Jonas Mosa Gwangwa OIG was a South African jazz musician, songwriter and producer.

Jonas Gwangwa

This is the cover art of the album "Pure Sound of Africa" by South African artist Jonas Gwangwa.

Pure Sound of Africa

"Pure Sound of Africa" is a 14-track album containing mid to high-tempo tracks that distill the essence of South African soul. Lush trombone melodies weave through buoyant marimba grooves, painting vibrant sonic postcards of sun-drenched landscapes, with productions from Gwangwa, Kenny Mathaba, and Keloi Lebona.

This is the cover art of the album "Kukude (Lapho Sivela Khona)" by South African artist Jonas Gwangwa.

Kukude (Lapho Sivela Khona)

"Kukude (Lapho Sivela Khona)" meaning "Far Away (Where We Come From)" is a jazz masterpiece by the legendary Jonas Gwangwa. The album showcases his trombone skills and his fusion of traditional and modern influences. The title track is a stirring tribute to his homeland and his struggle against apartheid.

Kukude - Lapho Sivela Khona

This is the cover art of the album "Collections" by South African artist Jonas Gwangwa.

Collections

Collections is a compilation album by the jazz icon Jonas Gwangwa. The album features some of his best songs from his previous albums, such as "Mhlobo Mdala", "Just Bones", "Kgomo (Wedding Song)" and "Batsumi". The album showcases his trombone skills and his fusion of jazz and African music.

This is the cover art of the album "Live at the Standard Bank International Jazz Festival" by Jonas Gwangwa.

Live at the Standard Bank International Jazz Festival

"Jonas Gwangwa's 'Live at the Standard Bank International Jazz Festival' captures the essence of his mesmerizing stage presence. The album showcases Gwangwa's virtuosity, blending dynamic improvisation with rich African rhythms. An electrifying live experience that solidifies Gwangwa's stature in the realm of exceptional jazz performances."

This is the cover art of the album "Flowers Of The Nation" by South African Jazz artist Jonas Gwangwa.

Flowers Of The Nation

Flowers Of The Nation is an album by the South African jazz icon Jonas Gwangwa. The album features some of his best songs from his previous albums, such as Mhlobo Mdala, Just Bones, and Batsumi. The album showcases his trombone skills and his fusion of jazz and African music.

This is the cover art of the album "Sounds from Exile" by South African artist Jonas Gwangwa.

Sounds from Exile

"Sounds From Exile" is a 2001 album of South African jazz by trombonist Jonas Gwangwa. The album features ten original compositions that reflect Gwangwa's experiences of living in exile during the apartheid era. The album has a defiant and soulful sound that blends African and American influences.

Sounds From Exile

This is the cover art of the album "A Temporary Inconvenience" by South African artist Jonas Gwangwa.

A Temporary Inconvenience

"A Temporary Inconvenience" bristles with fiery township jazz, Gwangwa's trombone a voice of defiance against apartheid's injustice. Scathing melodies dance with rhythmic urgency, each note a jab at oppression. Yet, hope flickers amidst the anger, evident in soaring sax solos and bursts of joyful township swing.

This is the cover art of the album "Let My People Go" by Jonas Gwangwa and Howard Roberts.

Let My People Go

Let My People Go is an album by the American guitarist Howard Roberts and the South African jazz trombonist Jonas Gwangwa. The album features ten tracks arranged by Gwangwa and performed by Roberts and his chorale. The album is a powerful and moving expression of faith and freedom.

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