Imbokodo Jazz Festival aims to celebrate SA’s female jazz stars

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Durban-born jazz singer, songwriter and voice over artist, Spha Mdlalose, will be performing at the Imbokodo Jazz Festival in Durban on August 12. Photo: Supplied

WITH Women’s Month on the horizon, female artists are set to dominate this year’s Imbokodo Jazz Festival, which will take place at the N-Shed Cruise Terminal facility in the Port of Durban from 1 pm to 1 am on Saturday, August 12.

It is being hosted by the community based non-profit organisation, iTheku Regional Jazz Association (iTReJA), an affiliate of the South African Jazz Appreciators Association (SAJAA). Continue reading

Feya Faku Quartet to perform at Niki’s Oasis

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The Feya Faku Quartet will be performing at Niki’s Oasis, 138 Bree Street, Newtown, Johannesburg at 8.30 pm on July 15. Tickets R100. Phone: 082 448 6376.

The concert is supported by Concerts SA, a joint South African/Norwegian live music development project housed within the SAMRO Foundation.

Working with musicians, promoters, venue owners and audiences, and providing support to the sector through research and skills development for music professionals, the project aims to build a vibrant and viable live music circuit in southern Africa.

It also aims to develop an interest in and appreciation of live music by showcasing music performances and conducting workshops at schools.