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SUMMARY:Morgan State University with Quava Vocal Group
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, 24 May\, 15h00 | Holy Cross Anglican Church (Soweto) \nCelebrated Conductor\, Dr. Eric Conway\, brings his award-winning Morgan State University Choir \nWith Host Choir: Quava Vocal Group | Sabelo Mthembu\, conductor \nGospel\, Choral Standards\, Hymns\, African-American Spirituals\, Folk Songs\, South African\, Living Composers\, and more.  \n  \nVenue Address:  \nHoly Cross Anglican Church \nOrlando West7354 Pela St\, Orlando West\, Soweto\, 1803\, South Africa \nDoors open 30 minutes prior to the performance start time \nMorgan State University Choir \nThe Morgan State University (MSU) Choir is one of the nation’s most prestigious university choral ensembles. While classical\, gospel\, and contemporary popular music comprise the choir’s critically acclaimed repertoire\, they are renowned for their emphasis on preserving spiritual heritage in their performances. \nThe choir has performed with major symphony orchestras\, including The Philadelphia Orchestra\, Chicago Symphony\, New York Philharmonic\, and the National Symphony Orchestra. Dr. Eric Conway is the current Director of the Morgan State University Choir. Since 2004\, he has led the choir through many notable performances\, including a special performance at the service honoring Rosa Parks\, the first woman to lie in honor at our nation’s Capital Rotunda. In 2015\, at the request of First Lady Michelle Obama\, the choir sang at the White House for a nationally televised concert in the East Room alongside Aretha Franklin\, Shirley Caesar\, and Tamela Mann. During the summer of 2018\, the choir traveled to Slovakia\, Germany\, and Austria\, where they sang in Vienna’s famed St. Mark’s Cathedral. In the fall of the same year\, the choir performed Leonard Bernstein’s Mass with the Peabody Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Maestra Marin Alsop. \nThe MSU choir was recently featured on BET Network Television for a live performance at the HBCU Honors Awards and televised internationally for singing the National Anthem at NFL sporting events. In November 2025\, the Choir performed to much acclaim in a collaboration with Peabody Opera Theater to produce Kurt Weill’s opera Street Scene\, based on a Pulitzer prize-winning book with libretto by Harlem Renaissance poet Langston Hughes. \nThe choir has performed all over the world including in Thailand\, Kuala Lumpur\, Singapore\, Hong Kong\, Greece\, West Africa\, Russia\, South Africa\, Canada\, Colombia\, China\, Brazil\, Argentina\, Jamaica\, Italy\, Australia\, Cuba\, Spain\, Portugal\, Austria\, Slovakia\, Germany\, England\, Scotland\, Wales\, Peru\, Ecuador\, the Middle East\, and the Galapagos Islands. 2026 marks MSU’s return to South Africa. Having shared their musical gifts on grand stages across the globe–with numerous dignitaries and celebrated performers– the Morgan State University Choir acts as a cultural ambassador for the City of Baltimore\, the state of Maryland and the United States. For further information\, see www.msuchoir.org \nAbout Dr. Eric Conway\, Director \nFor nearly 20 years\, Dr. Eric Conway has served as the Director of the Morgan State University Choir as well as chair of the university’s Fine and Performing Arts Department. Prior to serving as Choir Director\, Dr. Conway was their principal accompanist for over 20 years. He received his Doctor of Musical Arts from Johns Hopkins University’s Peabody Conservatory where he majored in Piano Performance and minored in Conducting. While at Peabody\, Conway was a recipient of the prestigious Liberace Scholarship\, as well as a winner in the Yale Gordon Concerto Competition. Some of his significant accomplishments as pianist include a tour of Eastern Africa\, sponsored by the United States Information Agency. One of the highlights of the tour was a solo performance for Madagascan television and radio. Dr. Conway is sought after as a collaborative artist and has worked closely with some of the greatest conductors of the 20th century. In September 2015\, he was asked personally\, by Aretha Franklin\, to conduct a choir to accompany her in her performance for Pope Francis during his visit to the United States. In addition to his musical accomplishments\, he holds degrees in both Accounting and Business Management and was a Certified Public Accountant with KPMG for many years. Dr. Conway is married to Bessie Elizabeth Conway\, and they are blessed to have three sons: Eric\, Jr.\, Christopher\, and Ryan. \n \nQuava Vocal Group (fondly known as Quava) is a multi-award winning classical/jazz a cappella group based in Johannesburg\, South Africa.
URL:https://musicist.co.za/event/morgan-state-university-with-quava-vocal-group/
LOCATION:Holy Cross Anglican Church\, 7354 Pela St\, Orlando West\, Soweto\, 1803
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260524T180000
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SUMMARY:Bongeziwe Mabandla - Live In Durban
DESCRIPTION:As Bongeziwe Mabandla steps into a new era of his musical journey\, he marks the moment with a multi-city tour across South Africa and Mozambique. \nThis bold and deeply intentional chapter signals an artistic evolution grounded in heritage\, reverence for ancestry\, and a continued exploration of identity. These new musical offerings are a deeply personal reflection on his life\, his lineage\, and the spaces that shaped him. \nKnown for his breathtaking live performances\, Bongeziwe brings these new songs to life in the way audiences have come to cherish most — raw\, immersive and emotionally charged. Alongside this new material\, fans can expect beloved favourites from his acclaimed catalogue\, performed with the intimacy and intensity that have defined his shows across stages worldwide. \nEach performance forms part of this unfolding chapter and offers a powerful live experience that invites audiences to witness Bongeziwe Mabandla’s story as it continues to evolve. \nEvent Details \nDate: 24 May 2026 \nVenue: Izulu Theatre\, 1 Sibaya Dr\, Umhlanga Rocks\, uMhlanga\, 4320 \nDoors open: 18:00 \nShow starts: 19:00 \nTickets: \n\nYOUTH PLUG: 250\nPHASE 1: 300\nPHASE 2: 350\nPHASE 3: 400
URL:https://musicist.co.za/event/bongeziwe-mabandla-live-in-durban/
LOCATION:iZulu Theatre\, 1 Sibaya Dr\, Umhlanga Rocks\, uMhlanga\, KwaZulu Natal\, 4320\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260528T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260528T223000
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SUMMARY:Keenan Meyer at Hugh's Jazz Club
DESCRIPTION:Keenan Meyer is a distinguished\, SAMA-nominated South African pianist and composer born on June 3\, 1996\, in Johannesburg. Known for his virtuosic technique and profound musicality\, he is a significant figure in the contemporary South African Jazz scene. \nMeyer’s professional career spans solo performances\, chamber music\, and orchestral collaborations. His work ranges from Baroque and Classical masterpieces (Bach\, Beethoven\, Chopin) to his own avant-garde compositions. He has performed at world-renowned venues like the Barbican Centre in London and participated in the London Jazz Festival. \nIn 2024\, he received the Goethe-Institut Mobi-Arts Grant for a performance tour across Co^te d’Ivoire\, Ghana\, and Rwanda. He was named the 2024 Artist in Residence by University of Johannesburg Arts and Culture. As a clarinetist\, he has been a member of the South African National Youth Orchestra and the University of Pretoria Symphony Orchestra. \nMeyer’s original compositions blend traditional South African motifs with contemporary harmonies. He has released two acclaimed albums: The Alchemy of Living (2021); Reawakening (2024). Beyond the stage\, Meyer is a dedicated educator and advocate for music education in South Africa. He regularly conducts masterclasses and workshops\, inspiring the next generation of musicians to explore the philosophical and spiritual implications of the art form. \nToday\, Keenan Meyer remains a beacon of excellence\, honouring classical traditions while pushing the boundaries of unique South African musical expression. \nDoors open at 18:00 \nThe show begins promptly at 19:30
URL:https://musicist.co.za/event/keenan-meyer-at-hughs-jazz-club/
LOCATION:Hugh’s Jazz Club\, 73 Juta St\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260529T180000
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SUMMARY:The PE Songbook Jam Session directed by Dominic Hans
DESCRIPTION:A reimagination of modern PE/Gqeberha compositions performed by 10 singers and backed by AfroGroove SA under the baton of Dominic Hans.
URL:https://musicist.co.za/event/the-pe-songbook-jam-session-directed-by-dominic-hans/
LOCATION:The One Room\, 52 Westbourne Rd\, Ggeberha Central\, Gqeberha\, Eastern Cape\, 6001\, South Africa
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SUMMARY:Nduduzo Makhathini - Solo Piano
DESCRIPTION:The Sankayi Jazz Series is a curated live music experience that brings some of South Africa’s leading jazz artists to an intimate\, listening-focused setting. \nHosted at Sankayi Restaurant & Lounge\, the series offers a space where music\, atmosphere\, and hospitality come together\, creating a consistent home for jazz in Johannesburg. \nNduduzo Makhathini is an internationally acclaimed pianist\, composer\, and recording artist whose work blends African spirituality\, tradition\, and contemporary jazz. Known for deeply expressive and immersive performances\, he is widely regarded as one of the leading voices in South African jazz today. \nDoors open at 18:00\, and guests are encouraged to arrive early and enjoy dinner before the performance. \nMusic begins at 20:00 and will be presented in two sets in a relaxed\, seated environment.
URL:https://musicist.co.za/event/nduduzo-makhathini-solo-piano/
LOCATION:Sankayi Restaurant & Lounge\, Green Park Corner Lower Road corner\, W Rd S\, Morningside\, Johannesburg\, 2000
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260529T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260529T230000
DTSTAMP:20260525T181031
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SUMMARY:FACES of IDENTITY by Sphelelo Mazibuko
DESCRIPTION:FACES of IDENTITY is a personal and visionary music experience created and led by distinguished drummer\, composer\, and educator Sphelelo ‘Lelo’ Mazibuko. This project brings together an exceptional ensemble of established and emerging musicians\, each contributing their own interpretation and performance excellence to this exploration of identity through music. \nThis first instalment features prolific artists\, Thandi Ntuli and Benjamin Jephta\, alongside Sphelelo Mazibuko. Together the trio will present music from the early stages of their careers and engage in conversation about their musical journeys\, both as individuals and as a collective\, giving the audience a glimpse into the faces that walked beside them in their craftsmanship. \nThis collaboration is a rare occasion that you don’t want to miss. Secure your ticket before they sell out. \nEnsemble \nSphelelo Mazibuko (drums) \nThandi Ntuli (piano) \nBenjamin Jephta (double bass)
URL:https://musicist.co.za/event/faces-of-identity-by-sphelelo-mazibuko/
LOCATION:Untitled Basement\, 7 Reserve St\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260529T183000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260529T230000
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SUMMARY:Hidden Spaces presents: Xhanti Nokwali
DESCRIPTION:Xhanti Nokwali is a South African vocalist\, composer and storyteller whose work is rooted in his lived reality and the questions he carries about identity\, place and the present moment. His practice unfolds through voice\, listening and encounter\, drawing audiences into spaces that are at once intimate\, searching and communal. \nXhanti Nokwali stands as a storyteller of his time\, working through sound\, story and presence to hold space for how we arrive\, remember and meet one another. Do not miss this experience.
URL:https://musicist.co.za/event/hidden-spaces-presents-xhanti-nokwali/
LOCATION:The Fort\, 18 Fort Street\, Birnam\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260530T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260530T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T181031
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SUMMARY:The SN Project - Pantomime Tour (CPT)
DESCRIPTION:The SN Project brings his immersive sonic experience to Cape Town as part of his Pantomime Tour. \nAs The SN Project continues to carve out a distinct voice within South Africa’s Neosoul landscape\, audiences can expect a rich\, genre-blurring set featuring music from his most recent body of work\, the evocative Pantomime Vol 1 & 2\, alongside selections from his debut album Afrikanization. \nThis performance will remain true to his genre blurring nature\, weaving together jazz improvisation\, neo-soul textures\, and traditional sonic influences drawn from the South African diaspora. \nCome experience music that resists passive listening. \nEarly bird: R350 \nGeneral: R400 \nDoor: R450
URL:https://musicist.co.za/event/the-sn-project-pantomime-tour-cpt/
LOCATION:Waves Theatre Cafe 44 Long Street\, Waves Pub @ 62 Hout Street Cape Town\, Cape Town\, Western Cape\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260530T200000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260530T223000
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SUMMARY:The Soul Sessions with Brenda Mtambo
DESCRIPTION:UNTITLED BASEMENT PRESENTS: LIVE AT UNTITLED BASEMENT \nThe Soul Sessions with Brenda Mtambo – An Intimate Night of Jazz & Soul \nJoin us on Saturday\, 30 May for a special evening with Brenda Mtambo\, as she takes the stage for a stripped-down\, deeply immersive live experience. \nCentered around piano\, voice\, and percussion\, The Soul Sessions creates a warm and intimate sonic landscape — one that invites expression\, improvisation\, and a deeper connection between artist and audience. Expect a jazz-rooted set filled with soul\, nuance\, and powerful musical storytelling. \nDoors Open: 18:00 \nShow Starts: 20:00 \nTickets: R250 Early Bird / R300 Thereafter on (Quicket) | R300 (Door) \nThis is an evening for those who appreciate music in its purest form — up close\, intentional\, and unforgettable.
URL:https://musicist.co.za/event/the-soul-sessions-with-brenda-mtambo/
LOCATION:Untitled Basement\, 7 Reserve St\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260613T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260613T223000
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SUMMARY:Mbuso Khoza presents: The Zulu Soundtrack
DESCRIPTION:Mbuso Khoza presents: A Zulu Soundtrack \nIlembe — An Evening of Amahubo \nBefore there were stages\, there were fires. Before there were audiences\, there were people — gathered around their king\, their voices rising in unison\, their songs carrying the weight of a nation’s hopes\, fears\, and victories. Music was not performed. It was lived. It was the air inside the most important moments in history. Mbuso Khoza invites you back to that circle. \nMbuso Khoza is no stranger to the intersection of music and screen. As the composer behind the haunting score of Umkhokha: The Curse — the breakout Showmax series that captivated South African audiences and broke viewership records — Khoza demonstrated a rare ability to use sound as storytelling\, to make music the emotional architecture of a world. Where Umkhokha drew audiences into the shadows of the supernatural\, his next undertaking asked something even more profound of him. \nIn one of the most ambitious creative undertakings in recent South African television history\, Mbuso Khoza served as the musical soul of Shaka iLembe — the epic retelling of the rise of one of Africa’s greatest kings. Through Amahubo\, the ancient Zulu hymns that predate written record\, Khoza did not simply score a show. He resurrected a soundscape. He gave voice to a people at the exact moment they were becoming a nation. Now\, for the first time\, that music steps off the screen and into the room with you. \nA Zulu Soundtrack is a live concert experience unlike anything on the South African stage. Drawing from his celebrated work on Shaka iLembe and anchored in the ancient tradition of Amahubo\, Mbuso Khoza recreates the world where music was not background — it was the record. The story. The memory. \nIn the time of Shaka\, when great decisions were made and history turned on a single moment\, it was song that bore witness. It was the human voice — gathered\, communal\, ancestral — that ensured nothing would be forgotten. That voice belongs to all of us. Mbuso Khoza has spent a lifetime making sure we remember that. \n_”His music moves between jazz\, traditional African music\, and praise singing — and the crowds gathering are noticeably younger. Students\, artists\, and young professionals fill the room\, many encountering this sound for the first time\, yet recognising something ancient within themselves.” — OkayAfrica \nThis is what Mbuso Khoza does. He does not ask you to go back. He shows you that you never left. \nOne voice. Ancient songs. A story that belongs to all of us. \nCome and take your place in the circle. \nShow info: \nDoors open: 6pm | Show starts: 8pm \nThis series offers reserved seating only. \nQuicket: R350 | Door: R400
URL:https://musicist.co.za/event/mbuso-khoza-presents-the-zulu-soundtrack/
LOCATION:Untitled Basement\, 7 Reserve St\, Braamfontein\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2017\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260621T160000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260621T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T181031
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SUMMARY:Berita Live at The Chairman
DESCRIPTION:Afro-soul royalty returns to The Chairman for a Sunday afternoon of elegance\, soul\, and unforgettable live music. \nMulti-award-winning singer-songwriter Berita takes the stage for an intimate live performance\, bringing her signature blend of Afro-soul\, storytelling\, and timeless musicianship to one of Durban’s most iconic listening rooms. \nWith a voice that has captivated audiences across South Africa and beyond\, Berita continues to define contemporary soul through deeply personal songwriting and powerful live performances. Following the momentum of recent celebrated live showcases such as “Echoes of the Soul\,” described as a soul-stirring musical experience\, this performance promises an afternoon filled with warmth\, honesty\, and the kind of musical connection that lingers long after the final note. \nDoors open at 1PM\, with full kitchen and bar service available throughout the afternoon\, giving guests the perfect opportunity to settle in and enjoy the full The Chairman experience before showtime. \nLive performance starts at 4PM. \nTickets: \nEarly Bird – R200 \nGeneral Admission – R250 \nLate Bird / At The Door – R300
URL:https://musicist.co.za/event/berita-live-at-the-chairman/
LOCATION:The Chairman Durban\, 146 Mahatma Gandhi Road\, Durban\, KwaZulu Natal\, South Africa
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