Jazz Sundays at Sanctuary Mandela

Join us every Sunday between 12pm and 3pm for Jazz Sundays

 

 

Jazz Sundays at Sanctuary Mandela

Experience the Magic of Jazz, History, and Gourmet Dining

Join us every Sunday at Sanctuary Mandela for a soulful, relaxing afternoon of live jazz music, good company, and the rich heritage of the legendary home of Nelson Mandela.

When: Every Sunday | 12pm – 3pm
Where: Sanctuary Mandela, Johannesburg

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SHOW + 3-COURSE MEAL
R800

Per Person

  • Delicious 3-Course Meal
  • Live Jazz Performance
  • Glass of Bubbly
  • Guided Heritage Tour
SHOW ONLY TICKET
R350

Per Person

  • Live Jazz Performance
  • Glass of Bubbly
  • Guided Heritage Tour
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  • Jazz 3-Course Menu Inspired by Madiba’s Favourite Dishes

    Delight in a specially crafted 3-course meal.

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JAZZ 3-COURSE MENU

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  • Great Food

    Insights restaurant offers guests a place to enjoy and share delicious meals with friends and family, just like Madiba loved to. In memory of his love for food, our restaurant serves as a tribute to his favourite dishes.

  • Great Music

    Our jazz musicians change weekly but one thing we are certain of is that each week our guests will be exposed to great music. Keep an eye on our schedule below for upcoming show details.

  • Great Company

    Sundays are traditionally a day to spent with loved ones. Whether you bring your best friends or close family, you are sure to have a great time enjoying great music and great food together.

  • Delicious Cuisine

    The menu, carefully crafted by Xoliswa Ndoyiya, offers a choice of delicious contemporary cuisine inspired by Madiba's favourite dishes.

Upcoming 


1 DEC 2024

Chantal Willie-Petersen

Chantal Willie-Petersen - Double Bass
Lindi Ngonelo - Keyboard
Maya Spector - Guest Singer Cape Town

Chantal Willie-Petersen, the first female President of SAJE (South African Organization for Jazz Education), is a multi-talented artist known for her prowess as a jazz composer, bassist, pianist, vocalist, scholar, and lecturer. With cum laude Master's degrees in Jazz Voice and Jazz Double Bass, she has collaborated with esteemed musicians worldwide, including Grammy-nominated group Zap Mama. In 2022, her commissioned composition "Kloppe Roep - Calling Bells" premiered at the University of Michigan, Center for World Performance Studies. Chantal's contributions extend to academia, where she serves as a lecturer and Ph.D. candidate at WITS University, focusing on colored identity, African feminism, and historic sound. She has received prestigious grants and awards, including the ARA (Arts Research Africa) PhD Grant, Van Lanchots Scholarship, and SAMRO awards.


8 DEC 2024

Tete Mambisa

Tete Mambisa - Piano
Baba Ndamase - Drums
Esihle Valela - Tenor Sax
Sipho Dlamini - Bass
Thokozani Mazibuko - Trombone
Siphamandla Bembe - Trumpet

Tete Mbulelo Mbambisa, born in 1942 in East London, South Africa, is a key figure in South African jazz. A self-taught pianist, he gained early recognition with the Jazz Giants and later with Winston Mankunku’s group, contributing to iconic albums like Inhlupeko. His 1976 composition Black Heroes honors figures like Nelson Mandela and reflects the politically charged climate of the time. Despite the myth of a decline in 1970s South African jazz, Mbambisa’s innovative work continued to shape the genre. His 2020 solo album Black Heroes revisits his classic compositions, showcasing his unique blend of tradition and innovation.


15 DEC 2024

NALEDI

NALEDI - Singer
Teboho Kobedi - piano
Vimbs Mavimbs - Bass
Tshiamo Nkoane - Drums

South African singer-songwriter NALEDI has released her debut album, BATHO, which means "people" in her native Sesotho. The album reflects her journey and connection to her communities, both in South Africa and around the world. Now based in New York, NALEDI explains that BATHO represents her mission to share her people's stories, rich history, and bring others along on her journey. The record is a mix of personal exploration and a call to action, inspired by her move to Boston in 2018 to study jazz performance. Music became her comfort in a new country, helping her combat homesickness and stay connected to her roots.


22 DEC 2024

Groove Godessa & Angolan Roots - Afro Latin Band

Groove Goddessa - DJ
Carlos Kalandula - Music Director & Pianist
Abel Gonsalves - Bassist
Exousse Marcus - Drummer
Grace Solo - Guitarist
Thalia Shama - Vocalist

Groove Goddessa is a leading figure in Johannesburg's Afro-Latin music scene, known for her DJing and event promotion. Since 2013, she has performed at major Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba festivals in South Africa and internationally in cities like Berlin, Paris, and New York. As the founder of Goddess Bootcamps, she empowers women through dance. Her SBK DJ sets are known for their sensuality and technical skill, bringing energy to the dance floor.

Angolan Roots, formed in 2017 by Angolan students in Johannesburg, blends Kizomba, Zouk, and global influences like Afrobeat, Semba, and Amapiano. Their diverse sound celebrates Angolan culture while appealing to various musical tastes. The band gained recognition by performing at the Angola Embassy and becoming the official band for the Ambitoto Kizomba events in South Africa.


29 DEC 2024

Sakhile Nkosi

Sakhile Nkosi - Bass & Vocals
Bongani Ncube - Bass
Solethu Madasa - Piano
Lungile Kunene - Drums

Sakhile Nkosi is a South African musician who began playing piano at age 8 and quickly developed his skills, leading A Capella groups and composing in his teens. After studying music, he worked internationally with artists like Dommel Graaff (Holland) and Jann Klose (New York), earning a 2019 Grammy consideration. Locally, he has collaborated with stars like Gloria Bosman, AKA, and Sibongile Khumalo. Sakhile has appeared on TV shows like Stripped Down and Clash of the Choirs SA. He is currently working on his debut album, Earth & Gravity, while touring and collaborating globally.

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