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SUMMARY:Twosday Kunene Legacy Performance for Africa Month 2026
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Madala Kunene Unveils New Vocal Collaboration and Cross-Cultural “Twosday” Performance for Africa Month 2026 \n\n\n\nDurban\, South Africa — April 2026 \n\n\n\nCelebrated guitarist and cultural icon Dr. Madala Kunene\, widely known as the “King of Zulu Guitar\,” will mark Africa Month this May with a powerful new artistic direction—introducing his daughters as backing vocalists while headlining a special “Twosday” collaborative concert on 5 May 2026. \n\n\n\nThis performance signals a significant evolution in Dr. Kunene’s live presentation. After many years of performing without active vocalists on stage\, he now welcomes a new vocal dimension through his daughters—Melody Kunene\, Nontombi Kunene\, and Sinothile Kunene—whose harmonies promise to bring a rich\, fresh texture to his music. \n\n\n\nThe full ensemble for the performance includes: \n\n\n\nBand: \n\n\n\n\nDr. Madala Kunene – Guitar\n\n\n\nBernard Mndaweni – Bass Guitar\n\n\n\nVishen Kemraj – Tabla\n\n\n\nSthembiso Ntuli – Saxophone\n\n\n\n\nVocals: \n\n\n\n\nMelody Kunene\n\n\n\nNontombi Kunene\n\n\n\nSinothile Kunene\n\n\n\n\nAt the heart of the 5 May concert is the innovative “Twosday” concept—an exciting musical platform designed to bring together artists who are well-established in their respective styles\, encouraging collaboration beyond their usual creative boundaries. While the name suggests a pairing\, “Twosday” also represents the meeting of musical traditions and ideas\, often expanding to include a broader ensemble. \n\n\n\nThe initiative aims to foster experimentation\, learning\, and the creation of new work that transcends familiar stylistic comfort zones. By cultivating a space where musicians can explore the edges of their performance and composition practices\, “Twosday” promotes a vibrant cross-cultural dialogue rooted in Durban’s rich and diverse musical landscape. \n\n\n\nA highlight of this collaboration is the pairing of Dr. Kunene’s distinctive Zulu guitar style with Vishen Kemraj’s mastery of the tabla\, a classical Indian instrument. Together\, they create a compelling fusion that bridges African and Indian musical traditions—an embodiment of the “Twosday” ethos. \n\n\n\nWith Durban home to an exceptional pool of talented and culturally diverse musicians\, there are strong ambitions to establish “Twosday” as an ongoing concert series\, building on the success of existing initiatives such as the popular weekly Trios series held every Wednesday. Ultimately\, the concept offers musicians a valuable opportunity to expand creatively\, exchange knowledge\, and celebrate a shared musical language. \n\n\n\n“This collaboration is about growth\, connection\, and discovery\,” says Dr. Kunene. “It’s about stepping into new spaces musically and bringing audiences along for that journey.” \n\n\n\nAudiences can expect an unforgettable evening of genre-defying music\, heartfelt storytelling\, and dynamic interplay between generations and cultures. https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1593599166 \n\n\n\n\nEvent details: \n\n\n\nTwosday: The Kunene legacy \n\n\n\nTuesday 05 May 2026 \n\n\n\ndoors open at 17:00 \n\n\n\nMusic at 17:30 \n\n\n\nCentre for Jazz and Popular Music \n\n\n\nTickets at Webtickets: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1593599166  \n\n\n\nMedia Contact:Thulile Zama \n\n\n\nZamat1@ukzn.ac.za \n\n\n\n\nCash at the door R130\, pensioners R100\, students R70
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/twosday-kunene-legacy-performance-for-africa-month-2026
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SUMMARY:5th Season Music to Perform Live at UKZN The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music
DESCRIPTION:Durban\, KwaZulu-Natal – 06 May 2026 \n\n\n\nDurban-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. \n\n\n\nRenowned for delivering exceptional musical experiences at corporate events\, weddings\, and private functions\, 5th Season Music brings together a group of highly skilled performers who seamlessly blend a wide range of genres. Audiences can expect an engaging and sophisticated evening featuring a rich mix of fusion jazz\, smooth jazz\, and funk-infused jazz. \n\n\n\nThe lineup for the performance includes: \n\n\n\n\nDevon Hore – Drums\n\n\n\nBrayden Hore – Bass\n\n\n\nNick Pitman – Guitar\n\n\n\nMark Royeppan – Keyboard\n\n\n\nColwyn Harris – Saxophone\n\n\n\n\nEach member contributes a unique musical voice\, resulting in a cohesive yet exploratory sound that captures both technical excellence and expressive artistry. This upcoming performance promises to be a vibrant showcase of contemporary jazz styles. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 06 May 2026 \n\n\n\nTime: 18:00Venue: The Centre for Jazz and Popular MusicLocation: Durban\, KwaZulu-Natal \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: R130 general admission\, R100 -pensioners\, R70- students Cash at the door \n\n\n\nAbout 5th Season Music:5th Season Music is a Durban-based music group specializing in live performances for corporate events\, weddings\, and private functions. Their repertoire spans multiple genres\, allowing them to tailor performances to diverse audiences while maintaining a signature polished and professional sound. \n\n\n\nMedia Contact:Thulile Zama \n\n\n\nZamat1@ukzn.ac.za
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/5th-season-music-to-perform-live-at-ukzn-the-centre-for-jazz-and-popular-music
CATEGORIES:Live,Press Release
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SUMMARY:The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music Presents “Lost & Found” by Siyanqoba Mthethwa
DESCRIPTION:The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music Presents “Lost & Found” by Siyanqoba Mthethwa \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nRenowned for his vibrant and genre-blending sound\, Mthethwa seamlessly fuses jazz\, gospel\, and African musical traditions. This performance follows the recent release of his EP Lost & Found\, as well as his album Inevitable Jazz Edition\, further cementing his place as an exciting voice in contemporary South African jazz. \n\n\n\nJoining him on stage is the dynamic vocalist Unathi Mzekeli\, alongside a talented band featuring Sbu Zondi on drums and Qhubekani Mthethwa on bass. Together\, they promise an engaging and memorable live music experience. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 13 MayTime: 17:30Venue: The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music\, University of KwaZulu-Natal (Howard College) \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTickets:R130 – General AdmissionR100 – PensionersR70 – StudentsTickets available at the door (cash).
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/the-centre-for-jazz-and-popular-music-presents-lost-found-by-siyanqoba-mthethwa
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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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SUMMARY:Bantu's Clef live at UKZN Jazzcentre
DESCRIPTION:Press release: \n\n\n\nThe Centre for Jazz and Popular Music (CJPM) proudly presents Bantu’s Clef on Wednesday 20 May 2026 at 17:30. \n\n\n\nConsisting of Milton Chissano (Guitar); Leon Scharnick (Alto and Tenor saxes); Doctor Vezi (Electric bass guitar); Albert Chemane (Drums); featuring Zoe the Seed (vocals)\, Bantu’s Clef’s music is characterized as instrumental World Music with strong influences of African rhythms from the Bantu people. It interlocks with various others musical influences such as African ethnic music\, American jazz\, Latin American music as well as aspirations from Baroque music and other genres of music. \n\n\n\nBantu’s Clef sound is presented in a language or aesthetic located within the expression of contemporary jazz. It includes interpretations of other composers from Mozambique\, South Africa\, Latin America and Bollywood music. Bantu’s Clef proposes a night of melo-rhythmic music that appeals for both dancing and listening with harmonic structures that travel from basic to complex\, vesting the melodies with a lyrical aesthetic inspired in African chants in dialogue with the universe. \n\n\n\nLike jazz it also includes improvisation on the form\, the musicians have the freedom to express what is in their souls. \n\n\n\n\nEvent details \n\n\n\nBantu’s Clef \n\n\n\nWednesday 20 May 2026 \n\n\n\nDoors open at 17:00 \n\n\n\nMusic at 17:30 \n\n\n\nUKZN\, Howard College Campus. Dennis Shepstone Building level 2 \n\n\n\nCentre for Jazz and Popular Music \n\n\n\nUse Gates 3 or 8 off Rick Turner Road \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKETS:  R130\, pensioners R100\, students R70 (cash at the door)
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/bantus-clef-live-at-ukzn-jazzcentre
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