09 Feb 2023

Internationally acclaimed South African born singer, songwriter and guitarist, Jonathan Butler is scheduled to perform in Gaborone on March 4 at a show titled Afro Jazz 2023 Live with Jonathan Butler.

Butler, whose music is often classified as rhythm and blues, jazz fusion or worship will be hosted by Leapfrog Communications and Advertising Agency. 

Targeting mid to higher income earners who love live music, Afro Jazz 2023 Live with Jonathan Butler is an old school meet new school sound with seasoned performers from Botswana in the likes of Sereetsi and the Natives and Khoi San alongside South Africa’s former Idols SA participant Lloyiso.

“The lineup touches on the old school and new school, and it will be interesting to see at the end of the show which one outperformed the other,” said the event organiser, Fish Pabalinga.

Pabalinga indicated that there was need to stage live performance shows in Botswana specially that there were many people who appreciated live shows.

“We believe there is a demand for live show performances and Botswana needs to have a live music event scene,” he noted.

The Afro Jazz 2023 Live with Jonathan Butler is also expected to attract tourists to the country. 

“Whenever we have big acts such as Jonathan Butler in Botswana, the rest of the world appreciates us and plan their visits here,” Pabalinga said. He said whilst in Botswana, Butler would also unwind up by playing golf and going on Safari. 

Tickets for the show are on sale at P300 normal ticket and P1 500 for VIP, and sold at web tickets and Spar outlets. Ends