On Tuesday, 05 February 2019, The Joburg Theatre in Braamfontein will be hosting a memorial celebrating the music and life of Oliver Mtukudzi.
The Zimbabwean master of song, “Tuku”, as he was popularly known, passed on last Wednesday, January 23rd.
He was 66 years old. Searching for an mbira sound on the guitar, he fused the Zimbabwean music style “Jiti”, the traditional drumming patterns of his clan, the Katekwe, South African mbaqanga, the marimba, Afro-Pop styles and conjured up over 67 albums with his own signature music sound, “Tuku Music”.
Open to the public, this celebration’s focus will be on Tuku’s music, with a musical program directed by fellow traveller and compatriot Steve Dyer. This is a South African cry from the heart. A cry of sorrow and loss, a cry of remembrance, a cry of joy and love. Come share with us as we celebrate this son of Zimbabwe and child of Africa.
The memorial will take place as follows:
Venue: The Joburg Theatre, Braamfontein
Date: Tuesday, 05 February 2019
Time: 12pm – 5pm
Please note that there will be no parking available inside the Joburg Theatre. Members of the public are advised to use alternative parking arrangements.
For media enquiries, interview requests or access to high res pictures please contact JT Comms on 011 788 7632 or email media@jtcomms.co.za.
Issued by JT Communication Solutions on behalf of The Oliver Mtukudzi Memorial Committe
