Paul Hanmer

Paul Hanmer, one of South Africa’s most respected composers and pianists, celebrates the 30th anniversary of his landmark album Trains to Taung with this special Journey to Jazz performance.  His lyrical style bridges jazz, classical, and South African township idioms, shaped through decades of collaborations with icons like McCoy Mrubata, Miriam Makeba, and Hugh Masekela.  Hanmer’s influence on contemporary pianism and his commitment to South African musical identity make his “homecoming” to the Karoo a highlight of J2J 2026.