KEENAN AHRENDS FOR CENTRE FOR JAZZ

 

(Pic by Emmanuelle Nemoz)

 After a successful tour in New York, Keenan Ahrends is set to tour South Africa in February. 

With his trio, his final stop is at the Centre for Jazz and Popular Music UKZN, Durban. 

The performance features compositions from his debut album Narrative and his sophomore album Perseverance live at the bird’s eye. 

He is supported by bassist Benjamin Jephta and drummer Sphelelo Mazibuko.

 Tickets: R130 (R95 for pensioners, R65 for students)

Online Ticket Purchase: Webtickets https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1562205556

Ahrends is known for his evocative musical writing, his emotive improvisation and his sensitive musicianship. He is an important part of the emerging southern African jazz scene and his flagship sound can be heard on numerous albums and in a diverse array of projects.

These concerts are made possibly through the support of Concerts SA, the Festival Enterprise Catalyst, SAMRO, the National Treasury Jobs Fund, and IKS Cultural Consulting.

 Artist: Keenan Ahrends Trio will perform on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Doors open at 17h00, Music starts at 17h30

The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music is located at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Howard College Campus, Dennis Shepstone Building, Level 2