World-renowned cellist and composer, Dr Thokozani Mhlambi, has an unforgettable performance lined-up for Sunday.
World-renowned South African cellist and composer, Dr Thokozani Mhlambi is set to wow Joburg audience in his latest production.
The 37-year-old KwaZulu-Natal composer is known for incorporating art with music, having held an artistic residency at the prestigious “Cite International des Arts in Paris France”, and having his music used as a soundtrack for an exhibition at the “Museum of Modern Art” in New York. “This story is a retrieval of the aura of the ancient capital of King Dingane, the Zulu emperor in the 1830s.
“This work was inspired by my involvement in the Five Hundred Year Archive project at the University of Cape Town. For the music, I had to look at the works of historical predecessors like the late icons Prof Mzilikazi Khumalo and BP Tyamzashe – who were great composers in the African tradition, fusing the old and new, African and modern elements, towards a whole new sound,” he said.
He concluded: “This is the first arrangement of my music for a full string ensemble and vocal consort. Jozi people are in for a treat with me playing cello, singing as well as directing the ensemble, while the important historical message is told on stage.”Adv Emily Zim. Picture: SuppliedEnjoy a spiritual revival and a fulfilling ministry event at the Victorious Women 12th annual conference this Women’s Month.
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