Joy of Jazz returns

The 23rd instalment of the Joy of Jazz takes place at the Sandton Convention Centre on November 25 and 26.

Some of what audiences can look forward to include:
• Dumza Maswana with Celebrating African Song, with pianist Andile Yenana, bassist Shane Cooper and drummer Sakhi Nompozolo, alongside reedman Sisonke Xonti with hornsman Sakhile Simani and Thandeka Mfinyongo on uhadi.
• Mandisi Dyantyis.
• The band, Mahube with Music from Southern Africa, will feature saxophonist Steve Dyer (South Africa), vocalists Muneyi, Siya Makuzeni (South Africa), Xixel Langa (Mozambique) and mbira Hope Masike (Zimbabwe).
• Saxophonist and composer Budaza will pay tribute to Tshepo Tshola, Maleh featuring Leomile and Lioness.
• Gloria Bosman will lead a glorious celebration of the music and legacy of the late grand matriarch of song Sibongile Khumalo.
• A tribute to Bra Johnny Mekoa will honour the great trumpet maestro and founder of the Music Academy of Gauteng and includes saxophonists Khaya Mahlangu and Mthunzi Mvubu, trumpeters Sydney Mavundla and Prince Lengoasa, trombonist Malcolm Jiyane, pianist Mongezi Conjwa and bassist Steven Mabona, along with Hendrick Mojeki on vocals.
• Msaki and the Golden Circle.
• Charl du Plessis will feature the masterful Ziza Muftic and Thandi Ntuli.
• Thandiswa Mazwai, Brenda Mtambo Re-Framed, Press and The Gathering With Ntsika.

Festival producer Mantwa Chinoamadi-Mutsinya, said: “We’ve chosen to use this year’s festival as a catalytic investment in the recovery of local talent. Joy of Jazz has also been a central platform for the development of jazz talent over the past 23 years. As we rebuild from the hiatus of the pandemic we thought it prudent to prioritise local music and talent.”

For updates, go to social media platforms (@JoyofJazz) and the website: www.joyofjazz.co.za

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