n\nThe Centre for Jazz and Popular Music proudly presents The Songbook Sessions\, led by renowned pianist\, composer\, educator\, and eThekwini Living Legend Susan Barry\, on Monday\, 8 June 2026 at 18:00. \n\n\n\nA former lecturer at the University of KwaZulu-Natal\, Susan Barry has made an indelible contribution to South African jazz as both a performer and educator. Over a distinguished career spanning several decades\, she has worked alongside some of the country’s most celebrated musicians\, most notably the iconic Busi Mhlongo. \n\n\n\nBarry co-founded the influential jazz ensemble Vukani and later collaborated closely with Mhlongo for more than 25 years. Together\, they toured extensively\, recorded acclaimed works\, and performed as part of the band Twasa until Mhlongo’s passing in 2010. \n\n\n\nRecognised as an eThekwini Living Legend for her outstanding contributions to music and education\, Barry has also been involved in numerous cross-cultural projects and collaborations with artists from across Southern Africa\, including Mozambique. Her influence extends beyond the stage\, having mentored and inspired generations of South African jazz musicians through her teaching and artistic leadership. \n\n\n\nThe Songbook Sessions has provided a vibrant platform for collaboration\, learning\, and musical exploration. Bringing together audiences and musicians through shared repertoire and live performance. This special edition promises an evening of exceptional musicianship\, insightful interpretation\, and musical storytelling led by one of Durban’s most respected jazz figures. \n\n\n\nThis performance marks the 20th and final edition of The Songbook Sessions – Monday Night Jam Session series for the current season. The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music extends its sincere gratitude to Concerts SA and its partners for their invaluable support in making this series possible. Their commitment to supporting live music and nurturing creative communities has enabled audiences and musicians alike to engage in meaningful artistic exchange throughout the years. \n\n\n\nFollowing this performance\, the Centre for Jazz and Popular Music will take a short mid-year break and will reopen for its new programme of concerts and events on Wednesday\, 22 July 2026. Audiences can look forward to another exciting season celebrating South Africa’s vibrant jazz and popular music traditions. \n\n\n\nThe Songbook Sessions is proudly supported by Concerts SA. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT DETAILS \n\n\n\nDate: Monday\, 8 June 2026 \n\n\n\nTime: 18:00 \n\n\n\nVenue: Centre for Jazz and Popular Music \n\n\n\nTickets:• R130 – General Admission• R100 – Pensioners• R70 – Students \n\n\n\nTickets are available through Webtickets or for cash purchase at the door. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Performance.aspx?itemid=1595344558 \n\n\n\nFor more information:ukznjazzjamsessions@gmail.com
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/the-songbook-sessions-featuring-susan-barry
CATEGORIES:Live,Press Release
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260805T173000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260805T190000
DTSTAMP:20260729T175422Z
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SUMMARY:CUBAN CROSSOVER – Alfredo & Clarissa Hechavarría
DESCRIPTION:PRESS RELEASE \n\n\n\nCUBAN CROSSOVER – Alfredo & Clarissa Hechavarría bring Latin\, Jazz\, and World Music to South Africa \n\n\n\nThe Centre for Jazz and Popular Music proudly presents the internationally acclaimed duo Alfredo and Clarissa Hechavarría from Wiesbaden (Germany) on Wednesday 05 August 2026 at 17:30. \n\n\n\nAlfredo & Clarissa Hechavarría are bringing their unique musical style – a vibrant blend of Jazz\, Latin\, Pop\, World Music\, and Classical to South Africa. Their tour features concerts\, workshops\, and masterclasses in collaboration with South African universities. \n\n\n\nTour Highlights include: \n\n\n\nCollaborations: Performances with ensembles from the University of Pretoria\, Tshwane University of Technology\, and the University of KwaZulu-Natal (Durban). Masterclasses: Cuban bassist and composer Alfredo Hechavarría will lead masterclasses based on his book “Latin Grooves for Bass & Drums”. Vocal Coaching: German singer and lecturer Clarissa Hechavarría will offer vocal and improvisation workshops centered around Nat King Cole. \n\n\n\nFeatured programs include “Mambo Kings”\, “Thank You\, Nat”\, and “Cuban Crossover”. All arrangements are penned by Alfredo Hechavarría who will be on bass\, Clarissa Hechavarría on vocals\, they will be join by Riley Giandhari on drums\, Alberto Chamane on percussion\, Neil Gonsalves on piano. \n\n\n\n\nCUBAN CROSSOVER – Alfredo & Clarissa Hechavarría \n\n\n\n​Venue: Centre for Jazz and Popular Music\, Shepstone Building Level 2\, University of KwaZulu-Natal\, Durban\, Natal \n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 05 August 2026 \n\n\n\nPerformance Time: 17:30 – 19:00 HRS \n\n\n\nTickets available for cash at the door. \n\n\n\n“Our music aims to build bridges – between genres\, cultures\, and people. Music is the common language we all understand\,” says Clarissa Hechavarría. \n\n\n\nPress Contact: Clarissa Hechavarría ✉ diablas@web.de \n\n\n\n🌐 http://www.alfredo-bass.com    http://www.clarissima.de \n\n\n\n\nEntrance Fee:General: R130\, Pensioners R100\, Students: R70
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/cuban-crossover-alfredo-clarissa-hechavarria
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260909T173000
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SUMMARY:Instrumental showcase
DESCRIPTION:PRESS RELEASE \n\n\n\nFeel the Rhythm: UKZN’s 2026 Instrumental Showcase Brings the Stage to Life Wednesday 09 September 2026 at 17:30. \n\n\n\nGet ready for an evening of extraordinary musicianship as the Centre for Jazz and Popular Music presents the 2026 Instrumental Showcase\, featuring talented students from the UKZN School of Arts Music Programme. \n\n\n\nTaking place on Wednesday\, 9 September 2026\, this exciting showcase will spotlight the creativity\, versatility and musical energy of some of UKZN’s emerging instrumentalists. Audiences can expect an engaging evening of live music as the next generation of performers takes centre stage. \n\n\n\nAmong the featured musicians are Phethokuhle Shozi on piano and keys\, Zolile Mgqatsa on bass\, Jude Miller on saxophone and trumpeter Phakamile Mtshali\, alongside many more talented student musicians. \n\n\n\nThe showcase promises to be a celebration of instrumental performance and the vibrant musical talent emerging from UKZN. Expect tunes from composers such as Bheki Mseleku\,Freddie Hubbard and Andile Yenana. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 9 September 2026 \n\n\n\nDoors open: 17:00 \n\n\n\nMusic starts: 17:30 \n\n\n\nVenue: Centre for Jazz and Popular Music\, Dennis Shepstone Building\, Level 2\, Howard College Campus\, UKZN \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission: R130\, Pensioners: R100\, Students: R70 \n\n\n\nCash at the door. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhether you are a passionate jazz enthusiast\, a supporter of young musicians\, a UKZN community member or simply looking for an inspiring night of live music\, the 2026 Instrumental Showcase is an event not to be missed.
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/instrumental-showcase
CATEGORIES:Live,Press Release
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260930T173000
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SUMMARY:Echoes of Marabi: SA–Swiss Collab | Yonela Mnana & Benedikt Reising ft. Soultee Sisters + Rico Baumann
DESCRIPTION:Press Release \n\n\n\nEchoes of Marabi: SA–Swiss Collab | Yonela Mnana & Benedikt Reising ft. Soultee Sisters + Rico Baumann — Live at UKZN Jazz Centre \n\n\n\nThe Centre for Jazz and Popular Music proudly presents a beautiful collaborations\, ‘Echoes of Marabi’ (SA-Swiss collab) with Yonela Mnana and Benedikt Reising (CH) featuring the Soultee Sisters (vocals) & Rico Baumann (drums)  live at UKZN Centre for Jazz and Popular Music on Wednesday 30 September 2026 at 17:30. \n\n\n\nOne of the longest lasting relationships with South African jazz\, has been that with Switzerland. Musicians from both countries connecting over years. The latest project is an astoundingly beautiful and unique duo album titled Echoes of Marabi\, a project featuring South African pianist Yonela Mnana and Swiss saxophonist Benedikt Reising. It is an album that celebrates their connection and friendship. They are joined by the dynamic voices of the Soultee Sisters from Katlehong. The album was released in September 2025. \n\n\n\nReising is no stranger to the South African music landscape\, having been part of several projects and tours there and Mnana is well established as a pianist\, known for his powerful voice and compositions. The duo first met via South African trumpeter Mandla Mlangeni\, while touring in 2018 with a Swiss-SA project called The Mill. The pair’s relationship was strengthened upon promoting that album in Europe in 2019 when both Mnana and Reising were based in Bern. They spent a lot of time together and shared musical ideas that they were passionate about. \n\n\n\nThe concert features Yonela Mnana (vocals\, piano)\, Benedikt Reising (alto & baritone saxophone\, bass clarinet\, flutes)\, Happiness Siyoko (vocals)\, Nompumelelo Gugu Kubheka (vocals) and Busisiwe Shongwe (vocals) and Rico Baumann (drums) \n\n\n\n\nEvent details \n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 16 September 2026 \n\n\n\nDoors open: 17:00 \n\n\n\nMusic starts: 17:30 \n\n\n\nVenue: Centre for Jazz and Popular Music\, Dennis Shepstone Building\, Level 2\, Howard College Campus\, UKZN \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission: R130\, Pensioners: R100\, Students: R70\, Cash at the door or webtickets Echoes of Marabi Live at The UKZN Jazz Centre
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/echoes-of-marabi-sa-swiss-collab-yonela-mnana-benedikt-reising-ft-soultee-sisters-rico-baumann-2
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SUMMARY:Zoe the Seed- stories from the South
DESCRIPTION:PRESS RELEASE \n\n\n\nZoe the Seed Presents Stories from the South at UKZN Jazzcentre. \n\n\n\nSouth African jazz artist Zoe the Seed brings Stories from the South to the Centre for Jazz and Popular Music at UKZN\, presenting an evocative evening of music\, storytelling and cultural memory. \n\n\n\nRooted in the rich traditions of South African jazz\, Stories from the South explores the diverse cultures\, languages and experiences that shape life in Southern Africa. The performance draws on Swati and Zulu cultural narratives\, contemporary jazz and original compositions to tell stories of identity\, heritage\, love\, resilience and community. \n\n\n\nThe project also confronts urgent social realities\, including gender-based violence\, using music as a space for reflection\, dialogue and healing. Alongside these challenging narratives are stories of love and human connection — celebrating the resilience and humanity that continue to bind communities together. \n\n\n\nFor Zoe the Seed\, the project is about more than performing music. It is about creating a living conversation between tradition and contemporary life\, while celebrating the stories that make the South African experience both complex and deeply connected. \n\n\n\nZoe will be joined by a dynamic ensemble featuring Zibusiso Makhathini on piano\, Senzo Mdamba on bass\, Sbahle Mkhize on drum\, Leon Sharnick on sax and Siyalo Zulu on trombone\, bringing together musicians whose artistic voices are closely connected to the stories being told. \n\n\n\nStories from the South promises an intimate and thought-provoking journey through the sounds\, memories and experiences of the region. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEVENT DETAILS \n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 06 October 2026Doors open: 17:00Music starts: 17:30Venue: Centre for Jazz and Popular Music\, Dennis Shepstone Building\, Level 2\, Howard College Campus\, UKZNGeneral Admission: R130Pensioners: R100Students: R70 \n\n\n\nTickets: Cash at the door or at webtickets Stories from the South \n\n\n\nGetting there: Please use Gate 3 or Gate 8 off Rick Turner Road.
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/zoe-the-seed-stories-from-the-south
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