Reflections in a few pictures of Siphokazi Jonas at the UCT Graduations in March Siphokazi Jonas was commissioned as a praise poet for the March 2023 UCT graduation ceremonies, and the feedback has been stellar. More than 5000 students graduated during the 15 ceremonies, which took place over five days. The work reached approximately 30…
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We speak to Frank Freeman prior to his show with Tarryn Lamb on 14th April
We speak to Frank Freeman prior to his show with Tarryn Lamb on 14th April. He started his music career early, when he joined the Grey College Boereorkes in his native Bloemfontein, aged 6. With this group he toured Europe and got nominated for a South African Traditional Music Award, all before he finished school. Since turning…
Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse playing show at The Mittah Seperepere Convention Centre Kimberley on 9 April 2023
Sipho Mabuse along with Zonke and Amanda Black and many more are all playing a show at The Mittah Seperepere Convention Centre in Kimberley on 9 April 2023
Nothing will sound like Mango Groove playing live in De Waal park this Sunday 26th March
Nothing sounds quite like Mango Groove.
The exquisite dexterity of the pennywhistle, the big brass arrangements, the lashings of doo-wop harmonies and the thundering swing and gumboot rhythms.
ROBIN S for Grand Arena Cape Town on 27th May 2023
If old-school is what floats your boat, Soul Sisters 2023 is where you want to moor your soul-filled boat. These delightful and respectful women will unite on stage for a single night, delivering the best classic, timeless music Cape Town anticipates. On Saturday, 27 May 2023, at Grand West Casino and Entertainment World, new and old…
Siphokazi Jonas poem included in Google Arts and Culture World Poetry Day project
https://blog.google/outreach-initiatives/arts-culture/celebrate-world-poetry-day-with-an-interactive-poetry-experience/ Google Arts and Culture launches its first interactive poetry project for World Poetry Day 2023. Visitors to the site are invited to experience significant poets in history and contemporary voices around the world. They are also inspired to write their own work using exciting technologies. Siphokazi Jonas, whose poem, A PLACE OF MANY NAMES,…
Shakatak, the legendary English jazz-funk band, to Cape Town on Saturday, 30 September, as part of their 40th anniversary world tour.
Shakatak, the legendary English jazz-funk band, is returning to Cape Town for just one show on Saturday, 30 September, as part of their 40th anniversary world tour.
Reflection in ten pictures of the Art of Legends 18th March 2023
Reflection in ten pictures of the Art of Legends 18th March 2023
Music Business 101 comes to George 17 & 18th March with Music Exchange and Jazzathon
Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to the following: Media, press, radio submissions, SAMRO, Concerts, collecting agencies, do you need a record co, how to write media releases, creating events, sponsorship documents, networking, split sheets, show contracts and fees, AYOBA APP Both Craig and Martin have a shared current reality lived experience…
Reflections in pictures, a packed Jonathan Butler masterclass with Cameron Ward
Reflections in pictures with Full house Jonathan Butler masterclass, hosted by Jazzathon and Music Exchange, and DCAS W Cape with co-host Cameron Ward. JB spoke about Tone and finding your voice. Andy Hoyle remarked post the talk:
Jonathan Butler Masterclass 8 March 2023 – Cape Town
Jonathan Butler is a singer-songwriter and guitarist who leads a life few can imagine. So do join next week. Please RSVP to the address below or email info@musicexchange.org.za
Podcasting the Barrier to Entry
Article By Spike Ballantine The global growth in podcasting has meant that brands and advertisers are reaping the rewards of the medium’s proven benefits: content that genuinely connects with its audience, and delivers high engagement and positive brand recall in the process. Unsurprisingly, South African brands are also seeking to get into podcasting, and one…