Latest articles on The Orbit Jazz Club

Toward new orbits

Article Asher Gamedz - 15 Jan 2019

While The Orbit will be missed and its end is undoubtedly a frustrating and disappointing blow to the jazz scene

Radiant child: Jiyane captured in the dead of night

Article Kwanele Sosibo - 9 Mar 2018

A portrait of the enigmatic but gifted jazz cat and artist is conjured through the eyes of photographer (and admirer) Tseliso Monaheng

Vinyl gives jazz nights a spin

Article Staff Reporter - 18 Aug 2017

Smoky bars, blue notes and swaying moves are not the stuff of the new attitude to jazz sounds

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Strong musical chemistry unites Skyjack’s kindred spirits from different backgrounds

Article Staff Reporter - 31 Aug 2016

The new musical offering from Skyjack seamlessly weaves individual talents together.

What’s On: November 27 to December 3

Article Arts Desk - 27 Nov 2015

A round up of this week's can't-miss events.

Musician Benjamin Jephta is high on the low notes

Article Sarah Evans - 19 Mar 2015

At just 22, Benjamin Jephta’s meteoric rise to critical prominence has taken not only talent but also balls and being unafraid to burn bridges.

Jazz spun into an ideal orbit

Article Chris Roper - 5 Jun 2014

Spacious Braamfontein jazz club The Orbit gets the mix just right in a number of crucial areas.

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The Orbit makes space for jazz in Jo’burg

Article Ntombenhle Shezi - 16 Mar 2014

New live jazz club and bistro The Orbit hopes to position Johannesburg as the jazz capital of Africa.

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