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SA jazz legend Hugh Masekela to be remembered

SA jazz legend Hugh Masekela

Hugh Masekela, who passed away on January 23, 2018 will be fondly remembered as a globally renowned trumpeter, flugelhornist, cornetist, composer, singer, activist, jokester, lover, father and friend.

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As part of this year’s Standard Bank Joy of Jazz (from 27 to 29 September), at the Sandton Convention Centre, a dynamic installation will highlight Masekela’s life and work, and honour his invaluable contribution to the South African and global music landscape.

Named “No Borders,” a title which references his last studio album, the installation portrays the famous musician’s artistic journey; one that was expansive, prodigious, creative and global. It illuminates his infinite love affair with music and humanity.

The installation features an array of his horns, his portraits and his music, evoking the man’s indomitable spirit as he took his music through borders and gave the world his distinctive sound.

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The Horn Summit, Cassandra Wilson and David Sanborn headline the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz

Cassandra Wilson the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz (1)

A special tribute to late Jazz idol, Hugh Masekela, by the Horn Summit and performances by two international jazz music icons, Cassandra Wilson and David Sanborn (both from the US), will unlock opening night of the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz at the Sandton Convention Centre (27 September) in a not-to-be-missed one-night-only spectacular – a rare experience for local and visiting jazz lovers.

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The Horn Summit is an assembly of some of the Jazz industry’s respected musicians including Suthukazi Arosi and Phu2ma Tiso, both on lead vocals, Percy Mbonani on Saxophone, Sydney Mavundla and Lwanda Gogana, both on Flugehorn as well as Leeroy Sauls on drums and vocals, and Cameron Ward on lead guitar. Hugh Masekela’s nephew, Selema Makgthi-Masekela, will also be part of the tribute to his uncle with his versatile guitar skill and will deliver spoken word. The Horn Summit will honour braHugh’s life with a selection of songs from his life-long catalogue.

Also gracing the stage is composer and jazz vocalist, Cassandra Wilson. Known and loved for incorporating country, blues and folk music into her work, Wilson promises a never-to-be-forgotten jazz journey ride for the joyful audience.

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Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Goes Cashless

Standard Bank Joy of Jazz

After 21 years of bringing Jazz lovers together under one roof to enjoy the very best of music from international, intercontinental and local musicians and artists, the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz has taken things a notch up.

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Standard Bank is always at the forefront of the latest and most innovative technology so it is only natural they have chosen to embrace Howler’s revolutionary cashless system at this iconic event.

Mantwa Chinoamadi, executive producer of the festival says, “Our patrons are the lifeblood of this festival. We will always find new ways of making their experience as memorable and convenient as possible. This year we’ve upgraded our client services by partnering with Howler. Guests can transfer their cash (credit) onto a Howler Cashless card for the duration of the festival. This will ensure the utmost security and efficiency at the festival.”

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Penny Penny loses R1 million rand

Papa Penny Penny Ahee loses money

Tsonga disco king Penny Penny is angry with Standard Bank after losing out on a R1 million rand deal. 

The legendary musician, whose real name is Eric Nkovane, signed a contract with the bank worth R1 million to act as an ambassador for its Gold Master Card competition.

According to Sowetan LIVE, Penny Penny only got paid R100 000 but he will still pursue a R200000 fee for cancellation of the contract.

“They had to pay me for the work that I already did and for the costs I paid during travelling to promote their work. According to the contract they are supposed to give me R500000 for signing. I have missed out on other gigs of a similar nature because of them,” Penny Penny said.

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His PR manager Thabang Mnisi said Papa Penny’s deal with Standard Bank was mediated by Collective ID, which was communicating with the star through him. 

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