Episode 19 of our South African Jazz Showcase series features the iconic saxophonist/composer/arranger Khaya Mahlangu and a brand new quartet, featuring Benjamin Jephta on bass, Sanele Phakathi on keys & Sphelelo Mazibuko on drums. Bra Khaya is an absolute legend of South African jazz, and his contribution to this music and the global growth thereof is invaluable. This killing new band lifts Mahlangu's beautiful compositions into a new space, and the playing throughout is masterful. Truly a performance for the ages.
Track list:
00:06 - Enkosi Jabu
11:48 - Raindance
20:24 - Nobelungu
31:11 - Visions
42:22 - Spirits Rejoice
51:55 - Feya's Dance
Recorded at House on the Hill, Sophiatown on 25 November 2021
Filmed by Marcus Wyatt and Romy Brauteseth
Edited by Romy Brauteseth and Marcus Wyatt
Recorded by Luyanda Molao
Mixed by Peter Auret and Marcus Wyatt
Graphics and Illustration by Romy Brauteseth
Produced by Language 12