Rebirth of Ubuntu Concert Ignites Musical Heritage at Joburg Theatre

By on Apr 15, 2026 in Uncategorized |

JOHANNESBURG, 30 March 2026 – The Rebirth of Ubuntu concert returns this year, celebrating South Africa’s vibrant culture, creative industries, and the power of youth development. Curated and produced by renowned guitarist and composer Billy Monama, this fusion of heritage and cultural diversity takes place at the Joburg Theatre for two electrifying nights on 29 and 30 May. The 5th edition bursts onto the scene under the theme “50 Years of Youth Legacy.” “This is more than a concert; it is a cultural statement,” shares Monama. “It is a moment to remember who we are, honour our past, and envision a more compassionate future together through diversity. We vow to champion access, inclusion, and real community change. Through social good, culture, and storytelling, we empower and elevate our communities through the transformative power of art and shared...

Chapter 3 – Development of the Jazz Guitar

By on May 9, 2023 in Uncategorized |

THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE JAZZ GUITAR: On this chapter we look at The Evolution of South the of jazz( electric era) guitar, Main Figures: Allen Kwela, Almon Memela and Cyril Magubane, To add depth and perspective, guest artist – Themba Mokoena was invited to address various aspects of the tutorial and provide demonstrations and interview in video. To find out more, subscribe tutorials and also find the published book Introduction to South African Guitar Styles Vol.1 “Five Decades of Ukuvamba” (1930s to 1980s) direct link https://billymonama.co.za/wp/book/ Payment Options & Subscription Packages   Subscriptions consist of Single Package and Full Package. Once off payment, No Extra Charges.   Subscribe NOW to this tutorial for only R195.00 Special offer!   Pay R199.00 to subscribe to a full package and access other tutorials including African jazz, Development of the Jazz Guitar,...

Chapter 5 – Mbaqanga

By on Apr 26, 2023 in Uncategorized |

  The correct spelling of this guitar style is mbhaqanga, which, according to Hilda Tloubatla, ‘is Zulu for a mixture of maize bread and mealie meal cooked together, that is what our parents called it. On this chapter we look at The Evolution of Mbaqanga, Main Figures: Marks Mankwane, Vivian Ngubane and Douglas Mnisi. To add depth and perspective, guest artist – Themba Mokoena was invited to address various aspects of the tutorial and provide demonstrations and interview in video. To find out more, subscribe tutorials and also find the published book Introduction to South African Guitar Styles Vol.1 “Five Decades of Ukuvamba” (1930s to 1980s) direct link https://billymonama.co.za/wp/book/ Special offer!   Pay R199.00 to subscribe to a full package and access other tutorials including African jazz, Development of the Jazz Guitar, African Jazz Post-1960s, Kwela, Mbaqanga and xiTsonga....

Chapter 6 – xiTSONGA

By on Apr 26, 2023 in Uncategorized |

Chapter 6: xiTSONGA: The Tsonga people are well-known for their rich musical heritage, which is based on the playing of a wide variety of musical instruments. These can be divided into three categories: stringed, wind and percussion. On this chapter we look at The Evolution of Xitsonga guitarists, Main Figures: M.D Shirinda,Thomas Chauke, G.T Chauke, and MJ Hlongwane. To add depth and perspective, guest artist – Marhoya Chauke was invited to address various aspects of the tutorial and provide demonstrations and interview in video. To find out more, subscribe tutorials and also find the published book Introduction to South African Guitar Styles Vol.1 “Five Decades of Ukuvamba” (1930s to 1980s) direct link https://billymonama.co.za/wp/book/ Special offer!   Pay R199.00 to subscribe to a full package and access other tutorials including African jazz, Development of the Jazz Guitar,...

Chapter 4 – KWELA

By on Apr 26, 2023 in Uncategorized |

‘ The term kwela’, correctly written as ‘khwela’, can loosely be translated as or “climb up” in a number of South African languages, but it was also a slang term that referred to apartheid-era police vehicles. Main Figures: General Duze, Frans Pilane and Peter Khumalo. To add depth and perspective, guest artist – Sibusiso Lerole was invited to address various aspects of the tutorial and provide demonstrations and interview in video. To find out more, subscribe tutorials and also find the published book Introduction to South African Guitar Styles Vol.1 “Five Decades of Ukuvamba” (1930s to 1980s) direct link https://billymonama.co.za/wp/book/ Special offer!   Pay R199.00 to subscribe to a full package and access other tutorials including African jazz, Development of the Jazz Guitar, African Jazz Post-1960s, Kwela, Mbaqanga and xiTsonga. Subscribe now to all the tutorials R199 Subscribe...

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