TANG

TANG provides a cultural celebration with a distinctive, vibrant sound. TANG’s repertoire includes original songs by Jolanta Durno, in French, Polish & English, to covers in Mexican, Portuguese & Spanish. MARE AMORIS is a repertoire of original romantic songs, as well as covers in English & French, in an elegant & pure form, ideal for weddings.

Jolanta Durno is a Singer, Songwriter & Voice Over Artist, based in Cape Town. She is passionate about organic music. Her appreciation of cultural diversity has been enriched by her travels in Europe as well as to Egypt, Turkey & Zanzibar. She works across multiple musical genres & languages, and has written over two hundred songs, including writing in French, Polish & Spanish. Jolanta is also a published Author & Poet, and has released three Music Albums, and ten Singles.

Elina Koytcheva is a Violinist & Virtuoso, based in Cape Town. Born in the cultural heart of Sofia, Bulgaria, Elina Koytcheva began her musical journey at the age of six, quickly revealing a prodigious talent for the violin. She honed her skill at the National School of Music and later at the Bulgarian Music Academy, laying the foundation for a career that would span continents and genres. As a young artist, Koytcheva toured internationally with the acclaimed Bulgarian Youth Philharmonic Orchestra "Pioneer," captivating audiences across Europe. In 1999, she graduated from the renowned Rotterdam Conservatorium in the Netherlands, where her artistry flourished. Over the years Elina performed in theatrical productions and collaborated with the legendary Metropole Orkest, sharing the stage with icons such as Al Jarreau and Herbie Hancock—an early testament to her versatility and magnetic stage presence.

Relocating to Cape Town in 2005, Koytcheva quickly established herself as one of the region’s most sought-after performers, with Cadillac Music. Her collaborations with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra and appearances alongside international stars like George Benson and Il Divo have solidified her reputation as a dynamic force in South Africa’s music scene. Koytcheva is known for her performances on both acoustic and electric violin, blending classical and modern music.

"Jolanta Durno is a remarkable inspiring woman, entrepreneur, musician and storyteller. Her music and lyrics have a familiarity that resonates but also the ability to transport one to faraway places and magical landscapes. Over the past ten years I have come to recognise her signature song writing and am always compelled to listen and engage with the music. A mix of folk, indie and world music compositions which capture the essence of the story she is telling which is often based on her life and experiences. Jolanta has a unique voice and style, which lends itself perfectly for solo performances or collaborative performances with other individual musicians or bands. Her music is an eclectic selection of gentle swaying ballads to vibrant danceable tunes that make one want to lift one's skirt and howl at the moon! I would highly recommend Jolanta as a soulful, often funny, personality"