Mufaro weDzimbahwe - the joy of Zimbabwe

Schedule

Sat Jun 20 2026 at 07:30 pm to 10:30 pm

UTC-07:00
Location

Kuumbwa Jazz Center | Santa Cruz, CA

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Traditional and contemporary dance music from Zimbabwe played by an all-star ensemble of Zimbabwean musicians led by Salani Wamkanganise.
About this Event


Mbira dzaSoko brings Zimbabwean mbira music to life under the passionate direction of Salani “Wamkanganise.” Rooted in tradition and rhythm, the ensemble blends timeless melodies with spirited percussion, featuring Salani Wamkanganise, Kelly Takunda Orphan, Kanukai Chigamba, Michell Marufu with special guests, Kudzie Jambwa (mbira, marimba & percussion) & Rujeko Dumbutshena (percussion and dance).
Mufaro weDzimbahwe (moo-far-oh way zim-bah-way)
Mufaro weDzimbahwe is an electric Zimbabwean ensemble celebrating the joy of Zimbabwean music. Inspired by mbira and electrified pioneers like Thomas Mapfumo and Oliver Mtukudzi, the band is co-led by Salani Wamkanganise and Kelly Takunda Orphan, combining deep cultural roots with contemporary electric sound.

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Where is it happening?

Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320-2 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, United States

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Tickets

USD 12.51 to USD 33.85

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