SELF-TAUGHT pianist and keyboard player, Philangezwi Zondi, recently impressed his teachers with his musical talent after being caught playing imaginary piano on his desk during class once he’s finished his schoolwork.
‘I noticed that Phila sits and plays imaginary piano whenever he gets a gap in the classroom,’ explained St Catherine’s School Grade 2 teacher, Teressa Springorum.
ALSO READ: Schools warned against withholding pupils’ results
‘On further investigation, it turned out that young Phila started playing piano at age seven, growing up in a musical household and watching his brother Siphelile (19) play.
‘Without a single formal lesson, Phila is already playing intricate chords and composing his own tunes,’ said Springorum. This has not gone unnoticed by his music teacher Bongani Ndlovu, who is now working with the youngster to further develop his talent.
If you missed the full story in the ZO, it can be downloaded on the ZO app.
HAVE YOUR SAY
Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter.
For news straight to your phone invite us:
WhatsApp – 060 784 2695
Instagram – zululand_observer
