Sinomtha Zake ft Salt, Pepper & the Peanuts

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Sinomtha Zake, a singer from East London, South Africa, grew up with the traditions of Xhosa culture, where singing was part of her surroundings and everyday life. These traditions have had a lasting influence on her distinctive, soulful voice. Through her long involvement with the Stellenbosch University Choir and her gospel group UnQulo, she brings together gospel, jazz and pop in her singing. Sinomtha is also a classically trained instrumentalist, giving her a deep understanding of melody, harmony and composition. This foundation shapes her vocal style and gives her performances a nuanced, expressive quality. She now wishes to present the music of her homeland in Germany, together with a band that met at the Munich University of Music and Performing Arts.

Sebastian Kölbl completed his Master’s degree in jazz trumpet at the HMTM and became lead trumpeter of the Police Big Band this year. Edi May is one of Munich’s most virtuosic saxophonists, a successful composer and bandleader in his own right, and a true artist of improvisation.

Guitarist, composer and bandleader Simon Harscheidt takes the band to another level with his soulful playing. Eley Ellmer on bass knows exactly how to give the band the energy it needs. With drummer Pascal Haas, the band has an expert in South African jazz in its ranks. Born in Emmendingen, he has lived in Cape Town for two years and now brings his experience and knowledge of African rhythms to the band. Look forward to an evening of South African jazz and original compositions, with Sinomtha Zake’s soulful, expressive vocals accompanied by a band that delivers a powerful blend of improvisation, emotion and energy.

Line-up:
Sinomtha Zake – vocals
Sebastian Kölbl – trumpet
Edi May – saxophone
Simon Harscheidt – guitar
Eley Ellmer – bass
Pascal Haas – drums