Kyle Shepherd Trio in Concert 26 November 2011

The Kyle Shepherd Trio with Shepherd on piano, Shane Cooper on double bass & Jonno Sweetman on drums perform Live In Concert on Saturday, 26 November 2011, at UCT College of Music with a Special Guest appearance by Mark Fransman on horns.

Tickets: R80.00 (R50.00 for Students & Pensioners)

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL!
To book online, follow the link
http://www.kyleshepherd.co.za/?page_id=614
OR Email: info{@}kyleshepherd.co.za or Call 072 351 5204
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VENUE DIRECTIONS
The College of Music is located off Woolsack Drive, Rondebosch i.e. on the Lower Campus of UCT, behind the Baxter Theatre.

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MORE INFO ON KYLE SHEPHERD...
Shepherd, who has just returned from a very successful Dutch Tour with the highly acclaimed ‘hiphopera’, AFRIKAAPS, leaves South African shores again at the end of November 2011 for a series of Trio performances in Japan!

Shepherd, who is widely recognized as being one of South Africa’s most influential artists and composers is set to announce the release of his third album shortly. This follows the release of two critically acclaimed Albums namely, 'fineART' (2009) and 'LIVE' Trio Album 'A Portrait of Home' (2010) both of which earned him SAMA (South African Music Award) nominations; 'fineART' for 'Best Traditional Jazz Album' and 'Best Newcomer' and in April 2011, 'A Portrait of Home' for 'Best Traditional Jazz Album'.

In his review of the Trio album, international music critic, Marcus O'Dair | The Arts Desk UK, commends the work of the Trio. "A Portrait Of Home sees Shepherd, together with Shane Cooper on double bass and drummer Jonno Sweetman, creating music of subtle yet tremendous power. Though the technique of all three is undeniable, this is no antiseptic chopsfest: it is music of genuine passion, meditative and stately but always emotionally engaged. It has groove at its very core, with hummable, stripped back melodies on top – and not just in the 'head' sections that traditionally top and tail jazz arrangements."

Shepherd's ensembles have performed nationally and internationally. Notable performance credits include The Bird's Eye Jazz Club (Switzerland) in 2010, the 2010 Århus Jazz Festival (Denmark), the 2010 Riverboat Jazz Festival (Denmark), the 2010 Joy of Jazz Festival, the 2010 Pan African Space Station and the 2009 Cape Town International Jazz Festival.

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JAZZ AT THE NASSAU 8 May 2011

JAZZ AT THE NASSAU

PRESENTS

THE REZA KHOTA QUINTET

Reza Khota             Guitar
Kyle Shepherd        Piano
Shane Cooper         Bass
Buddy Wells           Saxophone
Jonno Sweetman     Drums

THE MICU NARUNSKY TRIO

Micu Narunsky            Piano
Charles Lazar               Bass
Maurice Gawronsky     Drums

NASSAU CENTRE GROOTE SCHUUR HIGH SCHOOL
PALMYRA ROAD NEWLANDS

SUNDAY 8th May at 7-30pm Ticket price- R80-00
Booking- Cliff Wallis 021-761-2726 or 076-401 0008

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A PORTRAIT OF HOME - Kyle Shepherd New Album Launch Concert

Renowned South African Jazz pianist, Kyle Shepherd launches his 2nd Album, "A Portrait of Home" at 8pm, Saturday, 14 August 2010 at the UCT College of Music, Rondebosch.

"A Portrait of Home", a 10-track CD, features 9 original compositions of which 7 are brand new, and is a live recording of Shepherd’s Trio in concert at Stellenbosch University’s Music Conservatory in August 2009. The CD features Shepherd on piano, Shane Cooper on double bass and Jonno Sweetman on drums; all of whom will be performing at the launch concert.

"In 'A Portrait of Home' we are painting a picture of ourselves, in our lives, thoughts and emotions. With this offering we are also acknowledging the home of our spirit, the home of our people, our musical masters, the legacy of our country's past, our present and the promise of our future," says Shepherd.

Shepherd launched his debut album, 'fineART' to critical acclaim in January 2009 and earned him two 2010 South African Music Award (SAMA) nominations, for Best Traditional Jazz Album and Best Newcomer!

The launch of his new album comes fresh on the heels of Shepherd's fineART Quartet’s recent tour of Europe where they enthralled audiences at concert performances in Switzerland at The Bird's Eye Jazz Club & in Denmark at the Århus & Riverboat Jazz Festivals.

The new CD has already received airplay on SAFM, Fine Music Radio, Radio 2000 & UCT Radio and has been met with very favourable responses.

"A Portrait of Home" will be on sale at the launch concert and is also available from most leading CD stores in South Africa such as Look & Listen, Musica Mega Stores, Jive City, Just CD & The African Music Store.

* BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL *
R60.00 (R40.00 Students & Pensioners: proof required)
To book click here or
email info@kyleshepherd.co.za call 079 256 9030

VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO & VIDEOS
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The UCT College of Music is located behind the Baxter Theatre in Rondebosch ie. on the Lower Campus of UCT.

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Kyle Shepherd Trio in Concert:UCT College of Music

Kyle Shepherd Trio in Concert
SHANE COOPER double bass
JONNO SWEETMAN drums
KYLE SHEPHERD piano, saxophone, voice

Friday, 21 May 2010, 20:00
UCT College of Music

* BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL *
R60.00 (R40.00 Students & Pensioners: proof required)
To book click here or
email info@kyleshepherd.co.za call 079 256 9030

For his Debut Album ‘fineART’, Shepherd earned two South African Music Award 2010 nominations for ‘Best Traditional Jazz Album’ and ‘Best Newcomer’. Watch out for news of his next Album release, a Live Trio Album entitled ‘A Portrait of Home’ which will be out shortly.

The Trio will perform Shepherd’s original compositions.

Shepherd draws his musical influences from the traditional rhythms, melodies and harmonies of Cape Town, South Africa as well as Jazz music and ethnic traditional music of the world. Abdullah Ibrahim, Zim Ngqawana, Robbie Jansen, Keith Jarrett and Jason Moran all count amongst those who have inspired Shepherd musically, spiritually and creatively.

“My music is a direct representation of my traditions and the lineage of artists that came before me, and I am merely a portrait of their mastery.” Kyle Shepherd

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Kyle Shepherd fineART Quartet 30 Oct 2009

The Kyle Shepherd fineART Quartet with Kyle Shepherd (grand piano), Buddy Wells (sax), Shane Cooper (double bass) & Jonno Sweetman (drums) perform live at WELGEMEEND (map) on FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER 2009 at 8PM



Shepherd has just returned from highly celebrated performances in Amsterdam and Belgium. You can expect to hear original compositions from Shepherd’s Debut Album “fineART” and a some brand new material.
Bookings essential! R80.00 (R60.00 Students & Pensioners: proof required).
To book seats online, click here or
email info@kyleshepherd.co.za call 079 256 9030


"It’s this ‘Proudly South African’ tradition that audiences can expect to hear" ... "which sees the multi-instrumentalist navigate an impressionistic collage of South African jazz sounds, from slam poetic minimalist re-imaginings of Afrikaans volksliedjies and Muslim calls to prayer, to goema groove deconstructions, tributes to Abdullah Ibrahim, Ngqawana’s philosophy of “Zimology” and more that, as the doyen of South African jazz scribes Gwen Ansell pointed out in Business Day recently: “live in the jazz world but are never imprisoned by it”. Miles Keylock (Mail & Guardian)

The Debut CD "fineART" is on sale at most leading CD Stores in SA including Musica Mega Store, Look & Listen, Jive City, Just CD, The African Music Store.
CD's ON SALE AT CONCERT

concert map

Photograph courtesy of The Glasshouse, Amsterdam - http://www.theglasshouse.nu/

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Kyle Shepherd Trio In Concert - 1 August 2009

The Kyle Shepherd Trio, featuring South Africa's most revered young jazz musicians, namely, Kyle Shepherd (grand piano), Shane Cooper (double bass) & Jonno Sweetman (drums) perform live at WELGEMEEND (map below) on Sat 1 Aug 09 at 19:30.


Bookings essential! R80.00 (R60.00 Students & Pensioners: proof required).
To book seats online, click here

Kyle launched his Debut Album entitled "fineART" in Jan 09. The Trio will perform Kyle's original compositions from the album at the concert as well as some new material.

Kyle draws his musical influences from the traditional rhythms, melodies and harmonies of Cape Town, South Africa as well as Jazz music. Abdullah Ibrahim, Zim Ngqwana, Errol Dyers, Robbie Jansen, Keith Jarrett and Jason Moran all count amongst those who have inspired Shepherd musically, spiritually & creatively.

"His compositions are improvised approaches built on a local sound, rich in Cape traditions."
Atiyyah Khan, The Cape Argus

"As a composer and arranger Shepherd is proving to be one of the chief architects of modern Cape jazz."
Andre Manuel, The Cape Times

"It's this 'Proudly South African tradition that audiences can expect to hear" ... "which sees the multi-instrumentalist navigate an impressionistic collage of South African jazz sounds, from slam poetic minimalist re-imaginings of Afrikaans volksliedjies and Muslim calls to prayer, to goema groove deconstructions, tributes to Abdullah Ibrahim, Ngqawana’s philosophy of "Zimology" and more that, as the doyen of South African jazz scribes Gwen Ansell pointed out in Business Day recently: "live in the jazz world but are never imprisoned by it"
Miles Keylock (Mail & Guardian)

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Reza Khota Trio live at Tagore's

Reza Khota Trio live at Tagore's
with Shane Cooper and Jonno Sweetman

Description
Standards by Wes Montgomery, Pat Metheny, Chick Corea, Coltrane and more interpreted in a conversation for three. Come share this rather intimate space and music with us.

Time and Place Date:
Friday, January 16, 2009

Time:
9:00pm - 11:00pm

Location:
Tagore's, Trill Road, Observatory

Contact Info Phone: 0741820611
Email:reza.khota@gmail.com

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Kyle Shepherd releases Debut Album!

Here in Cape Town we have "Eerste Nuwe Jaar", "Tweede Nuwe Jaar" and now get ready for "Derde Nuwe Jaar"

Kyle Shepherd, one of South Africa’s foremost young jazz pianists, will release his much anticipated Debut Album entitled "fineART" at a concert to be held at 7:30pm on Saturday, 03 January 2009, at the SABC Auditorium, Beach road, Sea Point, Cape Town.

"fineART" which features Shepherd on piano, alto sax, vocals & percussion, Buddy Wells (tenor sax), Claude Cozens (drums) and Dylan Tabisher (double bass), consists of 11 tracks, all of which are Shepherd’s compositions with the exception of a Cape Traditional song, “Die maan skyn so helder”.

Explaining the title of the Album, Shepherd says: “My concept is summed up in this poem
of mine:
fineART is the soil in which the seed of creativity manifests itself
this is music from home
why wouldn't it be?
why shouldn't it be?"

Shepherd goes on to say: “My music is a direct representation of my traditions and the lineage of artists that came before me, and I am merely a portrait of their mastery.”

In his Foreword to the Album, internationally acclaimed South African music legend, Zim Ngqawana had the following to say about Shepherd's music:
"Authenticity is another word for originality and this is clearly evident in Kyle’s compositions, arrangements and improvisation. He has managed to find a balance between the intellect and intuition. Kyle is a meditator and a poet."

Whilst only 21 of age, Shepherd’s achievements already include performances with the likes of Errol Dyers, Robbie Jansen, Louis Moholo, Mccoy Mrubata and Zim Ngqawana.

In 2005, Shepherd won the FMR/Pick ‘n Pay Travel Award. As part of the 2008 Cape Town International Jazz Festival Programme, Shepherd’s Quartet performed his original compositions in a virtual “Jazz Conversation” with students from the Juilliard Institute for Jazz Studies in New York.

While the Album does reflect a more modern approach to improvised music, Shepherd’s compositions remain unashamedly rooted in his cultural music traditions by drawing on the unique rhythms, harmonies & melodic devices that are so unique to home, Cape Town, South Africa.

The Album Launch Concert features Shepherd’s fineART Quartet with Buddy Wells (sax), Shane Cooper (double bass) and Claude Cozens (drums).
Concert Details:
Date: 7:30 pm, Saturday, 03 January 2009
Venue: SABC Auditorium, Beach Road, Sea Point, Cape Town
Tickets: R50 at the door or call 072 351 5204 or Email: info@kyleshepherd.co.za

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RESTLESS NATIVES LIVE RECORDING @ SABC STUDIOS

FRIDAY & SATURDAY 1st & 2nd AUGUST, 2008
BEACH ROAD STUDIOS SABC AUDITORIUM
209 Beach Road, Seapoint
Doors open 7pm, starts 8pm both nights
Tickets cost R60 per night and are available at
http://www.webtickets.co.za/
For further info contact Lee Thomson on 0827756868

The Band
Chris Engel Saxophones
Lee Thomson Trumpet/Flugel Horn
Jason Reolon Piano
Shane Cooper Double Bass
Kesivan Naidoo Drums

A long awaited documentation of Cape Towns most exciting and innovative Jazz Quintet

Expect to hear original compositions in a free form setting that aim to take the audience on a sonic journey through the imaginary worlds of the Restless Natives

This will take place over two nights and will be a completely live recording - what you hear on the night is what you get on the album. Each night will yield a different musical experience so come to one or both

Tickets will also be available at the door on both nights if you'd rather chance it - there is no guarantee of seats though as tickets are going quickly!The Restless Natives have made serious waves in the local music scene, challenging and expanding the ears of people who would not normally be exposed to Jazz, as well as those of loyal audio adventurers that seek out anything to stimulate their brains as a statement against the mainstream

They also performed at Rocking the Daisies in 2007 and regularly at the Armchair Theatre Headset sessions, The Waiting Room and The Assembly

Their infamous Tuesday night residency at Asoka has now been running for 2 years (surely one of the longest Mother City live band residencies) The Natives will be celebrating together with Asoka sometime in August with a special performance

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babu - up roots - the album launch

Babu is having their album launch at the SABC Auditorium on Friday, 23rd May 2008.


Are you going to ask the question "Who is Babu?" If you are a jazz lover, for sure, you must have seen some of these guys playing at venues around town.

The group consist of:
Kesivan Naidoo - Drums and Cymbals
Reza Khota - Guitar
Ronan Skillen - Tabla and extended percussion
Shane Cooper - Bass

The binding force that brings this band of four highly imaginative and proficient musicians together is respect. Respecting the music and sharing a love for some of the most invigorating improvisational sounds in Jazz over the last 60 years. Drawing inspiration from the searching spirit in Jazz, and its ability to tap into the more complex realms of human experience, the subconscious, perhaps mystical world. This desire to look into the depth of shared musical experience leads us to investigate the improvisational practices of Indian Classical music, which has had an extensive history with spirituality in music.

With great faith, love and a willing audience, the performance occasion can bring our minds together to test the depth of ecstasy in music and leave the room charged with exhilaration, respect and love for all life.

Launch Details
Friday 23rd May 2008 20:00
SABC Auditorium, 209 Beach Road Sea Point
Entry Fee R50 - limited seats available
for bookings contact Marie on : 0834507533

website: http://www.babu.co.za

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RESTLESS NATIVES | Armchair Headset

MOTHER CITIZENS, lend me your ears

This THURSDAY 21 February, 2008
WANTED RESTLESS NATIVES

Independent Armchair Theatre,
135 Lower Main Road,
Observatory Doors Open at 9pm
Cover Charge is R30

Hot, young, Mother City Jazz Quintet known as The RESTLESS NATIVES, complete with new saxophonist Chris Engel, make a very welcome return to the Armchair Headset on Thursday 21st February.

Chris Engel is an exciting new member to the group. He began playing saxophone at the age of 10 and since then has performed at the Cape Town International Jazz festival with world renowned American jazz artists Joe McBride, Gerald Veasley and Kenny Blake. In 2006 Engel studied at Norway's prestigious institution, The Norwegian Academy of Music. While in education Engel was involved with a successful South African youth jazz development project called The Little Giants. During his time in the band he performed alongside great jazz artists such as Bheki Mseleku and Mervin Africa. The bands major achievement was performing for President Mbeki and Minister of Education Kader Asmal.

Other members of the NATIVES also have impressive feats within the jazz world.

Kesivan Naidoo needs little introduction to music lovers and is one of the most sought after drummers in anyone's books.

Jason Reolon on piano (Breakfast Included) was winner of the SAMRO National Overseas Scholarship for best Jazz Pianist in 2001, taking up his scholarship in New York in 2004

Shane Cooper on bass is a regular at Headset and also plays with great bands such as Babu and Closet Snare.

Lee Thomson on trumpet is a well-known Cape Town based musician who has worked with Springbok Nude Girls, Hog Hoggidy Hog and Freshly Ground. Making serious waves in the Cape Town jazz scene the Restless Natives are one of the most popular jazz ensembles in the city.

On Tuesdays they perform at Asoka in Kloof Street where their residencies pack out the venue each week.

As WhatsOnSa reported,
'Each of these musicians could quite easily take up the entire stage alone and have the audience eating out of their hands'.

Combining these diverse and talented jazz musicians enables the Restless Natives to outshine wherever they perform.

The Band:
Chris Engel Saxophones
Kesivan Naidoo Drums
Jason Reolon Piano
Shane Cooper Double Bass
Lee Thomson Trumpet/Flugel Horn

For information please contact Lee Thompson on 0827756868 or Sophie Doherty on 0790763602

go check out the Restless Natives group on facebook http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=6435161390&ref=share or

the actual event http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=10295817494&ref=mf

BAND MANAGER WANTED
There comes a time in every band's life when they outgrow DIY management. The Restless Natives are now at this point.We are looking for a manager to help us take our music to where it needs to, and will go. If you are interested, want to know more or know of anybody who would be interested, please contact Lee Thomson on 082 775 6868

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