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CR Production's House Warming Festival that took place at the Louis Trichardt Show Grounds a fortnight ago was a huge success and, according to the organisers, it provided an excellent platform for local musicians to showcase their talent.
Some of the artists that left music lovers crying for more include Prifix, Square pass, Mizo Phylll, Fizzy, Bundu and many more. The festival was attended by people from various communities in Limpopo and was marketed as an event aimed at showcasing the cultural diversity of Vhembe.
According to the chairperson of the organisers, Mr Rendani Mudau, the festival started last year and gained momentum in terms of participation and attendance, "despite not being taken seriously by some groups within the media sector". He added that they saw the event as "contributing to social cohesion and nation building, while entrenching our African identity through musical performances."
He added that it was at occasions like these where the district also celebrated the uniqueness of its culture.
Bundu, a well-known local comedian.
Fizzy.
Square pass in action during the event.
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By: Kaizer Nengovhela
Kaizer Nengovhela started writing stories for Limpopo Mirror in 2000. Prior to that he had a five year stint at Phala-Phala FM as sports presenter. In 2005 Kaizer received an award from the province's premier as Best Sports Presenter. The same year he was also nominated as Best Sports Reporter by the Makhado Municipality. Kaizer was awarded the Mathatha Tsedu award in 2014.
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The revival of Tshivenda traditional music is not just the pipe dream of some idealists. Judging by the turnout during a meeting held in Thohoyandou this past weekend, this form of music is about to undergo a major revival.
Tshivenda traditional-music lovers are in for a treat with a collaboration between Tshivenda traditional music legend and veteran Solomon Mathase and popular poet and guitarist Dzomo la Venda. The two were spotted on Saturday, 20 April, at a function in Thohoyandou where they showcased their talents during a live performance.
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