Folklore Festival at National School of The Arts
Saturday Sep 16 10:00–23:30
17 Hoofd St, Braampark
The Folklore Festival is the creation of SAMA award-winning artist Pilani Bubu and is a celebration of African culture, music and community. Taking place over Heritage Month, Folklore promises an unforgettable experience with Pan-African music, a book fair on the storyteller’s stage, kids area with drumming circles, playtime, singing and a safe place to leave your kids to play and learn.
With events and activities for the whole family it is a great way to spend your Saturday while soaking in music from some of the best African folk performers.
On the main stage will be Vusi ‘The Voice’ Mahlasela, and afrocentric poet and rapper Sho Madjozi as well as percussive trio Ancient Voices with sis Lungiswa Plaatjies. Making the trip from Kenya is Makadem, a musician fusing the Nyatiti (a genre of music and an 8-stringed instrument called Luo lyre) into modern sounds with Eddie Grey, a visionary and trailblazer in the jazz and fusion scene in East and Central Africa. Representing Zimbabwe, Josh Meck will share a project celebrating the icons of music from his home country, and the festival will also see the return of pioneering folk musician Nicky B.
Some of the craft vendors you can expect on the day include indie bookstore Kgosi Bookshelf where you'll be sure to find great works of African literature, beaded beauties created by Creamo Craft Jewellery, shop for vinyls from DJ Bob or perhaps Belly Bead Boutique can help add some magic to your midriff for summer with a variety of waist beads and necklaces.
Festival founder Pilani Bubu says, "In the heart of our collective existence lies a vibrant tapestry of human expression known as Folklore. It weaves together the soulful essence of a people, an intricate web of traditional wisdom, customs, and captivating tales cherished by generations past. Whispers carried on the winds of time, where words morph into dances, proverbs sing through melodies, and laughter echoes in the form of jokes. Such artistry, captured across diverse mediums, reflects the pulse of life within a community. Folklore is this collective documentation of art forms passed through generations by word of mouth."
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An art school located in Braamfontein they offer a variety of courses in art, music and dance and also host music and art events.