Trombonist kept flame of SA jazz music alive

Gwangwa a trailblazing musician, cultural ambassador and activist

25 January 2021 - 18:01
By Sam Mathe

Jonas Gwangwa, 83, was a trailblazing musician, cultural ambassador, activist, father figure and guiding light who mentored a generation of notable artists on the contemporary SA jazz scene.

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