Press Release:

The Centre for Jazz and Popular Music proudly presents The Concrete Jungle by Siyalo Zulu Sextet on Wednesday, 16 October 2024, Doors open at 17:00; Music starts at 17:30 .

Join us for an exciting evening as Siyalo Zulu, a talented trombone player from Durban, debuts new material from his project, The Concrete Jungle. This innovative work blends diverse diasporic sounds and cultures, exploring the idea that understanding one’s roots is essential for knowing one’s path.

Siyalo Zulu will be joined by an impressive line-up of musicians on Riley Giandhari on drums, Dalisu Ndlazi on bass, Sibonelo Nxumalo on piano, Thabo Sikhakhane on trumpet and Zoe Masuku and vocals. With a passion for music as a narrative force, Siyalo invites you to experience a journey through emotional soundscapes that reflect both history and contemporary influences.

UKZN Centre for Jazz and Popular Music, Dennis Shepstone Building, Level 2, Howard College Campus booking is essential via email at zamat1@ukzn.ac.za

Tickets are R110 for General Admission, R80 for Pensioners, R50 for Students.