Ntomb’ Yelanga Nabalimi will be live in
concert today (February 12) from 14h00 to 18h00.
Indigenous African music is a crucial component in the formation of an African identity. It is a widely-held belief that the indigenous music of Africa can establish a connection between the living and their ancestors, who then act as a conduit for communication between God and the living. In this light, it is imperative that traditional music from Africa be recognised, cherished, and integrated into the mainstream musical landscape and it is on this note that Intomb’ Yelanga Nabalimi the band was formed.
The three-piece band was formed by Thobekile Mbanda a conceptual artist, community activist, and musician who draws inspiration from ancient traditions. She is known affectionately by her stage name, Ntomb' Yelanga. Her work is focused on preserving, promoting, and developing indigenous instruments and music, which provides the fuel for her current project Songs of our Ancestors. Mbanda is also the founder of Abancane Art Academy, which aims to preserve indigenous languages through a variety of art creative activities for children.
Ntomb' Yelanga Nabalimi will be presenting Ntom' Yelanga Nabalimi live in concert at the Phansi Museum in Durban, which is both an appropriate occasion and an appropriate setting. This will be made possible via the assistance of the Concert SA mobility fund and its co-supporters. The Phansi Museum was established with the purpose of preserving indigenous and traditional items, and it is home to some of the most extensive collections of traditional arts, crafts, and artefacts in South Africa.
Tickets may be purchased on Quicket for R150 each, which will also cover the cost of a drink and a light lunch.
For more information contact Thobekile Mbanda on email: mmaletsatsipro1@gmail.com
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