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THE INTERNATIONAL SHOWCASE SELECTION AND EXPORT READINESS TRAINING: The showcase at the SA Indies Music Week is the showpiece of the entire program, with an international trade fair selection committee and live performance on stage. This will make a truly memorable event for everyone involved. 
 
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Wednesday, December 16
 

9:30am SAST

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Wednesday December 16, 2015 9:30am - 10:30am SAST
Theme Park Conference Centre Gold Reef City

10:30am SAST

Brief Session: Overview of Export Training Schedule and Purpose of SA Indies Music Week

Introductions to International Showcase Selection Briefsession
Outline of workshop & synopsis of Export Training Workshop 

Wednesday December 16, 2015 10:30am - Friday December 16, 2016 11:00am SAST
Theme Park Conference Centre Gold Reef City
  Export Readiness Training

11:00am SAST

Marketing & Monetisation: Strategies to maximize every revenue streams for your music

Learn simple marketing and & monetization strategies to maximize every revenue streams for your music. 

Speakers
avatar for Allen Johnston

Allen Johnston

International Music Specialist, The Music Specialist
Mr. Johnston is an accomplished speaker and has lectured for numerous international conferences in Africa, China, and the UK. Within the United States he has recently been a featured lecturer on publishing, royalty matters and international licensing plus the Florida, Georgia, and... Read More →
avatar for Karen Marie Mason

Karen Marie Mason

Owner, Artist Launch
Karen Marie Mason is the founder of the Artist Launch | Artist and Label services for indies and boasts a facebook group of the same name with over 3000 artists. In addition to artist management she is scheduled to launch her indie record label, HealingATL first quarter 2019. A powerhouse innovator, Karen Marie Mason has successfully mastered and exerted cultural influence in the music, film, television, radio and publishing industries.  Her wheelhouse of talents has etched superstars like Michael Jackson, Sade, Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott and Busta Rhymes,  into world history.    A focused multi tasker Karen also rose to be one of the top location scouts in Atlanta for film, television and commercials working on projects for Usher, Ludacris, Rick Ross, T.I. and also worked as a location manager for Tyler Perry Studios  with credits including “Why Did I Get Married,” “The Family That Preys,” “Madea Goes to Jail,” among others. Her clients have included everyone from Sony Pictures, MTV to BET and TV One. In addition to film locations manager, Mason produced the independent film Switching Lanes, starring Terri J. Vaughn (“The Steve Harvey Show”) and directed by Thomas Mikal Ford (“Martin”). She also joined the production team of , Ir/Reconcilable, starring Jasmine Guy (“A Different World”) and Dick Gregory, which aired on the HBO networks. Karen is also host of WRFG’s “Sunday Night Fiyah.”  She sits on the board of People TV... Read More →

Wednesday December 16, 2015 11:00am - Friday December 16, 2016 11:45am SAST
Theme Park Conference Centre Gold Reef City
  Exploring Export Revenue Stream

1:00pm SAST

Network Session/LUNCH (R120 PP incl Drink)
Wednesday December 16, 2015 1:00pm - 1:45pm SAST
Boston BBQ Gold Reef City
  Networking

2:00pm SAST

Marketing & Monetisation: strategies to maximize every revenue streams for your music

Learn simple marketing and & monetization strategies to maximize every revenue streams for your music. 

Speakers
avatar for Karen Marie Mason

Karen Marie Mason

Owner, Artist Launch
Karen Marie Mason is the founder of the Artist Launch | Artist and Label services for indies and boasts a facebook group of the same name with over 3000 artists. In addition to artist management she is scheduled to launch her indie record label, HealingATL first quarter 2019. A powerhouse innovator, Karen Marie Mason has successfully mastered and exerted cultural influence in the music, film, television, radio and publishing industries.  Her wheelhouse of talents has etched superstars like Michael Jackson, Sade, Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott and Busta Rhymes,  into world history.    A focused multi tasker Karen also rose to be one of the top location scouts in Atlanta for film, television and commercials working on projects for Usher, Ludacris, Rick Ross, T.I. and also worked as a location manager for Tyler Perry Studios  with credits including “Why Did I Get Married,” “The Family That Preys,” “Madea Goes to Jail,” among others. Her clients have included everyone from Sony Pictures, MTV to BET and TV One. In addition to film locations manager, Mason produced the independent film Switching Lanes, starring Terri J. Vaughn (“The Steve Harvey Show”) and directed by Thomas Mikal Ford (“Martin”). She also joined the production team of , Ir/Reconcilable, starring Jasmine Guy (“A Different World”) and Dick Gregory, which aired on the HBO networks. Karen is also host of WRFG’s “Sunday Night Fiyah.”  She sits on the board of People TV... Read More →

Wednesday December 16, 2015 2:00pm - Friday December 16, 2016 2:45am SAST
Theme Park Conference Centre Gold Reef City
  Exploring Export Revenue Stream

2:45pm SAST

How to Maximise Your Opportunity at MIDEM
MIDEM is the World's leading music market which takes place in Cannes, Palais des festival in France. Midem attracts the industry leaders: labels & record companies, music publishers, distributors, A&R executives, agents,producers, promoters, artists, festival organizers, import-export companies and so on. The music industry has grown to become an ecosystem and Midem brings you the full toolkit to succeed in this new business landscape. Join 5,500 participants and 1,100 exhibiting companies from 75 countries, to expand your international network, create bridges with other industries, improve your practices, sign deals and take your business to the next level. 
Speakers
avatar for Christophe Chiappa

Christophe Chiappa

Midem Sales Director Europe - Africa, MIDEM
Christophe CHIAPPA has been working in the Music Industry for 25 years. Since 2001, he has been managing EMEA markets for MIDEM, the International Music Market, specialising in setting national presences such as Israel, Turkey, The Netherlands, France, Ghana, South Africa...and contributed... Read More →

Wednesday December 16, 2015 2:45pm - Friday December 16, 2016 3:30pm SAST
Theme Park Conference Centre Gold Reef City
  Exploring International Market

3:30pm SAST

Export Readiness Master Class Pitching Session

Learn how to enhance and maximize pitching skills, preparing for one-on- one business meetings, what they are looking for?  Development and marketing of music sales tools such as gig submissions,showcase applications, promotional material and demos in order to enhance the sales and marketability

Speakers
avatar for Allen Johnston

Allen Johnston

International Music Specialist, The Music Specialist
Mr. Johnston is an accomplished speaker and has lectured for numerous international conferences in Africa, China, and the UK. Within the United States he has recently been a featured lecturer on publishing, royalty matters and international licensing plus the Florida, Georgia, and... Read More →
avatar for Karen Marie Mason

Karen Marie Mason

Owner, Artist Launch
Karen Marie Mason is the founder of the Artist Launch | Artist and Label services for indies and boasts a facebook group of the same name with over 3000 artists. In addition to artist management she is scheduled to launch her indie record label, HealingATL first quarter 2019. A powerhouse innovator, Karen Marie Mason has successfully mastered and exerted cultural influence in the music, film, television, radio and publishing industries.  Her wheelhouse of talents has etched superstars like Michael Jackson, Sade, Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott and Busta Rhymes,  into world history.    A focused multi tasker Karen also rose to be one of the top location scouts in Atlanta for film, television and commercials working on projects for Usher, Ludacris, Rick Ross, T.I. and also worked as a location manager for Tyler Perry Studios  with credits including “Why Did I Get Married,” “The Family That Preys,” “Madea Goes to Jail,” among others. Her clients have included everyone from Sony Pictures, MTV to BET and TV One. In addition to film locations manager, Mason produced the independent film Switching Lanes, starring Terri J. Vaughn (“The Steve Harvey Show”) and directed by Thomas Mikal Ford (“Martin”). She also joined the production team of , Ir/Reconcilable, starring Jasmine Guy (“A Different World”) and Dick Gregory, which aired on the HBO networks. Karen is also host of WRFG’s “Sunday Night Fiyah.”  She sits on the board of People TV... Read More →

Wednesday December 16, 2015 3:30pm - 4:45pm SAST
Theme Park Conference Centre Gold Reef City
  Export Readiness Training

3:30pm SAST

Sound Check
Wednesday December 16, 2015 3:30pm - Friday December 16, 2016 6:00pm SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Showcase

4:45pm SAST

Network Session/Showcase Preparation/DINNER (R120 PP incl Drink)
Wednesday December 16, 2015 4:45pm - 7:00pm SAST
Boston BBQ Gold Reef City
  Networking

7:00pm SAST

Showcase Day 1
Showcase Acts: 
  1. Zwido  
  2. Jininka 
  3. Nomhle
  4. Pa'ku sel 
  5. Kopano Ke Matla 
  6. Jay Cube 
  7. Mr2Fresh
  8. KZN Imbizo Music 
  9. KZN Imbizo Music 
  10. KZN Imbizo Music 
  11. KZN Imbizo Music 
  12. KZN Imbizo Music 
Artists
avatar for Jay Qube

Jay Qube

Selected Artist, PRIMAVERA and MIDEM
Oarabile Mahole aka Jay Cubed is a Hip Hop artist born in Mafikeng, South Africa. He got introduced to music via old vinyls that played in his house and that is what influenced his writing style and approach to music. A young storyteller with an ambitious mind of being a creative... Read More →
avatar for Jininka

Jininka

Artist
Born and raised in Limpopo in a village called sinthumule, started singing at the age of 10, have 5 albums, won the best tshivenda artist in the SATMA in 2011, also won best thsivenda artist in the FAME 2015, now working on tge 6th album
avatar for Kopano ke Matla

Kopano ke Matla

Artist
,The group is based in Klerksdorp (North West).since its inception manage to perform in various platform.the group was established in 2001 as youth group and mission was to develop the upcoming dancers.the group also recorded 3 albums and the recent one won Best traditional group... Read More →
KI
M

Mr2Fresh

My name is Kamohelo Brandon Modibedi, stage name is 'Mr2Fresh' and I was born in South Africa. I'm in my twenties and im proud to say that I'm a Hip-Hop artist looking to reach out to individuals who genuinely know and understand good music. I've always wanted to make music since... Read More →
avatar for Nomhle Nongogo

Nomhle Nongogo

Manager, On The Rise
Nomhle Nongogo began her professional music career in early 2000 as a session musician and by 2002 she was one of the most sought after backing vocalists in the gospel music scene. She then joined the Award-winning gospel music group Joyous Celebration under the leadership of Lindelani... Read More →
avatar for Pa'Ku Sel

Pa'Ku Sel

Artist
Pa'ku Sel was established in 2006 by Rendani Mashau and Alex Odiekila. Its music is a fusion of many African grooves like Rumba; Lende; Calypso; Zouk; Latin andJazz. The band released the first album in 2009 with artists from different parts of Africa entitled "Continental Voyage... Read More →
avatar for Zwido

Zwido

Artist
Zwido was born in 1980 in Limpopo Vhembe where she grew and did her primary and high school. Her interest in music started when she sang and dance in school traditional groups and the passion grew when she sang at church where she received a lot of compliment. In 2008 she became part... Read More →

Wednesday December 16, 2015 7:00pm - Friday December 16, 2016 10:30pm SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Showcase
 
Thursday, December 17
 

10:00am SAST

Export Strategies Beforehand: ITS BUSINESS - NOT VACATION
Learn how she manage to get 3 months tour after her participation. 
Speakers
avatar for Beverley Gough

Beverley Gough

manager, Abavuki Marimba Band
Beverley started her career as an Electrical Engineer working for IBM, moving on from there into adult education and management consulting.She started working with Mountain Records (Robbie Jansen, Pacific Express, The Genuines, Zayn Adam etc.) in the early ‘90’s and took on the... Read More →

Thursday December 17, 2015 10:00am - 10:45am SAST
Theme Park Conference Centre Gold Reef City
  Export Readiness Training

11:00am SAST

The World of Exhibition and Showcase: Primavera Pro
PrimaveraPro is a meeting aimed at professionals in the music industry that takes place in 
parallel to Primavera Sound, international reference of independent music. The trendsetting 
character of the festival has made Barcelona into a strategic point of cultural exchange 
between Europe, North America and Latin America.
Speakers
avatar for Almudena Heredero

Almudena Heredero

Director of PrimaveraPro, PRIMAVERA PRO
Director of PrimaveraPro, the professional meeting held in parallel with the Primavera Sound festival, since it was first created in 2010, Almudena Heredero also coordinated Spain’s official participation in the Prague Quadrennial on Scenography in 2015 and has organised the participation... Read More →

Thursday December 17, 2015 11:00am - 11:45am SAST
Theme Park Conference Centre Gold Reef City
  Exploring International Market

12:00pm SAST

Export Strategies Beforehand: Publishing Unlocked

When you compositions are performed live, streamed, or purchased they are earning publishing money that you may not be getting through your performing rights society.  Find out where you publishing money is and how to get it. 

Speakers
avatar for Allen Johnston

Allen Johnston

International Music Specialist, The Music Specialist
Mr. Johnston is an accomplished speaker and has lectured for numerous international conferences in Africa, China, and the UK. Within the United States he has recently been a featured lecturer on publishing, royalty matters and international licensing plus the Florida, Georgia, and... Read More →
avatar for Karen Marie Mason

Karen Marie Mason

Owner, Artist Launch
Karen Marie Mason is the founder of the Artist Launch | Artist and Label services for indies and boasts a facebook group of the same name with over 3000 artists. In addition to artist management she is scheduled to launch her indie record label, HealingATL first quarter 2019. A powerhouse innovator, Karen Marie Mason has successfully mastered and exerted cultural influence in the music, film, television, radio and publishing industries.  Her wheelhouse of talents has etched superstars like Michael Jackson, Sade, Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott and Busta Rhymes,  into world history.    A focused multi tasker Karen also rose to be one of the top location scouts in Atlanta for film, television and commercials working on projects for Usher, Ludacris, Rick Ross, T.I. and also worked as a location manager for Tyler Perry Studios  with credits including “Why Did I Get Married,” “The Family That Preys,” “Madea Goes to Jail,” among others. Her clients have included everyone from Sony Pictures, MTV to BET and TV One. In addition to film locations manager, Mason produced the independent film Switching Lanes, starring Terri J. Vaughn (“The Steve Harvey Show”) and directed by Thomas Mikal Ford (“Martin”). She also joined the production team of , Ir/Reconcilable, starring Jasmine Guy (“A Different World”) and Dick Gregory, which aired on the HBO networks. Karen is also host of WRFG’s “Sunday Night Fiyah.”  She sits on the board of People TV... Read More →


Thursday December 17, 2015 12:00pm - 12:45pm SAST
Theme Park Conference Centre Gold Reef City
  Exploring Export Product & Service

1:00pm SAST

Network Session/LUNCH (R120 PP incl Drink)
Thursday December 17, 2015 1:00pm - 1:45pm SAST
Boston BBQ Gold Reef City
  Networking

2:00pm SAST

Export Strategies Beforehand: Publishing Unlocked Session 2

When you compositions are performed live, streamed, or purchased they are earning publishing money that you may not be getting through your performing rights society.  Find out where you publishing money is and how to get it. 


Speakers
avatar for Allen Johnston

Allen Johnston

International Music Specialist, The Music Specialist
Mr. Johnston is an accomplished speaker and has lectured for numerous international conferences in Africa, China, and the UK. Within the United States he has recently been a featured lecturer on publishing, royalty matters and international licensing plus the Florida, Georgia, and... Read More →
avatar for Karen Marie Mason

Karen Marie Mason

Owner, Artist Launch
Karen Marie Mason is the founder of the Artist Launch | Artist and Label services for indies and boasts a facebook group of the same name with over 3000 artists. In addition to artist management she is scheduled to launch her indie record label, HealingATL first quarter 2019. A powerhouse innovator, Karen Marie Mason has successfully mastered and exerted cultural influence in the music, film, television, radio and publishing industries.  Her wheelhouse of talents has etched superstars like Michael Jackson, Sade, Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott and Busta Rhymes,  into world history.    A focused multi tasker Karen also rose to be one of the top location scouts in Atlanta for film, television and commercials working on projects for Usher, Ludacris, Rick Ross, T.I. and also worked as a location manager for Tyler Perry Studios  with credits including “Why Did I Get Married,” “The Family That Preys,” “Madea Goes to Jail,” among others. Her clients have included everyone from Sony Pictures, MTV to BET and TV One. In addition to film locations manager, Mason produced the independent film Switching Lanes, starring Terri J. Vaughn (“The Steve Harvey Show”) and directed by Thomas Mikal Ford (“Martin”). She also joined the production team of , Ir/Reconcilable, starring Jasmine Guy (“A Different World”) and Dick Gregory, which aired on the HBO networks. Karen is also host of WRFG’s “Sunday Night Fiyah.”  She sits on the board of People TV... Read More →

Thursday December 17, 2015 2:00pm - 2:45pm SAST
Theme Park Conference Centre Gold Reef City
  Exploring Export Product & Service

2:45pm SAST

The World of Exhibition and Showcase: MIDEM
MIDEM is the World's leading music market which takes place in Cannes, Palais des festival in France. Midem attracts the industry leaders: labels & record companies, music publishers, distributors, A&R executives, agents,producers, promoters, artists, festival organizers, import-export companies and so on. The music industry has grown to become an ecosystem and Midem brings you the full toolkit to succeed in this new business landscape. Join 5,500 participants and 1,100 exhibiting companies from 75 countries, to expand your international network, create bridges with other industries, improve your practices, sign deals and take your business to the next level. 
Speakers
avatar for Christophe Chiappa

Christophe Chiappa

Midem Sales Director Europe - Africa, MIDEM
Christophe CHIAPPA has been working in the Music Industry for 25 years. Since 2001, he has been managing EMEA markets for MIDEM, the International Music Market, specialising in setting national presences such as Israel, Turkey, The Netherlands, France, Ghana, South Africa...and contributed... Read More →

Thursday December 17, 2015 2:45pm - 3:30pm SAST
Theme Park Conference Centre Gold Reef City
  Exploring International Market

3:30pm SAST

Export Readiness Master Class Pitching Session
Meeting set up, one on one sessions
Speakers
avatar for Allen Johnston

Allen Johnston

International Music Specialist, The Music Specialist
Mr. Johnston is an accomplished speaker and has lectured for numerous international conferences in Africa, China, and the UK. Within the United States he has recently been a featured lecturer on publishing, royalty matters and international licensing plus the Florida, Georgia, and... Read More →
avatar for Karen Marie Mason

Karen Marie Mason

Owner, Artist Launch
Karen Marie Mason is the founder of the Artist Launch | Artist and Label services for indies and boasts a facebook group of the same name with over 3000 artists. In addition to artist management she is scheduled to launch her indie record label, HealingATL first quarter 2019. A powerhouse innovator, Karen Marie Mason has successfully mastered and exerted cultural influence in the music, film, television, radio and publishing industries.  Her wheelhouse of talents has etched superstars like Michael Jackson, Sade, Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott and Busta Rhymes,  into world history.    A focused multi tasker Karen also rose to be one of the top location scouts in Atlanta for film, television and commercials working on projects for Usher, Ludacris, Rick Ross, T.I. and also worked as a location manager for Tyler Perry Studios  with credits including “Why Did I Get Married,” “The Family That Preys,” “Madea Goes to Jail,” among others. Her clients have included everyone from Sony Pictures, MTV to BET and TV One. In addition to film locations manager, Mason produced the independent film Switching Lanes, starring Terri J. Vaughn (“The Steve Harvey Show”) and directed by Thomas Mikal Ford (“Martin”). She also joined the production team of , Ir/Reconcilable, starring Jasmine Guy (“A Different World”) and Dick Gregory, which aired on the HBO networks. Karen is also host of WRFG’s “Sunday Night Fiyah.”  She sits on the board of People TV... Read More →

Thursday December 17, 2015 3:30pm - 4:45pm SAST
Theme Park Conference Centre Gold Reef City
  Export Readiness Training

3:30pm SAST

Sound Check
Thursday December 17, 2015 3:30pm - 6:00pm SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Showcase

5:00pm SAST

Network Session/Showcase Preparation/DINNER (R120 PP incl Drink)
Thursday December 17, 2015 5:00pm - 6:45pm SAST
Boston BBQ Gold Reef City
  Networking

7:00pm SAST

Showcase Day 2
Showcase Acts:
  1. Maan Ray Mag 
  2. Fortune Shumba 
  3. Princess Ndlovukazi 
  4. U-Ganda Ganda 
  5. KZN Imbizo  
  6. Elo 
  7. Miss G 
  8. Miss Vee 
  9. Le Mpendulo 
  10. Robin 
  11. Ryan Mr Magik Peter
  12. Naledzani Netshirembe
Artists
avatar for Elo

Elo

SXSW/CMJ
Elo is a young and mysterious artist inspired by passed and current experiences, and uses her heart to express her world inward and out. She draws from her sound from different genres of music including jazz, pop, house music, soul but mainly rock, her fears, love and dreams. Lerato... Read More →
avatar for Fortune Shumba

Fortune Shumba

Selected Artist, SLOTS: SXSW
Mbuso Fortune Sikhumbuzo Shumba was born and bred in South Africa, Nelspruit in a little township called Kabokweni. He began writting, mostly poetry in 2009 while still in school and after completing high school in 2012 went on to enroll at the University of Johannesburg to study... Read More →
KI
avatar for Le Mpendulo

Le Mpendulo

Artist
Le Mpendulo is a young woman that can best be described as an Artist. She is a product of different Art disciplines that have influenced her from humble beginnings to the ever evolving creative she is.Over the years, Le Mpendulo has taken part in a number of events and festivals around... Read More →
avatar for Maan Ray Mags

Maan Ray Mags

Selected Artist, SLOTS: CMJ (CANCELLED)
From Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, Maan Ray Mags is co founder of his own Recording Studio and label, One Room Entertainment. He recites rhythm and poetry in his native tounge of Siswati, Release his First Album titled "SHO" in February 2014, the album was released online and is available... Read More →
avatar for Miss G

Miss G

Artist
miss g is a 32 year old upcoming South African R&B and Soul artist based in Pretoria. She was born and partly raised in Swaziland, but spent the majority of her growing years in Harare, Zimbabwe. It is there where miss g discovered and fell in love with an array of international sounds... Read More →
avatar for Mr Magik

Mr Magik

Artist
Ryan Mr Magik Peters is an artist playing and producing progressive music in different genres, fusing acoustic music and electronic music on a live spectrum.
avatar for Naledzani Netshirembe

Naledzani Netshirembe

Artist
Naledzani Netshirembe is known for her diverse musical approach as she fuse storytelling with traditional rhythms. Her singing approach is well rooted in her indigenous singing pattern which she delivers with with a lot of passion. Being able to play may indigenous, Netshirembe has... Read More →
avatar for Nomvula Makwakwa

Nomvula Makwakwa

Selected Artist, SXSW
Simphiwe Nyawose,popularly known as Robin Thirdfloor, is a SouthAfrican hip hop artist that was born in Umlazi,Durban. He spent his earlylife living in Umlazi with his mother and granny and only met his father forthe first time in 2011.At the age of 16 Simphiwe taught himself how... Read More →
avatar for Princess Ndlovukazi

Princess Ndlovukazi

Selected Artist, MIDEM
princess Indlovukazi is a singer , song writer , perfomer , master of ceremonies, motivational speaker. she stays in Mbombela , Whiteriver . performs locally in mbombela and nationally in South Africa. she works with a local bad that i based in Mbombela , they travel together. she... Read More →
avatar for U-ganda ganda

U-ganda ganda

Artist
Profile of Jabulani Gwala “UGANDAGANDA ONGENASTERINGI” Gwala (Contact Details: 072 890 5893)Jabulani Gwala, known as U Ganda Ganda Ongenasteringi is a traditional music artist (Maskandi). Gwala was born on the 3 of February 1989 at Emvoti in a Faye village-Kwa Sukulunye Region... Read More →
avatar for VeeDeshNee

VeeDeshNee

Artist
VeeDeshNee, a South African born Singer/Songwriter has been making cool and weird music for a while now. She is inspired by everyday life, love and hurt. She sings and creates melodies in the style of Soul/Alternative. "People are at the top of my hierarchy" she says, "without people... Read More →

Thursday December 17, 2015 7:00pm - 10:30pm SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Showcase
 
Friday, December 18
 

10:00am SAST

EXport Strategies Beforehand: Pre Event Planning - SXSW
International Showcase Selection Breif Session
Friday December 18, 2015 10:00am - 11:00am SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Exploring International Market

11:00am SAST

Export Strategy Beforehand: Music for Radio (Meet Radio Music Compilers)

Meet SABC Music Compilers from Radio and TV plus South African marketing & promotion professionals

 

Moderators
avatar for Allen Johnston

Allen Johnston

International Music Specialist, The Music Specialist
Mr. Johnston is an accomplished speaker and has lectured for numerous international conferences in Africa, China, and the UK. Within the United States he has recently been a featured lecturer on publishing, royalty matters and international licensing plus the Florida, Georgia, and... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Vovee Batala

Vovee Batala

Music Compiler at SABC TruFM/Radio Drama Producer SABC EDUCATION, TRU FM/Vovee Music Production
Founding Director of Vovee Music Productions with over 15 years in the Music and Entertainment industry. Vovee was nurtured by Sizwe Zako after being scouted by Rev Mandla Makhubalo as back-up singer to Lord Comforters.For a period of 6 years, he worked as Sound Engineer & Producer... Read More →
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Gwiba Nkonki

Music Compiler, uMhlobo Wenene FM
Gwiba has been involved in events and entertainment in and around the former Transkei area for over 15 years. He has been instrumental in organising and staging the biggest and most successful events ever in that area. He is one of the judges for :South African Music Awards (SAMA’s)Independent... Read More →

Friday December 18, 2015 11:00am - 11:30am SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Music Placement on Radio

11:30am SAST

Export Strategy Beforehand: Music For Film & TV

Micro Licensing & Understanding Music Placement in Film & Television What is micro licensing and HOW to get your music placed in film and television. 

 

Moderators
avatar for Karen Marie Mason

Karen Marie Mason

Owner, Artist Launch
Karen Marie Mason is the founder of the Artist Launch | Artist and Label services for indies and boasts a facebook group of the same name with over 3000 artists. In addition to artist management she is scheduled to launch her indie record label, HealingATL first quarter 2019. A powerhouse innovator, Karen Marie Mason has successfully mastered and exerted cultural influence in the music, film, television, radio and publishing industries.  Her wheelhouse of talents has etched superstars like Michael Jackson, Sade, Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott and Busta Rhymes,  into world history.    A focused multi tasker Karen also rose to be one of the top location scouts in Atlanta for film, television and commercials working on projects for Usher, Ludacris, Rick Ross, T.I. and also worked as a location manager for Tyler Perry Studios  with credits including “Why Did I Get Married,” “The Family That Preys,” “Madea Goes to Jail,” among others. Her clients have included everyone from Sony Pictures, MTV to BET and TV One. In addition to film locations manager, Mason produced the independent film Switching Lanes, starring Terri J. Vaughn (“The Steve Harvey Show”) and directed by Thomas Mikal Ford (“Martin”). She also joined the production team of , Ir/Reconcilable, starring Jasmine Guy (“A Different World”) and Dick Gregory, which aired on the HBO networks. Karen is also host of WRFG’s “Sunday Night Fiyah.”  She sits on the board of People TV... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Kudzai Mashingaidze

Kudzai Mashingaidze

Managing Director at Colourz, Colourz TV
Colourz gospel is a television station that broadcasts contemporary Christian music in Africa. The station provides African and International music in an exciting and modern way to attract young viewers. The station features music from international artists like Hillsong, Lacrae and... Read More →
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Bridget Pickering

Film Producer
Bridget Pickering was the South African co-producer on Hotel Rwanda, the Terry George Oscar™ nominated feature film. She has produced and directed over 20 films. She started her film career as a Casting Associate with Bonnie Timmermann at Universal Pictures on films such as The... Read More →
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Lowena Waries

Brand Manager ; Channel O, Vuzu, Mzansi Music
As a brand manager across portfolios such as Channel O, Vuzu, VUZU AMP and Mzansi Magic Music within the broadcast industry, Lowena’s work both as a marketer and events have seen her becoming a sought after specialist in music, the youth segment and premium markets.VUZU AMP Brand... Read More →

Friday December 18, 2015 11:30am - 12:45pm SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Music Placement on Film & TV

1:00pm SAST

Networking Session/LUNCH (R120 PP incl Drink)
Friday December 18, 2015 1:00pm - 1:45pm SAST
Boston BBQ Gold Reef City
  Networking

2:00pm SAST

Revenue Stream (International Touring (Focus on Spain & France)

Development and marketing of music sales tools such as gig submissions,showcase applications, online promotion to enhance the sales and marketability

Speakers
avatar for Christophe Chiappa

Christophe Chiappa

Midem Sales Director Europe - Africa, MIDEM
Christophe CHIAPPA has been working in the Music Industry for 25 years. Since 2001, he has been managing EMEA markets for MIDEM, the International Music Market, specialising in setting national presences such as Israel, Turkey, The Netherlands, France, Ghana, South Africa...and contributed... Read More →
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Almudena Heredero

Director of PrimaveraPro, PRIMAVERA PRO
Director of PrimaveraPro, the professional meeting held in parallel with the Primavera Sound festival, since it was first created in 2010, Almudena Heredero also coordinated Spain’s official participation in the Prague Quadrennial on Scenography in 2015 and has organised the participation... Read More →

Friday December 18, 2015 2:00pm - 2:45pm SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Exploring International Market

2:45pm SAST

Speed Networking: How to Network and Grow Your Contacts at Music Festivals in America and Beyond
Learn how to grow your rolodex and make contacts that lead to business partnerships and collaboration

Speed Networking is one-on-one face time with film/TV music decision makers and influencers. 

Our panelists will meet a participant for a three-minute period before the attendee is asked to move on to the next panelist.

ASK THE EXPERT – Panel of celebrity guest Answers to the questions you have always had about the entertainment industry but were afraid to ask.  No question to small, no subject out of bounds 
Moderators
avatar for Allen Johnston

Allen Johnston

International Music Specialist, The Music Specialist
Mr. Johnston is an accomplished speaker and has lectured for numerous international conferences in Africa, China, and the UK. Within the United States he has recently been a featured lecturer on publishing, royalty matters and international licensing plus the Florida, Georgia, and... Read More →
avatar for Karen Marie Mason

Karen Marie Mason

Owner, Artist Launch
Karen Marie Mason is the founder of the Artist Launch | Artist and Label services for indies and boasts a facebook group of the same name with over 3000 artists. In addition to artist management she is scheduled to launch her indie record label, HealingATL first quarter 2019. A powerhouse innovator, Karen Marie Mason has successfully mastered and exerted cultural influence in the music, film, television, radio and publishing industries.  Her wheelhouse of talents has etched superstars like Michael Jackson, Sade, Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott and Busta Rhymes,  into world history.    A focused multi tasker Karen also rose to be one of the top location scouts in Atlanta for film, television and commercials working on projects for Usher, Ludacris, Rick Ross, T.I. and also worked as a location manager for Tyler Perry Studios  with credits including “Why Did I Get Married,” “The Family That Preys,” “Madea Goes to Jail,” among others. Her clients have included everyone from Sony Pictures, MTV to BET and TV One. In addition to film locations manager, Mason produced the independent film Switching Lanes, starring Terri J. Vaughn (“The Steve Harvey Show”) and directed by Thomas Mikal Ford (“Martin”). She also joined the production team of , Ir/Reconcilable, starring Jasmine Guy (“A Different World”) and Dick Gregory, which aired on the HBO networks. Karen is also host of WRFG’s “Sunday Night Fiyah.”  She sits on the board of People TV... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Vovee Batala

Vovee Batala

Music Compiler at SABC TruFM/Radio Drama Producer SABC EDUCATION, TRU FM/Vovee Music Production
Founding Director of Vovee Music Productions with over 15 years in the Music and Entertainment industry. Vovee was nurtured by Sizwe Zako after being scouted by Rev Mandla Makhubalo as back-up singer to Lord Comforters.For a period of 6 years, he worked as Sound Engineer & Producer... Read More →
avatar for Christophe Chiappa

Christophe Chiappa

Midem Sales Director Europe - Africa, MIDEM
Christophe CHIAPPA has been working in the Music Industry for 25 years. Since 2001, he has been managing EMEA markets for MIDEM, the International Music Market, specialising in setting national presences such as Israel, Turkey, The Netherlands, France, Ghana, South Africa...and contributed... Read More →
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Beverley Gough

manager, Abavuki Marimba Band
Beverley started her career as an Electrical Engineer working for IBM, moving on from there into adult education and management consulting.She started working with Mountain Records (Robbie Jansen, Pacific Express, The Genuines, Zayn Adam etc.) in the early ‘90’s and took on the... Read More →
avatar for Almudena Heredero

Almudena Heredero

Director of PrimaveraPro, PRIMAVERA PRO
Director of PrimaveraPro, the professional meeting held in parallel with the Primavera Sound festival, since it was first created in 2010, Almudena Heredero also coordinated Spain’s official participation in the Prague Quadrennial on Scenography in 2015 and has organised the participation... Read More →
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George Lusenga

Director, One Wish Entertainment
One wish Entertainment started out as a band in the mid eighties playing popular music in Pretoria the capital city of South Africa.We called ourselves One Wish ,our wish was to be successful one day.The original members of the band were myself George Lusenga lyricist,Mandla Sibiya... Read More →
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Arnold Mabunda

Publisher, Global Music Publishers
Global Music Publishers is headed by Arnold Mabunda former MD-Gallo Music Publishers and Former Chairman of NORM [National Organisation for Reproduction Rights in Music in South Africa]. Mabunda has served in the music industry for over three decades and boasts enormous music business... Read More →
avatar for Kudzai Mashingaidze

Kudzai Mashingaidze

Managing Director at Colourz, Colourz TV
Colourz gospel is a television station that broadcasts contemporary Christian music in Africa. The station provides African and International music in an exciting and modern way to attract young viewers. The station features music from international artists like Hillsong, Lacrae and... Read More →
avatar for Gwiba Nkonki

Gwiba Nkonki

Music Compiler, uMhlobo Wenene FM
Gwiba has been involved in events and entertainment in and around the former Transkei area for over 15 years. He has been instrumental in organising and staging the biggest and most successful events ever in that area. He is one of the judges for :South African Music Awards (SAMA’s)Independent... Read More →
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Simon Velaphi Ntuli

Director: Eastern Cape Audio Visual Centre (ECAVC), ECAVC
Eastern Cape Audio Visual Centre (ECAVC) was established on the 30th of September 2006 by partnership of the University of Fort Hare and the Eastern Cape Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture to become a viable one stop audio-visual recording and production centre that... Read More →
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Bridget Pickering

Film Producer
Bridget Pickering was the South African co-producer on Hotel Rwanda, the Terry George Oscar™ nominated feature film. She has produced and directed over 20 films. She started her film career as a Casting Associate with Bonnie Timmermann at Universal Pictures on films such as The... Read More →
avatar for Lowena Waries

Lowena Waries

Brand Manager ; Channel O, Vuzu, Mzansi Music
As a brand manager across portfolios such as Channel O, Vuzu, VUZU AMP and Mzansi Magic Music within the broadcast industry, Lowena’s work both as a marketer and events have seen her becoming a sought after specialist in music, the youth segment and premium markets.VUZU AMP Brand... Read More →

Friday December 18, 2015 2:45pm - 4:45pm SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Speed Networking

3:30pm SAST

Sound Check
Friday December 18, 2015 3:30pm - 6:00pm SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Showcase

4:45pm SAST

Network Session/Showcase Preparation/DINNER (R120 PP incl Drink)
Friday December 18, 2015 4:45pm - 7:00pm SAST
Boston BBQ Gold Reef City
  Networking

7:00pm SAST

Showcase Day 3
Showcase Acts: 
  1. Anam 
  2. Can of worms 
  3. Ian Juan Brand 
  4. Ludwe 
  5. Vuyolethu 
  6. Moonchild 
  7. Siphokazi 
  8. Lindiwe Maxolo 
  9. Brenda Mhlongo 
  10. Mpume Z 
  11. 4rx 
  12. Monde GP
Artists
avatar for Anam

Anam

Solo artist and creative, Anam Manyati, is a female vocalist, composer, poet as well as a guitarist and bassist from the Nelson Mandela Bay. She was also part of Funk Rock band, Clique Claq Muso. Her musical career began in her early childhood days when she sang for her highschool’s... Read More →
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Brenda Mhlongo

Artist
Diva There are artists that will carve out their own moment in time. They will pause the seconds and take over. 2015 is Brenda Mhlongo’s year. We will remember this year as the year we danced to "Madakeni" prayed along to “Equal and Kudlulile will keep the love fire burning and... Read More →
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Carn of Worms

Selected Artist, CMJ
Can of Worms hail from East London in the Eastern Cape, South Africa and consists of eight band members: Steve Meise, Cindy Schenk, Debbie Fairley, Jayson Holloway, Dave Collis, Dean Webber, Niel van Dyk and April Bosazza. We have been together as Can of Worms for approximately nine... Read More →
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Forex

4Reign Xchange (4RX) is a multi-cultured South African house production movement that was created to cater for deep house music or EDM DJs featuring artists and live elements from across, thus bringing all dynamic elements of music under one roof. Formerly with Madhouse Connexion... Read More →
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Ian

Artist
Ian Brand was born and bred in a small town called Langebaneeg in Cape Town
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Juntion/Monde GP/ TEA

Artist, Independent Artist
I should be selected to showcase on international stages because I have been working with international acts from New York City putting South Africa on the map. I have also help many artist under my stable to put music out for South African music lovers. I present the South African... Read More →
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Lindiwe Maxolo

2016 Selected Artist, SLOTS: MIDEM/SXSW
Lindiwe Maxolo's debut album "TIME" has received a MBOKODO Awards 2014 as Woman in Jazz, and a recipient of Arts & Culture Trust 2015 ImpACT Award in Music & Singing.• Has been nominated for the SATMA Awards 2014 as Best African Jazz Album, and Wawela Music Awards 2014/2015 as Best... Read More →
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Ludwe

2016 Selected Artist, SLOTS: PRIMAVERA and MIDEM
Ludwe Mgolombane born in 1984, Umthatha, in the Eastern Cape.Ludwe Mgolombane is a solo artist and multi-disciplined creative. He is a vocalist, composer, guitarist, song writer and sculptor. His musical career began in his childhood days when he used to sing at home with his mother`s... Read More →
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Moonchild

Selected Artist, PRIMAVERA/MIDEM AND SXSW
Growing up in Port Elizabeth with music influences of jazz, kwaito and soul music, Moonchild also spent time recreating outfits in her mother’s closet. The result is an eclectic look and a very distinct sound with honest lyrics about growing up in South Africa. Moonchild’s cheeky... Read More →
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MpumeZ

Label, Igeba Teading
Genre: African GospelBirth place: VryheidEducation: •Primary education at Emalahleni Primary School in Utrecht•Higher education at Mpande and Mpungamhlophe High School s•1994 Management Development Programme (MDP) at Old mutual Business School in Cape Town. •2006-2008 Management... Read More →
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Siphokazi

Selected Artist, MIDEM
Siphokazi Mohapi has become synonymous with soulful sounds, poignant lyrics and sophisticated Afro-chic style. But what’s probably more celebrated than this woman’s musical gift is her humility. This award winning songbird is indeed a gift to SA music. Her first entry into the... Read More →
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Vuyolethu

Artist
Vuyolwethu Nyangwa was born in the dusty streets of the Eastern Cape (in the second largest township in South Africa Mdantsane) in 1986. A township which is about +-200 kilometers from our Icon uTata Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela called iQunu. Vuyolwethu Nyangwa a single mother, from... Read More →

Friday December 18, 2015 7:00pm - 10:30pm SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Showcase
 
Saturday, December 19
 

10:00am SAST

Street Party: The World of Exhibition and Showcase
Feedback Survey
U & I LIPS Showcase and Exhibition Pitch Session
Saturday December 19, 2015 10:00am - 12:00pm SAST
Gold Reef City Theme Park
  Exploring International Market

2:00pm SAST

Team Building Activity
Delegates will presents their product to the public.
Saturday December 19, 2015 2:00pm - 4:00pm SAST
Gold Reef City Theme Park
  Exploring Export Product & Service

2:30pm SAST

Sound Check
Saturday December 19, 2015 2:30pm - 5:30pm SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Showcase

4:45pm SAST

Network Session/Showcase Preparation/DINNER (R120 PP incl Drink)
Saturday December 19, 2015 4:45pm - 7:00pm SAST
Boston BBQ Gold Reef City
  Networking

7:00pm SAST

Showcase Day 4
Showcase Acts:
  1. Victor Kgantlape 
  2. Mamickey Majawetsa 
  3. Mosala tsenoli 
  4. SMS
  5. Mbijana Sibisi 
  6. David Mmbi 
  7. Grandis
  8. Dr Bone 
  9. Prototype
  10. KZN Imbizo Music 
  11. KZN Imbizo Music  
  12. KZN Imbizo Music 
  13. KZN Imbizo Music
Artists
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Dr Bone

Selected Artist, MIDEM
: Born Bandile Maphalala, Dr. Bone stems from KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. At the age of 12 he moved to Durban where he started a career as a dancer with the Pantsula group AmaRiffifi that left a mark in the local dance scene in the early 2000s. Whilst dancing, he was inspired by... Read More →
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Mamickey

Artist
Mamickey Majawetsa is an established soloist, born and bred in Bloemfontein Free state, she started her musical journey at the age of 11 as a church choir member, she got discovered by the late Solly Mthiya as a backing vocalist,then worked with an afro-pop group named Kaya from 2002-2005... Read More →
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Mbijana Sibisi

Selected Artist, MIDEM
Short description of your act (suitable to use on our website):Mbijana Sibisi is a singer-songwriter, poet and guitarist from Durban. The music that he writes is influenced by the colors of life, both dark and light shade since in his songs you will find stories of hardship as well... Read More →
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Mosal Tsenoli

Band leader, Metso musik afrik
Metso has shared platform with some of South Africa's top Jazz artistssuch as Selaelo Selota, Judith Sephuma,Jimmy Dludlu,HughMasekela,siphokazi etc.and took part in South Africa's biggest Jazzfestivals like Macufe, Cheery Jazz Festival, Tikwe Lodge, Standard
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Prototype

Artist, Prototype - The Best
Prototype is a dynamic musical and artistic group that constitutes of three young men who are passionate about the creative arts and expressing themselves through music.Prototype style and genre of music is a fusion of sounds that include hip-hop, electro and rhythm and blues to create... Read More →
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SMS

Director, Soul Music Sensation Co-operative limited
Soul Music Sensations (SMS) is a music group based in Kimberley. The group is a multi-faceted vocal band composed of highly skilled and flexible musicians. The group is composed of four versatile singers: Romeo Swartz, Bernardus Berry Matjan, Rudie Vrey and Ri'cardo-Fernandez Balance... Read More →
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Victor Kgantlape

2016 Selected Artist, SLOTS: MIDEM
Kabelo Victor Kgantlape was born on the 3rd of January 1984 in Welkom, Free State, is a South Africa musician, was exposed to the piano at an early age of 9-10 and started playing Gospel music at church. He is however, better known to the public at large as a Jazz, R&B and a Neo-Soul... Read More →

Saturday December 19, 2015 7:00pm - 10:30pm SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Showcase
 
Sunday, December 20
 

1:00pm SAST

Network Session/LUNCH (R120 PP incl Drink)
Sunday December 20, 2015 1:00pm - 1:45pm SAST
Boston BBQ Gold Reef City
  Networking

2:00pm SAST

NETWORKING SESSION
Sunday December 20, 2015 2:00pm - 2:45pm SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Grand Finale

3:00pm SAST

INTERNATIONAL SHOWCASE SLOT AWARDS (GRAND FINALE)
Sunday December 20, 2015 3:00pm - 6:00pm SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Grand Finale

3:00pm SAST

Showcase Day 5
Showcase Acts:
  1. Bongi and Collins
  2. Jesicca Mbangeni
  3. Mzanzi Music Assemble
  4. DJV 
  5. Cherry Pill
  6. Most Voted
Artists
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Bongi & Collins

Artist
Bongi and Collin Damans, (also popularly just referred to as Bongi & Collin), are artists, authors, song writers, composers and an award winning dynamic music duo. Not only that, but they are also husband and wife with two beautiful kids. Their musical journey began ascending when... Read More →
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Cherry Pill

Cherry Pill Music Productions
The founding members of Cherry Pill, Kristel Birkholtz and Rory Gaddin, are a songwriting and performing duo who are passionate about using the violin, guitar and voice to write story-telling songs which draw on a range of influences as diverse as Sting, Massive Attack, Lauryn Hill... Read More →
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DJV

Vj/Dj
Videsh Ramdath A.K.A DJ V is a South African born VJ/DJ with over 7 years behind the decks. He started off his career by playing at clubs and for private functions and parties. He became acquainted with House, Hip-Hop, Rnb and DJ culture for a number of years; from there on his love... Read More →
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Jessica Mbangeni

Artist
The arts and an entrepreneurial spirit have been an integral part of Jessica Mbangeni’s life. As a child growing up in the village of Ngqamakhwe, Eastern Cape, she worked alongside her grandmother in the fields and also sold fresh produce to support the family. In the evenings... Read More →
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Mzanzi Music Ensemble

Ensemble, Mzansi Music Ensemble
Founded by the late Victor Ntoni, a composer, arranger and bassist, who established the Mzansi Sings Ensemble in 2005. The Mzansi Music Ensemble was launched in March 2015 and is a production of Gauteng Music Development. Gauteng Music Development is a non-profit organization which... Read More →

Sunday December 20, 2015 3:00pm - 6:00pm SAST
Lyric Theatre Gold Reef City
  Showcase

6:00pm SAST

THE END - SELECTED ARTIST BRIEF SESSION/INTERVIEWS
Sunday December 20, 2015 6:00pm - 8:15pm SAST
Green Room
  Selected Acts Brief Session
 
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