Moreira Chonguica is an award-winning saxophonist, composer, songwriter, producer and ethnomusicologist.
He has produced and written songs for Angolan jazz artist Afrikannitha and South African favourite Simphiwe Dana. With only two albums to his name, Chonguica has already earned himself South African Music Awards (Samas) for them, the first titled AMA Vol 1 — The Journey (which won best producer) and the second The Moreira Project: Vol 2 — Citizen of the World. The latter won him two Samas — for best contemporary jazz album and best album packaging.
The Old Mutual Jazz at the Theatre sessions kicked off in April and have become meaningful gatherings for discerning jazz connoisseurs. Previous acts have included Asanda Bam, Kunle Ayo and Tshepo Mngoma.
Old Mutual Theatre on the Square, Sandton City, on November 6 at 6.30pm. Ticket prices are R120. Book at Computicket.