Sibongile Khumalo
James Stephen Mzilikazi Khumalo (b. 1932)
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Celebrating Sibongile Khumalo’s 60th birthday
Market Theatre Foundation
08/29/2017 15:09:31What better way can there be to honour Sibongile Khumalo on her 60th birthday than by documenting and celebrating her musical heritage, legacy and contribution with a culturally rich musical chronicle tribute. One that is as diverse as our country’s heritage and Khumalo’s considerable talents.
Sibongile Khumalo is an esteemed member of a musical dynasty that spans generations and is widely regarded as a living legend and national treasure. To honour her standing and celebrate her 60th birthday on 24 September 2017, Magnolia Vision Records in association with the Market Theatre and Kaya FM, will be hosting an unparalleled 3-day concert titled “Sibongile Khumalo - More Than 3 Faces” from 22 – 24 September 2017 at the Market Theatre in Newtown.
The “More Than 3 Faces” Concert Triune draws inspiration from the singular narrative of “the passing on of the proverbial baton”. This narrative is as vital to Sibongile Khumalo’s own growth as it is central to her contribution to the cultural industries as an arts educator and administrator, singer-songwriter, composer, performer and mentor.
Each of the three concerts will tell a different part of Khumalo’s story, tracking the baton through her lineage and legacy and each night the chronicle continues. The “More Than 3 Faces Concert Triune” is an allegory and metaphor of the Circle of Life, Creation and our Inter-connectedness brought to life.
“Through the “More Than 3 Faces” concert triune, we aim to celebrate Sibongile Khumalo’s life and give thanks for the music that has, over the years been an inspiration to audiences the world over.” says Ayanda Khumalo, executive producer.
Sibongile Khumalo - More Than 3 Faces Concert Schedule
Friday, 22 September 2017: Haya Khongisa, Haya
As the first chapter of three, we journey back to where it all began. Sibongile Khumalo will be accompanied by a youthful chamber orchestra and vocal ensemble. In this instalment, we explore the rich musical heritage from our past that deeply impacted the artist Sibongile Khumalo has become as she symbolically passes on the baton to a new crop of young singers.
She will perform selections from the Haya Mtwan’Omkhulu (Sing Princess) song cycle, taken from Princess Magogo’s vast repertoire, which she recorded in 2005; selections from The Princess Magogo ka Dinuzulu Opera; and selections from uShaka ka Senzangakhona - The Epic Poem, all composed or arranged by Professor Mzilikazi Khumalo.
The programme will also include compositions by Motsumi Makhene, Bongani Ndodana, Isak Roux, and Phillip Miller, as well as arrangements of her favorite choral pieces.
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