Old-time jazz on stage at the Luthuli Museum
Phakathi is well known for playing the piano/keys for some of South Africa's well-known jazz musicians,
Umlazi born talented pianist and composer, Sanele Phakathi, and his band promise to bring their “A” game performing at the Luthuli Museum on Sunday, January 27.
Phakathi is well known for playing the piano/keys for some of South Africa’s well-known jazz musicians, such as Mbuso Mbusuyeza Khoza, Xolisa Roro Gqoli-Dlamini, Nhlanhla Mahlangu and Philani Ngidi.
He started playing piano at the age of 17 and his sound bears reference to the sound of yesteryear soul and jazz legends.
He, in turn, refers to his musical inspirations such as George Benson, Al Jarreau, Bheki Mseleku, Keith Jarret and Oscar Peterson. Sanele and his band The Sanele Phakathi Quintet are currently performing at a variety of venues in and around Durban.
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The music concert will be presented by Concerts SA, Artizen Lounge and Luthuli Museum and iSupport Music Business.
Phakathi creatively themed these concerts “Stones Left Unturned”.
“I am bringing the audience the sound that sparked my passion and love for Modern Jazz,” said Phakathi.
Alongside Phakathi on keys and vocals will be Leon Scharnick on saxophone, Thabo Sikhakhane on trumpet, Dalisu Ndlazi on bass guitar, Sbu Zondi on drums, Siyalo Zulu on trombone and Zoe The Seed on vocals will appear on stage.
The concert starts at 6pm and tickets cost R30 at the door.
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