The Centre for Jazz for Jazz and Popular Music proudly
presents Edgar Muzah and Friends on Tuesday 25 March 2025 at 17:30.
Through this performance Edgar Muzah and friends will be illustrating
how their distinct sounds shape the cultural identity and emotional connection
of their inhabitants. Ultimately, it highlights both the unity and discord of
music as a universal language, capturing the essence of an evolving sonic
experience in the heart of South Africa. Eastern Cape Ensemble Edgar Muzah and
Friends, supported by the Concerts SA Mobility Fund, will bring their award-winning
album 'Son of a Tribe' to life with live performances The Centre of Jazz and
Popular Music in Durban.
This "Tapestry of Sound" exemplifies the dynamic
fusion of diverse musical influences, showcasing a rich interplay between the
refined elegance of the Royalty edition and the raw energy of Son of a Tribe.
By transcending conventional genres, it invites listeners on an adventurous
auditory journey, where innovative rhythms and creative melodies collide,
enriching the listening experience and redefining the essence of modern music.
The musical odyssey promises to immerse the audience in the
rich culture of South Africa, exploring the vibrant contrasts between the
bustling coastal city of Cape Town (his other show) and the scenic coastlines
of Durban. Through each performance, the ensemble will craft a captivating
sonic narrative that showcases the nation’s incredible diversity, highlighting
music's ability to unify and celebrate the heritage and experiences that define
South Africa. Edgar Muzah and friends deliver an extraordinary musical journey
seamlessly merging South African classical music with the contemporary and the
traditional with the innovative. This fusion will envelop audiences in
enchanting rhythms and melodies, showcasing music as a powerful universal
language that evokes harmony and shared identity.
Gig listing:
Edgar Muzah and Friends
Tuesday 25 March 2025 Wednesday 2025
Doors open at
17:00, Music starts at 17:30
UKZN, Centre for
Jazz and Popular Music
University of
Kwa-Zulu Natal, Howard College Campus, Dennis Shepstone Building, Level 2
Tickets
available at the door: R120, R90 for pensioners, R60 for students
Tickets are also available on webtickets: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1563347546
for R130 for adults, R95 for pensioners and R65 for students
This concert is made possible through the support of
Concerts SA, the Festival Enterprise Catalyst, SAMRO, the National Treasury
Jobs Fund, and IKS Cultural Consulting.
