Trombonist 7000346

Genres: Jazz, Blues, Bossa Nova
Languages: English

Kgethi
Year of birth – 1996

Expertise:
Trombone, Trumpet and Tuba, Piano, Harmonica/Chromonic

Education:
2016-2019 Uniersity of KwaZulu Natal. Diploma in Jazz and Popular Music

Experience:
2022-2024 currently, Session Musician and Independent Artist
2013-2024 Playing in Trombone
2018-2023 Music Educator
2022 Released album “Maswitsi”
2016-2020 Jazz Musician and Performer. Played in various festivals as part of big bands, including performances alongside renowned musicians like Billy Harper, Stefon Harris, Salim Washington, and Marcus Wyatt’s ZAR Big Band.
2013-2015 Early Trombone Performances. Started playing trombone at the Moses Molelekwa Foundation, Grade 10. Participated in workshops at Wits University and performed with music students from Makhanda
Collaborations: Billy Harper, Steffon Harris, Feya Faku, Salim Washington, Prince Lengoasa, Marcus Wyatt

Awards
Won “Best Song of the Year” at the Mzansi Jazz Awards for the track “Dipopaye”