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| Abdullah Ibrahim, born in Cape Town, South Africa in 1934, remembers hearing traditional African songs, religious music and jazz as a child - all of which are reflected in his music. He received his first piano lessons in 1941 and became a professional musician in 1949 (Tuxedo Slickers, Willie Max Big Band)... |
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| The Band’s music ranges from township Jazz, African Music to the Beatles, Elton John, music from shows and Glen Miller Big Band numbers. They also played at flea markets bistros and private and corporate functions... |
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Authentic, fresh, full of young life yet imbued with a sense of maturity, and with just enough sophistication to take it across generations, Aya is becoming an integral part of the musical lives of South Africa’s discerning music lovers. Into the space between the jazzy torch songs of old, and a fresh homegrown infusion of earthy...
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Who is Babu? Babu fuses the complexity and vibrancy of jazz with the long-standing improvisational practices of Indian classical music, which has had an extensive history of spirituality in music. This fusion of two streams of musical expression taps...
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| Beat-Route is essentially a traditional acoustic jazz band, their sound is best suited for sophisticated cocktail type events where people want a polite, classy and seductive background show which still allows for conversation and networking... |
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| Black South Easter take their name from the uplifting and revitalizing winds that blow across the Cape Peninsula and the music they play follows in its path. With infectious grooves and soaring melodies the band captivates and moves their audiences... |
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| A multi-talented seven piece outfit comprising seasoned musicians which offers energized fusion of well-loved jazz standards, African tunes and pop as well as original material from Zami Mdingi's and Blackie Tempi's albums... |
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| Hailed as The Jazz Maestros, Chilli & Lime is a vibrant young jazz band that has firmly established itself on the South African jazz scene. Since their inception in 2006, Chilli & Lime has performed alongside great South African artists, including Mango... |
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| The word “legend” is loaded with meaning – especially when one thinks of Blues-legends. It conjures up images of seasoned older players that have been touched with a rare gift, and whose talent has been salted through the onslaught of years in the music business... |
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| Don recorded his first big hit with the group which was called ‘Oneness’, before moving to form his own band with ‘Chicco’ Twala, called ‘Image’. The group lasted for 10 years. In the 10 years they have recorded no less than 12LP’s... |
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| In 2001 Ernie Smith released his first Album, “Child of the Light”, which went on to win Major acclaim, seeing him win 2 SAMA awards for Best New Comer and 1 KORA award for “Most Promising Male in Africa”. The South African star ... |
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| Fezile “Feya” Faku is a trumpet & flugel horn player born in the Port Elizabeth township of New Brighton. His passion for the instrument grew, with no formal training, from the guidance & support of the town’s local musicians. In 1988 he was accepted... |
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As a professional musician I come highly recommended for weddings, corporate functions, fashion shows or just about any occasion where music is needed.
I learned to play saxophone in the S.A. Military Orchestra... |
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| Born in Mofolo and raised in Pimville, Soweto, Gloria’s career began in the church choir in much the same way as her American contemporaries. A production at the Market Theatre in 1993 earned her a scholarship to study opera at the... |
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| Ever since the day in 1954, at age 14, when Archbishop Trevor Huddleston gave him a trumpet, Masekela has played music that closely reflected his beginnings as a little boy in Witbank. He was born as Hugh Ramopolo Masekela. He began singing... |
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| JIMMY DLUDLU was 13 years old when he first picked up a cousin's home made guitar and started teaching himself to play by imitating the jazz and African music he heard on the radio. His first performances were at township weddings... |
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| It is twelve years since Jonas Gwangwa returned home from 30 years in exile, and not a moment too soon. This remarkable composer, arranger, bandleader and trombonist has regained his household name and consolidated his reputation as... |
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| Judith Sephuma’s sensational debut album of 2002. A Cry, A Smile, A Dance, scooped two prestigious SAMA awards as well as two Kora All Africa Awards, establishing her reputation as a major force in South African music. By the end of 2002... |
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| Lira set a soul scorching benchmark with her 2006 album FEEL GOOD – and with her late 2008 release, SOUL IN MIND she’s once again created a record that is defined by its honesty, soulfulness, femininity and utter joyfulness... |
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| Manouche got together as a result of a group of musicians' love for the style of music called Gypsy Jazz. This style was created by Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grapelli in 1934 and is a unique blend of American jazz standards and gypsy rhythmic... |
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| McCoy Mrubata is one of South Africa’s finest saxophonists, versatile on the tenor, soprano and alto saxophones as well as the flute, and has gained recognition internationally as well. The Nordic Black Theatre in Oslo invited him to perform... |
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| Born with a talent that was soon to be discovered, Mimi started performing at a very tender age, she is blessed with an incontestable talent to beat many her age. Asked when she started singing? “At church like many others and the fact that music... |
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| Taryn was born in Zimbabwe and began dancing at the age of four training in ballet, modern and tap.
She took part in numerous amateur theatre productions before making her professional debut as Alice
in “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers... |
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| Here is a multi-talented young man who has more than paid his due to achieve his status that he so deserves. OLUFEMI is one of the finest, amazing saxophonist who is ready to make Africa proud by combining west African flavour with the Southern... |
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| Sheer Sound proudly presents the latest recording from piano maestro Paul Hanmer in the form of “Naivasha,” Paul’s 4th solo album. “Naivasha” is a selection of music mostly written from Paul’s home. The album is a dedication to the people... |
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| IT has been indeed a long trip for Ray Phiri. From early days in Mpumalanga, where he was born and raised, where he used to dance to his troubadour father’s puppet shows. Ray had his first break when he, in 1962, managed to dance... |
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| CAPE TOWN born vocalist Ringo Madlingozi is currently emerging as one of South Africa’s strongest new live performing acts. Ringo however, is no newcomer to the music scene, and has perservered through a succession of bands... |
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| Sans of Time have been around for nearly a decade and have evolved into a holistic and complete trio that fits perfectly for any Corporate Function, Gala Dinner, Product Launch, Wedding, Fund-Raiser, Special Birthday Bash or whatever occasion... |
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| MULTI-TALENTED, soulful and dynamic, Sibongile Khumalo has enchanted diverse audiences all over South Africa and beyond.She interprets with integrity and poise a variety of musical genres. From traditional South African and European sounds... |
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We have a number of excellent jazz bands on our books, but we highly recommend the Solly Mabena African Jazz Band. With many of his own compositions and 2 CDs to his credit, Solly Mabena is one of South Africa’s foremost African jazz artists... |
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| WITH over twenty albums to his credit, singer songwriter Steve Kekana has been a consistent force in the South African music scene since the early 1980’s. Born in 1958 in Zebediela in South Africa’s Limpopo Province, he lost his sight at age five... |
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| “Thandiswa is one of the best combinations of songwriting talent and voice that I have had pleasure to work with in my 30 years in the music industry - an inspiring and joyful experience!” - JP “Bluey” Maunick (Incognito)... |
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| Considering the growing popularity of light jazz bands at South African venues we have pleasure in introducing to you the multi-talented Tuxedo Junction, led by popular saxophonist/penny-whistler Jimi G who, both as the band’s frontline member... |
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| Zamajobe Sithole is evidently impacting the South African music scene with her debut album (released through SONY BMG Music Entertainment/Giant Steps label) titled, NDAWO YAMI (My Place) the album that announces an arrival of substantial... |
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