REGATTABAR NEW ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: LUMANYANO MZI

NEW ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: LUMANYANO MZI QUINTET

Lumanyano Mzi – Drums & voice

Kevin Harris – Piano

Gregory Groover – Saxophone

Ciara Moser – Bass

Amaury Cabral – Guitar

Namisa Mdlalose – Guest vocalist

By the age of 14, Lumanyano Mzi was already a sought-after session musician in his hometown of Cape Town, South Africa, eventually pursuing a formal education in jazz performance at the prestigious South African College of Music. It was here that Lumanyano formed his award-winning band, The Unity Band, whose debut album “Fabric” earned them the Best-Newcomers in Jazz Award at the 2019 Mzanzi Jazz Awards.

With a wide range of musical experiences under his belt, including performances with an impressive list of local and international artists, Lumanyano’s journey continues to evolve. Currently furthering his studies at Berklee College of Music in Boston, he remains a passionate and collaborative force in the world of music, always eager to explore new sounds and connect with fellow artists.

Part of JazzBoston’s award-winning Jazz All Ways series, which is made possible in part by generous support from Mass Cultural Council, Cambridge Arts and Cambridge Community Foundation.

Please help us in welcoming this special rising talent to the Regattabar stage!