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Jazz is alive in Zimbabwe
Some say jazz music is dead in Zimbabwe, but the truth of the matter is that the genre is alive and kicking.
Some say jazz music is dead in Zimbabwe, but the truth of the matter is that the genre is alive and kicking.
Jazz musician and co-founder of The Zimbabwe Jazz Community Trust (TZJCT), Filbert Marova has called on Zimbabweans across all races to embrace jazz music just like any other formidable art form that is celebrated within the country.
If you follow local reggae or jazz closely, you might have noticed this short and very energetic delivering some riveting vocals that quite often send the audience into a frenzy. ย This vocalist performs with bands such as Transit Crew, Hotta Fyah and renowned pianist, Filbert Marova.
Jazz musicians in Harare will this Africa Day, Saturday May 25, gather for an afternoon session at the Book Cafรฉ to share this special day with their fans and music from the continent, at an event themed โJazz for Africaโ.
A single celebrating Tukuโs 60th birthday Song For Tuku has been released by BlaQberry Jazz, a Harare based outfit led by renowned pianist Filbert Marova.