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Brenda Phiri Entertainment Reporter
Harare’s Gijima Sports Bar will tonight host one of the finest mbira groups in the country, Mbira DzeNharira.
The sports bar that is located in the central business district is gearing up for a treat that is most likely to be characterized by traditional dances and exchange of traditional beer and snuff.
“The weather is warming up, making it ideal for those who want to have a good time. The Gijima venue is quiet conducive for relaxing with friends and family with traditional music echoing in the background” said Mbira Dze Nharira representative Tendai Gahamadze.

The Gwenyambiras have promised to do what they know best saying they are set to dish out their classic traditional songs including those from their upcoming seven track album.

“Mbira enthusiasts should come prepared for a special treat as we will be in top form. We have lined up a playlist that will see us playing some of our best songs from the time we regrouped in 2005. We will also include those from the upcoming album.

“We have come of age and are now a strong mbira band,” he said.
The mbira outfit comprises of Chaka “Mukanya” Chakandika, a Karimba player, Clemence “Mbizi” Rice, a Nhovapasi bass mbira player, Takawira “Gushungo” Devera who plays the lead mbira, Assa “Mukanya” Wilson (percussion) and Tony Khumalo, who oversees the instruments. They are headed by the traditionalist Gahamadze who is popularly known as Samaita.

Over the years, they have managed to ignite different spots across the world with their timeless mbira music.