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Sunday, May 8, 2011

MFANA MLAMBO

The Centre for Jazz & Popular Music, UKZN presents Durban composer, promoter, tenor saxophonist and businessman Mfana Mlambo on May 11.

Mfana Mlambo studied classical sax with FUBA, University of Wits, Royal School of Music, after being the assistant coordinator of the Market Theatre Foundation. A graduate of the University of Natal, he developed the concept of “Jubes” as a result of diverse experience as a cultural entrepreneur through his company Sintu productions, which draws up business plans for musicians and cultural workers.

Apart from promoting the careers of distinguished artists such as Sibongile Khumalo, late Dr Busi Mhlongo and Sankomota, Sintu made it possible for the street children of Durban to be part of the Former President Nelson Mandela’s 1996 birthday at Durban City Hall.

Mfana Mlambo’s group includes Bernard Mndaweni (bass), Neil Gonsalves (piano), Mageshen Naidoo (guitar), Paki Peloeole (drums), Sazi Dlamini (guitar) and Xolisa Dlamini (vocals).

They will perform at the Centre for Jazz & Popular Music, UKZN on May 11 at 17h30 (doors opens at 17h00). Tickets R30 (R10 students). More information on 031 260 3385 or email: luthulia1@ukzn.ac.za