Hohodza

Hohodza

Hohodza is a Zimbabwean band formed in 1992. One of its main aims is to promote Zimbabwean culture" [cite web|url=http://www.hohodzaband.co.uk/aboutus.html|title=About Us on its Official Site|accessdate=Aug 26|accessyear=2006] .

History

Formation

The band members were mainly self-taught, drawing heavily on their traditional musical and dancing roots. Their first show was in 1992 in Harare.

(1995) Mudzimu Hautengwi

(1996) Dande

(1997-2001)

Release 7 more albums (including Dzorai Moyo, Hupenyu, and Zvinoda Kushinga)

(2002) Ndotamba Naniko

Bandmembers

* Portia P. Gwanzura and Simbarashe "Simba" Mudzingwa – lead vocals
* various other musicians and dancers.

Tours

UK

* Ashbourne Festival 2005 [cite web|url=http://www.ashbournearts.com/festival_2005.pdf|title=Ashbourn Festival program, page 17|accessdate=Sept 11|accessyear=2006] .

Notes

External Links and references

Official Site

* [http://www.hohodzaband.co.uk Official website]


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