Nibs van der Spuy celebrates 50 with birthday gig
Catch Nibs van der Spuy's 50th celebration concert at the Alliance Francaise Durban next Thursday evening, 3 March.
NIBS van der Spuy, one of the most extraordinary and exciting, world acoustic guitarists and exports to come out of South Africa. will celebrate his 50th birthday with a birthday gig on Thursday evening, 3 March at the Alliance Francaise de Durban.
Raised in the fertile province of Kwa-Zulu Natal, Nibs immersed himself in his natural environment to formulate a truly consummate and original sound. Growing up with the Beatles and learning first hand from traditional Zulu Maskandi guitarists, he quickly soaked up a rich tapestry of his close surroundings and beyond.
The prolific guitarist invites the local community to celebrate his official birthday gig, which is also part of his South African tour with Amber Rubarth. The gig will also include performances from Guy Buttery and Gareth Gale as special guests.The show starts at 7.45pm and doors open at 6.30pm. Tickets cost R100 per person. Alliance Francaise is at 22 Sutton Crescent, corner Lilian Ngoyi (Windermere) Road, Morningside,
Call 031 3129582 for information and bookings.
The Nibs and Rubarth duo will continue their tour with performances on Sunday, 6 March at Open Strings in Kloof.
