Press release: The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music proudly presents Kozo Zwane for the March edition of Twosday, Tuesday 24 March 2026 at 17:30. Originally from Johannesburg, Kozo Zwane is a practicing musician who explores a variety of genres. He is heavily influenced by folk writing, South African Jazz and AmaZioni. His music is […]
Press release The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music proudly presents The Jazzy Shandu Ensemble (JSE) on Wednesday 25 March 2026 at 17:30. The Jazzy Shandu Ensemble (JSE) perform mainly compositions by Derrick “Simpi” Mbatha, who informally learnt music from Hugh Masekela and Victor Ntoni whom he met in New York, the United States, in […]
Press release: Dey & Rungan – A preview to the launch of African Breyani1 April 2026 | 17:30 The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music presents award-winning South African vocalist, songwriter, and educator Natalie Rungan, performing music from her latest album, African Breyani. A Durban-born artist with a career spanning over two decades, Rungan has earned recognition […]
The UKZN Centre for Jazz and Popular Music celebrates the centenary anniversaries of Miles Davis and John Coltrane in celebration of Jazz Appreciation month 2026 provides opportunity to celebrate the centenary occasions of two of jazz’s great icons, Miles Davis and John Coltrane. The theme therefore of our Jazz Appreciation Month(JAM) celebration in April is Miles […]
Press release: Soul Stirring Journey with Njilour On Tuesday 14 April, The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music presents Twosday Live with Njilour. UKZN Music graduate Njabulo Mbonambi better known as Njilour hails from Mandeni. He is an alumnus of the UKZN African Music and Dance (AMD) programme and a part of Young Mbazo. Prepare […]
Press release: The UKZN Centre for Jazz & Popular Music celebrates the centenary anniversaries of Miles Davis and John Coltrane in celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month … up next, the Annual Jazz Vocal Showcase 2026 provides opportunity to celebrate the centenary occasions of two jazz giants, Miles Davis and John Coltrane. Part of the month-long themed celebration […]
Press release: Miles meets Mzansi Wednesday 22 April 2026 at 17:30 The UKZN Centre for Jazz and Popular Music celebrates the centenary anniversaries of Miles Davis and John Coltrane in celebration of Jazz Appreciation month 2026 provides opportunity to celebrate the centenary occasions of two of jazz’s great icons, Miles Davis and John Coltrane. The theme […]
Press release: The UKZN Centre for Jazz and Popular Music celebrates the centenary anniversaries of Miles Davis and John Coltrane in celebration of Jazz Appreciation month 2026 provides opportunity to celebrate the centenary occasions of two of jazz’s great icons, Miles Davis and John Coltrane. The theme therefore of our Jazz Appreciation Month(JAM) celebration in […]
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal – 06 May 2026 Durban-based ensemble 5th Season Music, a collective of professionally trained musicians known for their versatility and dynamic live performances, is set to take the stage at The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music on Wednesday, 06 May 2026 at 18:00. Renowned for delivering exceptional musical experiences at corporate events, weddings, […]
The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music Presents “Lost & Found” by Siyanqoba Mthethwa The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music is proud to present “Lost & Found”, a live performance by acclaimed musician Siyanqoba Mthethwa, taking place on Wednesday, 13 May at 17:30 at the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s Howard College campus. Renowned for his vibrant and genre-blending […]
