NICKY SCHRIRE

The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music is proud to welcome back award-winning jazz vocalist Nicky Schrire on March 28

Shrire was born in London, but grew up in Cape Town. In 2009, she moved to New York. She recently graduated from Manhattan School of Music in New York with a Masters of Music degree under the leadership of Peter Eldridge and Darmon Meader (founding members of the New York Voices) and Theo Bleckmann.

As a vocalist and saxophonist Schrire has performed with some of South Africa’s best such as Abdullah Ibrahim and Sibongile Khumalo, and Arno Carstens. She has been a finalist at many international competitions. Her more recent achievements include performing with pianist Taylor Eigsti and being responsible for bookings for Gretchen Parlato.

Don’t miss this engaging performance where Schrire will be joined by Neil Gonsalves (piano) Shane Cooper (bass) and Bruce Baker (drums). Schrire’s adventurous spirit reflects her international upbringing.

Nicky Schrire can be seen at the Centre for Jazz and Popular Music (CJPM), Level 2, Shepstone bldg. On March 28 at 18h00 (doors open at 17h30). Tickets R30,(R20 pensioners, R10 students). A cash bar will be available. Bookings on 031 260 3385 or email: Zamat1@ukzn.ac.za