3 memorable performances by the late Dr Philip Tabane

South Africa has lost another legendary musician Dr Philip Tabane. His family confirmed his death on Friday morning (18 May 2018) after he was admitted to Mamelodi hospital in Pretoria two days ago due to an age-related illness .

Tributes for the master guitarist began pouring in on social media:

https://twitter.com/KagisoLediga/status/997427524207628293

Devastated on hearing the news of the passing of the GREAT #PhilipTabane.Condolences to the family at this time.His music will live on for generations to come.Robala Mogalabe🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/XO4tEJfRSF

— Paul Mnisi 𓋹𓍑𓋴 (@Mnisi__weMvula) May 18, 2018

[WATCH] Our exclusive and unedited interview with Ntate Tabane.
Rest In Peace Dr. Philip Nchipi Tabane. Bajove Dokotela.
25 March 1934 – 18 May 2018
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— Kaya 959 (@KayaON959) May 18, 2018

RIP Philip Tabane pic.twitter.com/0lb0dgB5Ku

— Loyiso Gola (@loyisogola) May 18, 2018

The story goes that a journalist once came up to Dr Philip Tabane after a gig and said, "Oh man, you play so well. Do you know Wes Montgomery?"
To which he is said to have replied: "Does Wes Montgomery know Philip Tabane?"
May this jazz legend rest in peace. 🎸
Video @SABCPortal pic.twitter.com/jTDq9LfeP0

— SAMRO (@SAMROMusic) May 18, 2018

A guitar string has broken, a melody has been lost.#philiptabane #music #africa #malombo #ripphiliptabane #digitalart #illustration #design #graphicdesign #guitar pic.twitter.com/s2ov8RXcBn

— David Tshabalala (@SlayingGoliath) May 18, 2018

Tabane was known for his hits Nkupi and Muvhango. Born in Pretoria, he began making music at a young age and formed the music trio The Malombo Jazz Men.

He was honoured for his contribution in music at the 1998 South African Music Awards where he received a Lifetime Achievement Award. Here are some of his most memorable performances:

1. Philip Tabane live at the Market Theatre

2. Philip Tabane and Malombo at JCE

3. Philip Tabane live at The Bassline