Celebrating the life Legacy of Sipho Gumede
Benefit concert
About this event
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Celebrating the Life Legacy of Sipho Gumede, a heartfelt benefit concert honoring one of South Africa’s most revered bassists and jazz musicians. This tribute event promises to bring together the vibrant spirit of Durban with soulful performances celebrating Sipho Gumede’s enduring impact on the music world.
Taking place at the iconic BAT Centre on August 30, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, this tribute show offers a unique opportunity to experience classic jazz melodies infused with the rhythm and energy that defined Sipho Gumede’s illustrious career. Whether you are a longtime fan or new to his music, this concert is designed to inspire, uplift, and connect music lovers from all walks of life.
The event will be hosted at the BAT Centre, located at 45 Maritime Place, Durban 4001 — a cultural hub known for celebrating South African arts and heritage. The venue offers an intimate setting, perfect for immersing yourself in the rich sounds of jazz and reconnecting with the powerful legacy of Sipho Gumede.
Highlights of the Celebrating the Life Legacy of Sipho Gumede benefit concert include:
- A moving musical tribute featuring talented local artists inspired by Sipho Gumede
- Opportunities to support jazz education and community projects through benefit proceeds
- The chance to connect with fellow jazz enthusiasts and celebrate South Africa’s rich musical heritage
Don’t miss this extraordinary tribute that goes beyond a concert — it’s a celebration of legacy, passion, and the enduring influence of one of jazz’s finest figures. Secure your tickets now and be part of honoring Sipho Gumede’s timeless contribution to music and culture.
Celebrate the life, the music, and the legacy. Reserve your seat today and experience the magic of jazz like never before.
Venue
45 Maritime place Durban 4001
Refund policy
Following receipt of your booking cancellation or returned tickets, we will refund you the face value paid for the relevant tickets (or, if a discounted ticket, then instead the discounted ticket price paid), provided that reasonable cancellation charges as determined by the Event Organiser may be charged and deducted from such refund. Unless otherwise stipulated by the Event Organiser and depending on the prevailing circumstances the following cancellation charges may apply: - If the cancellation occurs more than 30 days prior to the event a 15% cancellation fee will apply; - If the cancellation occurs less than 30 but more than 7 days prior to the event a 50% cancellation fee will apply; - If the cancellation occurs less than 7 days prior to the event a 100% cancellation fee will apply; - Notwithstanding the aforesaid, if you can provide us with suitable documentary proof that a person in whose name a ticket was booked will not be able to attend the event because of his/her death and/or hospitalisation, no cancellation fee will apply in respect of the cancellation of such person's ticket.
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