Discover the incredible sounds of Cape Town South Africa, created from a blend of diverse music from America, Europe, Brazil, Malaysia and India, together with local indigenous influences. An intoxicating jazz sound like no other!
Introducing Tsotsi, Bringing Cape Jazz to Toronto
Tsotsi is a 6-piece Cape Jazz band playing the music of Cape Town, a port city at Africa’s Southern tip that mirrors New Orleans as a melting pot of musical traditions. Cape Jazz blends indigenous African rhythms with European instrumentation, evolving similarly to American jazz in the early 20th century. Rooted in Cape Malay culture, Cape Jazz accompanied social gatherings, parades, and dances, later becoming a tool of anti-apartheid expression when public performance was banned.
Tony, born and raised in South Africa introduced this music to fellow jazz musicians. The first sheet music collection of Cape Jazz compositions was only published recently. We auditioned musicians, transcribed scores and the group was incubated in Tony’s attic music room. “Tsotsi,” South African slang for a charismatic street thug, reflects the bold energy of the music.
The Players:
Toby Hughes - Alto Sax, Brian Crone - Tenor Sax, Paul Caston - Keyboard, Larry Lewis - Guitar, Sam Petite - Bass, Tony Cohn - Drums
Schedule:
Thursday 31st July - Introduction to Cape Jazz - Live Band
Thursday 7th August - Horn Greats - Basiil Coetzee, Robbie Jansen, McCoy Mrubata, Winston Mankunku Ngozii
Thursday 14th August - Keyboard Giants - Abdullah Ibrahim, Chris McGregor, Charles Louw, the Schilder Family
Thursday 28th August - Finalte Tribute to Cape Jazz Legends
6:00pm - Doors and dinner (Please note: there will be a special SA Menu available)
7:00pm - Show
Door $25 / Advance $20 (plus $1.50 booking fee)
Special for all 4 shows $50 (plus $1.50 booking fee)
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