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SUMMARY:WAY OUT IS IN by Andile Yenana live at Jazzcentre
DESCRIPTION:Press release: \n\n\n\nThe Centre for Jazz and Popular Music proudly presents pianist\, composer\, producer and educator Andile Yenana as he celebrates the release of his new album\, WAY OUT IS IN on Wednesday 11 March at 17:30. \n\n\n\nAfter a 20-year hiatus\, South African jazz master Andile Yenana returns with WAY OUT IS IN\, a powerful live recording captured in Basel\, Switzerland at Bird’s Eye Jazz Club in June 2018. The album was recorded over three days in front of a live audience\, capturing the spontaneity and depth that define Yenana’s artistry. \n\n\n\nReflecting on the long wait between releases\, Yenana shares: \n\n\n\n“I needed time to strip away everything (that no longer aligned) — old relationships\, familiar places\, even certain versions of myself — to listen more deeply. In that quiet\, I began rediscovering what truly moves me musically and culturally. I went back to the Xhosa folk songs I grew up with — songs that shaped me — and through that process of letting go and returning\, I was able to reimagine these songs on the piano.” \n\n\n\nThis album is the result of a rich cultural exchange between Yenana and Swiss musicians. International collaboration is not new to him; at 26\, he participated in a music exchange programme with Norwegian musicians alongside his mentor\, Zim Ngqawana. Having previously experienced such cross-cultural partnerships\, Yenana had a strong sense of how this creative journey might unfold. \n\n\n\nWAY OUT IS IN represents a culmination of his musical quests — a reflection of everything he has learned and continues to learn. For Yenana\, learning is an ongoing\, lifelong process. \n\n\n\nThe project was inspired by cultural fellowship\, shared ideas\, environment\, and the freedom to articulate a personal story in a distinctive way. Presenting himself before audiences unfamiliar with his music in Switzerland and experiencing their warm reception further shaped the spirit of this recording. \n\n\n\nThe album invites listeners to venture into both familiar and unknown territories in search of their true selves. It also aims to offer a sense of resolution and introspection to all who engage with it. \n\n\n\nWAY OUT IS IN was officially released on 24 October 2025 and is available on all digital platforms. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 11 March 2026Doors Open: 17:00Music Starts: 17:30Venue: University of KwaZulu-Natal – Howard College CampusDennis Shepstone Building\, Level 2Centre for Jazz and Popular Music \n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening of profound musical storytelling and celebration of a master artist’s long-awaited return. \n\n\n\nTickets available online or cash at the door: https://fixr.co/event/andile-yenana-way-out-is-in-album-launch-tickets-294113731?region=za \n\n\n\n\nFor further information or to arrange an interview\, please contact: \n\n\n\nUnathi Magaqa \n\n\n\nE-mail: blackmilkproductions@gmail.com \n\n\n\nMobile: 071 637 2681
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/way-out-is-in-by-andile-yenana-live-at-jazzcentre
CATEGORIES:Press Release
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260316T233000
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SUMMARY:The Songbook Sessions
DESCRIPTION:For immediate release: The Songbook Sessions \n\n\n\nThe Songbook Sessions is ostensibly a Monday night jam session\, in two halves. The first half is a curated set featuring tunes selected by an invited band leader. The tunes are made available in advance\, with links to charts and audio\, and are ranked from beginner\, easy\, intermediate\, to advanced. The second half is an open jam session. \n\n\n\nThese sessions intend to bring together musicians from all walks\, other performance practitioners\, students and teachers\, and audiences that appreciate musical conversation and live music. It seeks to unearth new repertoires\, to interrogate the notion of ‘standards’\, to acknowledge our histories\, the multi-cultural society that we live in\, and to be more inclusive of mastery that exists on the periphery of our communal practice. \n\n\n\nThe Songbook Sessions are on Mondays from 6-8pm at the UKZN Centre for Jazz and Popular Music. Entrance is free for participating musicians and artists. \n\n\n\nThe Songbook Sessions Monday night jam session is made possible with the funding support of Concerts SA\, Festival Enterprise Catalyst \, SAMRO and the National Treasury Jobs Fund \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details  \n\n\n\nEvent: Date: Every Monday in February 2026 \n\n\n\nDoors open at: 17:30 \n\n\n\nVenue: Centre for Jazz and Popular Music\, UKZN (Durban) \n\n\n\nUniversity of Kwa-Zulu Natal\, Howard College Campus\, Dennis Shepstone Building\, Level 2 \n\n\n\nTickets:  R130 \, R100 for pensioners and R70 for students with a valid student card \n\n\n\nTickets at Webtickets: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1587340270 \n\n\n\nFor more info contact zamat1@ukzn.ac.za
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/the-songbook-sessions
CATEGORIES:Press Release
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T234522
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SUMMARY:Nduduzo Makhathini Sacred Concerts feat Linda Sikhakhane
DESCRIPTION:Press release: \n\n\n\nThe Centre for Jazz and Popular Music proudly presents Nduduzo Makhathini Sacred Concerts featuring Linda Sikhakhane on Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 17:30. \n\n\n\nSacred Concerts is a new ‘sound strategy’ that Improvisor and scholar Nduduzo Makhathini is embarking on. This follows from his various projects seeking to align sounds with context(s). Makhathini believes that sounds possess ‘spiritual significance’. As such\, this concert is focused on various types of ‘sacred’ music that stems out of indigenous cultural (and religious) systems that influence Makhathini’s musicality. \n\n\n\nFor the inauguration he invites his collaborator and saxophonist Linda Sikhakhane to explore what ‘sacredness’ might look and sound like when approached from an improvisation standpoint and with some ‘jazz’ sensibility. \n\n\n\nDr Nduduzo Makhathini: \n\n\n\nSince making his international debut for Blue Note in 2020 with Modes of Communication: Letters From the Underworlds\, the South African pianist and composer Nduduzo Makhathini has earned widespread acclaim for the genuinely spiritual transcendence of his music. \n\n\n\nHis music explores themes of African spirituality\, colonial history\, cultural identity\, and healing\, while promoting hope\, balance\, and freedom for humanity. \n\n\n\n\nEvent details \n\n\n\nNduduzo Makhathini Sacred Concerts feat Linda Sikhakhane \n\n\n\nWednesday 18 March 2026 \n\n\n\nDoors Open: 17:30 \n\n\n\nTime: 18:00 – 20:00 \n\n\n\nVenue: Centre for Jazz and Popular Music\, UKZN \n\n\n\nHoward College Campus\, Dennis Shepstone Building\, Level 2\, Durban \n\n\n\nTickets at webtickets https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1590292149 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nR130 (General Admission) R100 (Pensioners) R70 (Students with valid student card) Or cash at the door if not sold out
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/nduduzo-makhathini-sacred-concerts-feat-linda-sikhakhane
CATEGORIES:Live,Press Release
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260324T173000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260324T220000
DTSTAMP:20260517T234522
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SUMMARY:Kozo Zwane for the March edition of Twosday
DESCRIPTION:Press release: \n\n\n\nThe Centre for Jazz and Popular Music proudly presents Kozo Zwane for the March edition of Twosday\, Tuesday 24 March 2026 at 17:30. \n\n\n\nOriginally 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 grounded by and in prayer – structured around vocal layering and guitar\, his performances generally involve choral work from vocal ensemble Buyambo.  2024 saw him take on more solo shows\, and he finally makes his debut at the UKZN Centre for Jazz and Popular Music. \n\n\n\nHis love for sonic experimentation has led him to the scoring of internationally acclaimed films\, as well as the creation of soundtracks for a show at SA Fashion Week 2022 as well as live theatre production ‘Of Loss’ by TheatreDuo. He started 2024 with a performance at a gift of the givers fundraiser\, opening for Alice Phoebe Lou at the Baxter theatre. Since then\, He has performed on many sold out shows in Cape Town\, Johannesburg and Durban as a solo act and alongside collaborators such as Muneyi\, Internet Athi and Kujenga. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\nTwosday Live with Kozo Zwane \n\n\n\nTuesday\, 24 March 2026 \n\n\n\nDoors Open: 17:00 \n\n\n\nMusic Starts: 17:30 \n\n\n\nTickets available online via Webtickets: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1589267397 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis will be a captivating experience filled with sing alongs\, laughter\, tears and warmth. Expect a preview of new music with pianist Nkosinathi Matomela. The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music\, University of KwaZulu-Natal\, Howard College Campus Dennis Shepstone Building\, Level 2. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets available for cash at the door R130 (General)\, R100 (Pensioners)\, R70 (Students)
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/kozo-zwane-for-the-march-edition-of-twosday
CATEGORIES:Press Release
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260325T173000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260325T220000
DTSTAMP:20260517T234522
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SUMMARY:The Jazzy Shandu Ensemble (JSE) live at UKZN Jazzcentre
DESCRIPTION:Press release \n\n\n\nThe Centre for Jazz and Popular Music proudly presents The Jazzy Shandu Ensemble (JSE) on Wednesday 25 March 2026 at 17:30. \n\n\n\nThe 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 the 1980s. Assisted by guitarist Bheki Khoza and bassist Jimmy Mngwandi\, Mbatha produced a CD of his music with voices a couple of years ago. \n\n\n\nCurrently he is leading The Jazzy Shandu Ensemble (JSE)\, with Samkelo “Njinji’ Magwaza on keyboard\, Thuto Motsemme on double bass\, Nhlanhla Moletsane on trumpet\, Phathokuhle Khathi on trombone and Manelisi Khumalo on tenor saxophone\, and Mbatha on drums. The ensemble instrumentally performs this uniquely South African kind of jazz. It recently captivated people at a Bat Centre concert. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\nThe Jazzy Shandu Ensemble (JSE) \n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 25 March 2026 \n\n\n\nDoors Open: 17:00 \n\n\n\nMusic Starts: 17:30 \n\n\n\nVenue: University of KwaZulu-Natal – Howard College Campus \n\n\n\nDennis Shepstone Building\, Level 2 \n\n\n\nCentre for Jazz and Popular Music \n\n\n\nTickets will be available for cash at the door.
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/the-jazzy-shandu-ensemble-jse-live-at-ukzn-jazzcentre
CATEGORIES:Live,Press Release
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260331T203000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260331T220000
DTSTAMP:20260517T234522
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SUMMARY:The Songbook sessions joins The KZN Schools Jazz Festival Closing
DESCRIPTION:As a departure from its regular Monday night time slot at the UKZN Centre for Jazz and Popular Music\, the last Songbook Session for March is hosted at the Chris Seabrooke Music Centre on Tuesday March 31st\, at 8.30pm and forms part of the KZN Schools Jazz festival. \n\n\n\nIt will close off the 2026 festival in unforgettable style\, and audiences are invited to a high-energy Festival Jam Session\, a brand-new addition to this year’s programme. The jam session creates a vibrant platform where established professionals and emerging voices intersect\, embodying the spirit of mentorship\, creativity\, and community that defines the KZN Schools Jazz Festival. Featuring Ghanaian pianist\, composer Victor Dey Jr.\, Shaun Johannes\, Riley Giandhari with a special guest appearance by vocalist Natalie Rungan. This closing session promises spontaneity\, collaboration\, and electrifying musical conversation. \n\n\n\nThe Songbook Sessions Monday night jam session is made possible through the generous funding support of Concerts SA\, Festival Enterprise Catalyst\, SAMRO\, and the National Treasury Jobs Fund. \n\n\n\nEvent: The Songbook Sessions Tuesday 31 March 2026 \n\n\n\nTime: 20:30 \n\n\n\nVenue: Chris Seabrook Theatre located at Durban High School (DHS)\, Durban’s oldest boys’ high school 255 St Thomas Road \n\n\n\nMusgrave \n\n\n\nDurban\, 4001 \n\n\n\n\nTickets: \n\n\n\nR130 (General Admission) \n\n\n\nR100 (Pensioners) \n\n\n\nR70 (Students with valid student card) \n\n\n\nTickets available via Webtickets : https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Performance.aspx?itemid=1588510907 \n\n\n\nMedia & General Enquiries: \n\n\n\nEmail: zamat1@ukzn.ac.za \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor audiences and musicians alike\, The Songbook Sessions offers a vibrant platform for collaboration\, learning\, and musical exploration—continuing its mission to cultivate community through live performance and shared repertoire.
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/the-songbook-sessions-joins-the-kzn-schools-jazz-festival-closing
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260401T173000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260401T200000
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SUMMARY:Dey & Rungan – A preview to the launch of African Breyani
DESCRIPTION:Press release: Dey & Rungan – A preview to the launch of African Breyani1 April 2026 | 17:30 \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nA Durban-born artist with a career spanning over two decades\, Rungan has earned recognition locally and internationally\, including Best Jazz Vocalist at the Old Mutual National Jazz Encounters (2002) and a PhD in Music from Rhodes University in 2023. She has released eight albums and performed across Africa\, Europe\, and the United States. \n\n\n\nAfrican Breyani\, created with Ghanaian pianist and composer Victor Dey Jr.\, blends South and West African jazz influences. The project places African musical traditions at the centre of jazz\, combining rich rhythms\, melody\, and storytelling into a contemporary\, collaborative sound. \n\n\n\nThis live tour offers an intimate preview of the album\, featuring Rungan and Dey alongside Shaun Johannes (bass) and Riley Giandhari (drums). Audiences can expect live performances of the first three singles\, along with insights into the creative process behind the music. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 1 April 2026Doors Open: 17:00 | Music Starts: 17:30Venue: University of KwaZulu-Natal – Howard College Campus\, Dennis Shepstone Building\, Level 2Centre for Jazz and Popular Music \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets (cash at door): R130 | Pensioners: R100 | Students: R70
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/dey-rungan-a-preview-to-the-launch-of-african-breyani
CATEGORIES:Press Release
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260408T173000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260408T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T234522
CREATED:20260402T121830Z
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SUMMARY:Two tenors for Trane
DESCRIPTION:The UKZN Centre for Jazz and Popular Music celebrates the centenary anniversaries of Miles Davis and John Coltrane in celebration of Jazz Appreciation month \n\n\n\n2026 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 and Trane @100 : the impact of Miles Davis and John Coltrane on SA jazz and culture. Consequently\, our regular Wednesday night concert program at CJPM will pay homage to these two jazz giants with a sequence of four themed concerts in April: \n\n\n\nOn the 8th Two tenors for Trane \n\n\n\nMaster saxophonists and Trane devotees\, Linda Sikhakane and Leon Scharnick lead off a stellar rhythm section in celebration of John Coltrane. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1591084587 \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 8April 2026Doors Open: 17:00 | Music Starts: 17:30Venue: University of KwaZulu-Natal – Howard College Campus\, Dennis Shepstone Building\, Level 2Centre for Jazz and Popular Music \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1591630666 \n\n\n\nTickets (cash at door): R130 | Pensioners: R100 | Students: R70
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/two-tenors-for-trane
CATEGORIES:Live,Press Release
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260414T173000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260414T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T234522
CREATED:20260409T105731Z
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SUMMARY:Soul Stirring Journey with Njilour
DESCRIPTION:Press release: Soul Stirring Journey with Njilour \n\n\n\nOn Tuesday 14 April\, The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music presents Twosday Live with Njilour. \n\n\n\nUKZN 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 to be swept away by rhythm\, culture\, and raw musical energy as Afro-pop sensation Njilour performs live music from his catalogs. Njilour has carved out a distinct place in the South African music scene\, earning recognition through both his solo work and collaborations with prominent local artists. \n\n\n\nHe now brings his sound to life on stage in an experience that promises to be unforgettable. Audiences can expect electrifying performances that seamlessly blend jazz\, Afro-pop\, Maskandi\, and soul\, creating a rich and immersive soundscape. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\nEvent Details: Twosday live with Njilour \n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday 14 April 2026 \n\n\n\nDoors Open: 17:00 \n\n\n\nMusic Starts: 17:30 \n\n\n\nVenue: University of KwaZulu-Natal – Howard College Campus \n\n\n\nDennis Shepstone Building\, Level 2 \n\n\n\nCentre for Jazz and Popular Music \n\n\n\nTickets will be available on webtickets or for cash at the door. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1587241945
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/soul-stirring-journey-with-njilour
CATEGORIES:Live,Press Release
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260415T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260415T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T234522
CREATED:20260409T193148Z
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SUMMARY:The Annual Jazz vocal showcase
DESCRIPTION:Press release: \n\n\n\nThe 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 \n\n\n\n2026 provides opportunity to celebrate the centenary occasions of two jazz giants\, Miles Davis and John Coltrane. Part of the month-long themed celebration honouring these jazz icons\, Miles and Trane @100 : the impact of Miles Davis and John Coltrane on SA jazz and culture\, CJPM presents the Annual Jazz Vocal Showcase on Wednesday 15th April at 17:30 at the UKZN Centre for Jazz & Popular Music.   \n\n\n\nThe annual celebration of vocal jazz spotlights the repertoires of Miles and Trane as jazz voice lecturer\, Debbie Mari guides the talented singers through iconic songs and improvised solos. The audience can expect some Davis and Coltrane usuals such as Moment’s Notice\, Body and Soul and So What along with other much loved jazz standards\, selections of South African music and a four-part vocal arrangement of the beautiful Naima\, arranged by Scott Gwinnell\,  which promises something for everyone! The concert features Libongwe Mbutho\,  Sikelela Khulu\,  Amahle Cele\, Blessing Buthelezi\, Amahle Khumalo\, Andisa Ngubo\, Andiswa Makhoba\, Sindiswa Motha and Blessing Mkila along with the Neil Gonsalves (piano)\, Thuto Motsemme (bass) and Riley Giandhari (drums). \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\nEvent Details: The Annual Jazz vocal showcase \n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 15 April 2026 \n\n\n\nDoors Open: 17:00 \n\n\n\nMusic Starts: 17:30 \n\n\n\nVenue: University of KwaZulu-Natal – Howard College Campus \n\n\n\nDennis Shepstone Building\, Level 2 \n\n\n\nCentre for Jazz and Popular Music \n\n\n\nTickets will be available for cash at the door.
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/the-annual-jazz-vocal-showcase
CATEGORIES:Live,Press Release
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260422T173000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260517T234522
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SUMMARY:Miles meets Mzansi
DESCRIPTION:Press release: Miles meets Mzansi Wednesday 22 April 2026 at 17:30 \n\n\n\nThe UKZN Centre for Jazz and Popular Music celebrates the centenary anniversaries of Miles Davis and John Coltrane in celebration of Jazz Appreciation month \n\n\n\n2026 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 and Trane @100 : the impact of Miles Davis and John Coltrane on SA jazz and culture. Consequently\, our regular Wednesday night concert program at CJPM will pay homage to these two jazz giants with a sequence of four themed concerts in April: \n\n\n\nMiles meets Mzansi \n\n\n\nThe spirit of innovation and futurism of Miles Davis meets the imagination of young South African musicians. Classics re-imagined with a feel Mzansi flavour will be finessed as new arrangements and interpretations of Miles Davis tunes are woven into the sound of contemporary South Africa. Ntokozo Nsimbane on trumpet\, Siyalo Zulu on trombone\, Neil Gonsalves on piano\, Zolile Mgqatsha on bass and Riley Giandhari on drums. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details  \n\n\n\nWednesday 22 April 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:     R130\, pensioners R100\, students R70
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/miles-meets-mzansi
CATEGORIES:Live,Press Release
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T234522
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SUMMARY:Trumpeter George Mari Presents a Miles Davis tribute
DESCRIPTION:Press release: \n\n\n\nThe UKZN Centre for Jazz and Popular Music celebrates the centenary anniversaries of Miles Davis and John Coltrane in celebration of Jazz Appreciation month \n\n\n\n2026 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 and Trane @100 : the impact of Miles Davis and John Coltrane on SA jazz and culture. Consequently\, our regular Wednesday night concert program at CJPM will pay homage to these two jazz giants with a sequence of four themed concerts in April: \n\n\n\nWednesday 29th Of April \n\n\n\nGeorge Mari Presents a Miles Davis tribute \n\n\n\nThe Legendary George Mari communicates the intricacy of Miles Davis melodies and serenading solos like no other. His career of 20+ years proves him fit to tribute Master Trumpeter Davis. George Mari(trumpet)\, Debbie Mari(voice)\, Leon Scharnick(saxophone)\, Melvin Peters(piano)\, Thuto Motsemme (bass) and Sbu Zondi (Drums) take to the stage to celebrate classic Miles. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details  \n\n\n\nWednesday 29 April 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: R130\, pensioners R100\, students R70 (cash at the door)
URL:https://music.ukzn.ac.za/event/trumpeter-george-mari-presents-a-miles-davis-tribute
CATEGORIES:Live,Press Release
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260505T173000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T234522
CREATED:20260429T105659Z
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UID:5988-1778002200-1778011200@music.ukzn.ac.za
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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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T234522
CREATED:20260429T113832Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260513T173000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T234522
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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
CATEGORIES:Live,Press Release
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260518T121500
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260518T130500
DTSTAMP:20260517T234522
CREATED:20260429T110322Z
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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:20260520T173000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260520T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T234522
CREATED:20260513T083433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T083433Z
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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
CATEGORIES:Press Release
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