(Mimi
Ntenjwa)
The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music at
UKZN will present the highly acclaimed singer, Mimi, on October 2.
Mimi Ntenjwa holds a Jazz degree in
performance from UCT. During her University days she was a part of the UCT
Philharmonic Orchestra. Her astonishing vocal abilities paved way for her to
share the world’s big stages with the likes of Sibongile Khumalo, Judith
Sephuma, Jimmy Dludlu, Themba Mkhize, to name just a few at home. She has also
shared the stage with internationals including Khadja Nin, Rita Marley, Joe
McBride and Lauryn Hill.
Mimi was a part of Afro Latin Jazz band
Tucan Tucan (led by pioneering Mozambican drummer Frank Paco), Mamavox, and
SAFRA Jazz Band consisting of women from France and South Africa.
Her successful debut album, The Essence of My Soul, was produced by
her pianist husband, Mdu Mtshali, who will also be on piano for this Durban
concert. This award-winning album contains warm tunes with eclectic melodies. The Essence of My Soul has subtle Latino
influences.
Catch Mimi live in concert on October 2 at
18h00 at the Centre for Jazz and Popular Music (CJPM), Level 2, Shepstone
Building at UKZN Howard College Campus. Doors open at 17h30. Entry R35 (pensioners
R20 and students R10). More information on 031 260 3385 or email Zamat1@ukzn.ac.za
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